DART Bus Driver - On Call

Salary: $20.63 Hourly
Location : Community Services - Senior Center/Transportation - Gardnerville, NV
Job Type:On Call
Job Number: 23/24-00103
Department: Senior Services
Opening Date: 01/31/2024
Closing Date: 2/28/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
This posting has been extended until February 28, 2024.
This position is on-call with varied hours, no benefits.
Responsible for transporting public, senior citizens, and residents with disabilities to and from various locations within the County; may perform special assistance for individuals with disabilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inspects vehicle to ensure that it is in a clean and in operable condition; completes inspection paperwork/checklist; reports the need for service or repair; ensures that vehicles are scheduled for routine maintenance as required.
• Drives vehicle to and from various locations, following a pre-established schedule or on an on-call basis.
• Stops vehicle at various locations to pick-up and let off passengers; assists passengers with disabilities in embarking and disembarking and may load and unload luggage, packages and other items as required.
• Answers questions and provides information to passengers as required; may provide information to medical and social service providers regarding client status.
• Maintains driver log; if required, lists client name, address and other information for each trip.
• Transports meals to the home bound, assuring that the meal is safely delivered; may pick up empty trays from prior delivery; loads trays into carrying devices and onto the van for home bound delivery; checks temperature of hot meals, reports findings on a daily basis to the designated record keeper; reports unusual circumstances (no one home - no response at the door) to Supervisor.
• Washes and cleans the interior of the vehicle; fuels the vehicle.
• May drive a handicapped access vehicle to transport wheelchair and other elderly and handicapped clients; assists individuals requiring wheelchair assistance in the entry and exit from the vehicle.
• Assists individuals with physical needs in the entry and exit of the vehicle.
• Uses a radio to communicate and receive information in the vehicle.
• Participates in in-service training to update skills and learn techniques for dealing with various clients.
• Perform all duties in accordance to Federal Transportation Administration as it relates to public transit.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of experience in transportation of passengers in a bus or van; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Laws, rules and regulations for operating a motor vehicle in the state of Nevada.
• Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.
• County geography.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including records management.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

Skill in:

• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Driving a vehicle skillfully and safely.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Dealing effectively with disabled individuals and others needing special assistance.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Nevada Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
• First Aid, AED, Effects and Consequences of Prohibited Drug Use and CPR certification within three (3) months of date of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a transportation setting and operate a motor vehicle; strength and agility to lift materials weighing up to 20 pounds; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; vision to read printed materials; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Work is subject to performance under exposure to extensive travel, bodily fluids, fumes, gases, noise and chemicals.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
• Incumbents subject to ongoing drug testing in accordance with NDOT and FTA Part 40 regulations.
• Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Overview of Douglas County Benefits
Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time positions (depending on job). Some part time positions may provide no benefits.
No Nevada State income tax.
Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada
Douglas County contributes 33.50% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Member's salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.
Paid Leave
12 paid holidays per year. Generous paid leave accrual's including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies
or relevant labor agreement
for more information.
Health Insurance
The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Preferred Provider (PPO) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detailed information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at:
for more information.
Compensation
Douglas County's compensation system is based on Pay for Performance wherein employees are eligible for annual performance evaluations. The current structure consists of merit increases up to 3% on a qualifying employee's anniversary and Cost of Living Adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index during the first pay period of each fiscal year. The COLA will be up to 5% depending on the CPI each year. Additionally, eligible employees can be recognized for outstanding performance, above and beyond the call of duty, and receive additional compensation through the Recognition of Excellence Program.
2024
01
What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher
• Technical Certification
• None of the Above

02
How many years of experience do you possess in transportation of passengers in a bus or van?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 Year
• 2 - 3 years
• 4 - 5 Years
• 6 or More Years

03
Please list employers, dates and related duties.
04
How many years' experience working with the elderly do you possess?

• No Experience
• 1 - 2 Years
• 3 - 4 Years
• 5 or more Years

05
Do you currently hold a Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you currently hold a Class B Commercial Driver License with a passenger endorsement(CDL)?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have a current CPR certification or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment.

• Yes
• Or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment
• No

08
Do you currently hold a First Aid Certificate or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment?

• Yes
• Or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment
• No

09
Do you currently hold a AED Certificate or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment?

• Yes
• Or able to obtain within three (3) months of date of employment.
• No

10
Do you have experience with the disabled community?

• Yes
• No

11
If yes, please explain relevant information.
12
Do you have any experience securing and transporting wheel chair passengers on a public transit vehicle?

• Yes
• No

13
If yes, please explain relevant information.
14
Briefly, describe why you are interested in the DART Bus Driver - On-Call position with Senior Services.
15
Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?

• Yes
• No

16
Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

17
Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?

• Yes
• No
• I do not have 10 years of work history, but have included all employment history.
• I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years and I have included the experience on my application.

18
Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement's and will you be able to uphold them if hired?

• Yes
• No

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