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Form of workSalary: $22.25 Hourly
Location : KS, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: OPS SUP 1 TRANSIT - WF
Department: Transportation
Division: TRANSIT Vehicle Operations
Opening Date: 03/20/2024
Closing Date: 4/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is supervisory work that involves dispatching and monitoring buses and drivers. This position is responsible for scheduling details needed to provide efficient bus service for citizens in the area served. Supervision includes all of the activities of bus drivers in operating situations and investigation of customer complaints about drivers and bus operations. Work is directed and reviewed by a supervisor.
The day and hours for this position: Monday - Saturday 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council
Examples of Work Performed
Requirements of Work
Required Experience and Training
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
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I am a current employee of Wichita Transit.
02
(6mo) This position requires a Class B CDL license. Please identify your current status with a Class B CDL license.
03
How many years of work experience do you have with a transit system:
04
This position is customer-facing and may encounter customers who are disgruntled or upset. This position will also require you to provide information to passengers that may be confrontational. Describe your experience dealing with individuals in this type of environment and your role in making the situation better.
05
Have you completed training on Emergency Procedures, Defensive Driving and Customer Relations?
06
I have the following years of supervisory experience:
07
Supervising former peers can be a delicate transition. Briefly elaborate on your strategies for gaining the trust and respect of your team when moving from a peer role to a supervisory position? Share instances where you effectively balanced maintaining camaraderie while fulfilling your supervisory responsibilities.
08
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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Location : KS, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: OPS SUP 1 TRANSIT - WF
Department: Transportation
Division: TRANSIT Vehicle Operations
Opening Date: 03/20/2024
Closing Date: 4/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is supervisory work that involves dispatching and monitoring buses and drivers. This position is responsible for scheduling details needed to provide efficient bus service for citizens in the area served. Supervision includes all of the activities of bus drivers in operating situations and investigation of customer complaints about drivers and bus operations. Work is directed and reviewed by a supervisor.
The day and hours for this position: Monday - Saturday 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council
Examples of Work Performed
- Monitor bus operator performance to ensure compliance with Wichita Transit operating procedures and policies.
- Observes street operations to monitor operator driving habits, safety procedures and overall operations
- Observe and reports issues with the bus stop locations or safety
- Maintains contact with operating personnel regarding operating problems
- Investigates accidents
- Trains drivers
- Initiate required discipline through Superintendent
- Creates and maintains electronic and manuel records
- Assists with scheduling, run cutting and training.
- Completion of work assignments requires operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Considerable knowledge of the geography of the city and names and locations of streets
- Thorough knowledge of the labor agreement as it affects operations
- Ability to maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to effectively plan, organize, and direct the work of others
- Ability to follow complex oral or written instructions
- Ability to represent the company effectively to union employees
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergencies
- Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information
- Ability to keep simple records
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including by two-way radio
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements
- Ability to maintain confidentiality as it relates to matters including but not limited to FMLA, discipline, and other personnel matters.
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
- At least one year of work experience with a transit system is required, plus completion of training in Emergency Procedures, Defensive Driving and Customer Relations.
- Must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) at time of hire.
- A minimum of one year supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01
I am a current employee of Wichita Transit.
- Yes
- No
02
(6mo) This position requires a Class B CDL license. Please identify your current status with a Class B CDL license.
- I currently have an active Class B CDL license.
- I do not have a current Class B CDL license, but am willing and able to obtain this license within the first 6-months of employment.
- I am not willing or able to obtain a Class B CDL license.
03
How many years of work experience do you have with a transit system:
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-3 Years experience
- 3-5 years experience
- 5-7 years experience
- + 8 years experience
- I do not have any years of work experience with a transit system.
04
This position is customer-facing and may encounter customers who are disgruntled or upset. This position will also require you to provide information to passengers that may be confrontational. Describe your experience dealing with individuals in this type of environment and your role in making the situation better.
05
Have you completed training on Emergency Procedures, Defensive Driving and Customer Relations?
- Yes
- No
06
I have the following years of supervisory experience:
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- +5 years
- I do not have any years of supervisory experience.
07
Supervising former peers can be a delicate transition. Briefly elaborate on your strategies for gaining the trust and respect of your team when moving from a peer role to a supervisory position? Share instances where you effectively balanced maintaining camaraderie while fulfilling your supervisory responsibilities.
08
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Yes
- No
Required Question
