Transit Specialist (Part-Time)

"Everything is Better in Person"

Summary Objective

Person County Government is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and safety-focused part-time Transit Specialist to join the Person Area Transportation System (PATS) team. This part-time position plays an important role in connecting Person County residents with the transportation they need to access medical appointments, employment, essential services, shopping, and other pre-arranged destinations.

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The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

If the position you are applying for requires a degree, education verification will be required as part of the hiring process.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Cleans vehicle and performs Pre- and Post-trip inspections, ensuring assigned vehicle has oil, no flat tires, doors and handicap lift work properly, and all safety equipment is on the vehicle.
• Drives vehicles on assigned schedule/route that may vary on a daily basis to transport passengers to and from destination in a safe manner.
• Provides quality customer service to the riding passengers.
• Monitors and reports status and needs of the vehicles for maintenance and safety.
• Assists passengers, helping them get bags/packages on or off the vehicle, and those who have a walker or wheelchair.
• Maintains on-board safety equipment.
• Records mileage, number of passengers, times, and other required information on devices.
• Collects and keeps account of any fares or ride cards; prepares receipts for monies collected.
• Assists passengers with seat belts, getting in and out of vehicles as needed and required; operates wheelchair lifts as needed; secures wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
• Ensures the vehicle is clean and free of litter.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Preference for one (1) year of commercial driving experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• nce to OSHA requirements.
• Availability for emergency operations situations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates. Job offers are conditional pending the following:

• A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• A background check for all candidates. Some positions also require a credit check.
• Additional screening and testing required for some positions.
• Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.

Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer