Driver II - Library

Job Description Summary

Department - County Free Library

Job Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5876 - Driver II

Salary Grade: 3

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $18.24 - $21.44 Per Hour

Pay Range: $18.24 - $24.64 Per Hour

Range Explanation

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
  
  

The Pima County Public Library is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Driver II to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring library materials, supplies, and equipment are delivered efficiently between library locations throughout Pima County. The Driver II helps keep our libraries connected by transporting books, media, and other resources so that customers have access to the materials they need.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Drives assigned motor vehicles, adhering to traffic and safety regulations;
• Performs preventative maintenance and operator-level servicing of vehicles, including routine inspections and fluid checks;
• Maintains records for vehicle usage, maintenance, repairs, and fuel consumption;
• Coordinates necessary vehicle servicing, repairs, and routine maintenance with Fleet Services or relevant dealerships;
• Ensures vehicles are compliant with Arizona Department of Transportation regulations, including registration and inspections;
• Schedules transportation, determining the most efficient and safest routes;
• Selects appropriate sites for setting up mobile service vehicles, ensuring safety, access, and utility requirements;
• Establish and manage utility connections (e.g., electricity, water, waste disposal) to the vehicle from fixed points;
• Operates and monitor auxiliary power generators to supply electricity to the vehicle and peripheral equipment;
• Conduct safety inspections of vehicle setup sites to maintain safe working conditions for staff and the public;
• Performs routine clerical tasks, sorts and distributes mail;
• Packs and unpacks boxes of books and other library materials;
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of vehicle interior;
• May assist in back room check in of library materials;
• Daily check of email;
• Timely and accurate communication via phone, in person and email.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience operating a variety of motor vehicles (including automobiles, vans, buses, and specialized transport vehicles) with a focus on safe and efficient driving in diverse conditions.

Or

One year of experience with Pima County in a Driver I or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum two (2) years experience operating delivery vehicles, cargo vans, or light trucks in a professional setting.
• Minimum two (2) years experience delivering materials, products, or equipment between multiple locations on a scheduled route.
• Minimum one (1) year experience loading, unloading, and transporting boxes, carts, library materials, or similar items.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working in a library, warehouse, logistics, courier, transportation, or customer service environment.
• Minimum one (1) year experience of accurately handling, organizing, and tracking large volumes of materials.
  
  

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.   

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Positions that will operate vehicles that hold 15 or more people (including the driver) require an Arizona commercial driver license (CDL).

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Occasionally operates a computer and other office equipment. Frequently operates out in the community outdoors at events, meetings and other locations as assigned. Frequently operates a automobile, truck or van and is required to perform basic maintenance. Action Activity - climbing, reaching, squatting, stooping; Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - behind themselves; Speaking Activity - operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors and have depth perception. Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Working Conditions: The Driver II position operates vehicles for the county in and around county buildings and community settings This role routinely changes locations and functions as necessary to support the program/department. This role may participate in outdoor activities in variable weather conditions.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.