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Job Title: Bus Driver
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 285321
About Us
Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.
Job Summary
This is a temporary, part-time driver pool position to support Intercollegiate Athletics, Student Affairs and Academic Affairs. The number of hours per month will vary according to the needs of the departments and driver availability.
Responsibilities
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.
Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.
Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.
Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Other Information
This is a part time, non-benefited position.
Rate of pay: $25/hour
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 285321
About Us
Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.
Job Summary
This is a temporary, part-time driver pool position to support Intercollegiate Athletics, Student Affairs and Academic Affairs. The number of hours per month will vary according to the needs of the departments and driver availability.
Responsibilities
- Provides transportation for students, employees and guests of the College.
- Ensures the safety of all passengers under the care of the College.
- Operates all equipment in a legal, safe manner, free of impairment due to drug and/or alcohol use.
- Ensures the vehicle is in good working condition and is fueled prior to and after scheduled trips.
- Completes post-trip inspections.
- Reports any mechanical and maintenance issues to the Director of Facilities or their designee.
- Works with the Trip Sponsor and passengers to ensure the bus is clean after each trip.
- Assist with the loading/unloading of luggage, equipment, or other items when needed.
- Completes new hire compliance training and annual/bi-annual refresher training as required by the College.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must hold and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
- Must possess an acceptable driving record and pass a yearly Motor Vehicle Report review.
- Two (2) years of experience driving passenger buses.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test and is subject to random drug testing.
- Able to drive flexible hours.
- Must be able to lift 20-50 pounds and sit for extended periods of time.
- The work is typically performed in a vehicle.
- Knowledge of state motor vehicle laws and department of transportation rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of potential maintenance issues with charter buses
- Skill in oral communication.
- Ability to safely drive a large, muti-passenger vehicle
- Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and engage in ethical conduct.
- Ability to abide by all traffic guidelines (including school zones)
- Ability to work independently
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.
Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.
Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.
Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Other Information
This is a part time, non-benefited position.
Rate of pay: $25/hour
Salary : $25
