Bus Driver - Part-time, Non-Benefited

Salary : $20.34 - $24.73 Hourly

Location : Buena Park, CA

Job Type : Part-Time / Temporary / Seasonal (Non-Benefited)

Job Number : 24-00054

Department : Community Services

Division : Senior Center

Opening Date : 10 / 08 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

JOB BULLETIN

NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS!!

The Buena Park Senior Center is one of the largest and busiest senior centers in the region. We take pride in our friendly atmosphere and great number of activities for individuals 50+.

Our mission is to provide our mature adult population with a diverse offering of recreational, educational, social, and human service programs.

We do this in an environment which promotes a spirit of dignity and limitless potential for later life enrichment.

Our Senior Center is looking for kind, patient, understanding, courteous, and outgoing individuals who love working with senior citizens.

We need individuals who want to enhance the quality of life of our seniors. Be part of our team that helps our greatest generations enjoy the best years of their lives with dignity, respect, and of course FUN! APPLY NOW!

This part-time position works approximately 20 hours per week and requires the availability to work a varied schedule between the hours of 7 : 30 am to 4 : 30 pm Monday through Thursday.

THE POSITION

• Under general supervision, operates a 16 passenger bus or van to transport senior citizens to various senior center functions, medical appointments and other destinations;
• performs basic bus safety inspections daily; assists passengers on and off assigned vehicles; assures the safety of passengers while riding in assigned vehicles;

and performs other related duties as required. This part-time position works approximately 20 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge of : Safety principles and practices applicable to bus operations including the California Vehicle Code, state traffic regulations and pertinent municipal codes;

bus safety and maintenance inspection practices; effective customer service techniques.

• Ability to : Safely operate a passenger bus effectively, safely and according to City and state traffic regulations; keep records and submit reports;
• communicate effectively and cooperatively with customers; inspect bus for safe operation; identify and report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards;

communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, management, departmental representatives, and the general public.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE

High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent AND six months of experience and training in the operation of a 16 passenger bus is required .

Experience with senior citizens is highly desirable.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES / SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class B California driver license with passenger endorsement with acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.

Ability to complete First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Defibrillator Training is required within six months of assignment to this classification.

Ability to maintain appropriate medical certification and endorsements required by the Department of Transportation and Department of Motor Vehicles for the operation of a public bus.

APPLICANT INFORMATION / EXAM WEIGHT

Applicants must submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department web page at Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City employment application.

All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process.

The selection process may include but is not limited to an oral interview and / or written exams and oral presentations.

Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. An eligible list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner.

The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.

Americans with Disabilities :

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (714) 562-3515 no later than 5 business days before the test date.

Fingerprinting :

Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof.

Physical Examination :

Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which may include drug and alcohol screening.

Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense.

Below is a list of key benefits offered to part-time, seasonal, and limited service employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits.

They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.

SALARY RANGE : Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.

RETIREMENT : Provided through deferred compensation 457 plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Employee pays member contribution of 3.

75%. The City matches the employee's contribution of 3.75%.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM : Available to all City employees and their immediate families.

OC CREDIT UNION : Available to all City employees and their families.

To better evaluate your qualifications for this position, responses to this supplemental questionnaire are required. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process.

An incomplete and inaccurate application may lead to disqualification. It is your responsibility to fill out the application thoroughly and accurately.

Resumes will not be accepted instead of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the questions.

If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". NOTE : 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be considered when evaluating your qualifications.

I acknowledge receipt of this information and understand the instructions.

What is your highest level of education completed?

• No Diploma
• High School or G.E.D.
• Some College - 59 units or less
• Some College - more than 60 units
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

How many years of experience do have working or volunteering with senior citizen populations?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to less than 2 years experience
• 2 to less than 3 years experience
• 3 to less than 4 years experience
• 4 to less than 5 years experience
• 5 years or more experience

Please describe your experience working or volunteering with senior citizen populations. If no experience indicate N / A.

A valid California class B driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance is required for this position.

What type of Driver License do you possess?

• I do not have a valid California driver license
• Class C, non-commercial license
• Class A, non-commercial license
• Class, C, commercial license
• Class B, commercial license, with passenger endorsement
• Class A, commercial license

Do you acknowledge that if invited to interview, applicants will be required to submit a DMV printout of their driving records (H-6 only) not more than 30 days old?

• Yes, I acknowledge if invited to interview I will be required to submita DMV printout of my driving record (H-6) not more than 30 days old from date of interview.
• No, if invited to interview, I will not be able to submit an H-6 printout.

Do you have a minimum of six months of experience and training in the operation of a 16 passenger bus?

Please list the days / hours you are available to work.

• Monday Morning
• Monday Afternoon
• Monday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Tuesday Morning
• Tuesday Afternoon
• Tuesday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Wednesday Morning
• Wednesday Afternoon
• Wednesday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Thursday Morning
• Thursday Afternoon
• Thursday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Friday Morning
• Friday Afternoon
• Friday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Saturday Morning
• Saturday Afternoon
• Saturday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.
• Sunday Morning
• Sunday Afternoon
• Sunday Evening after 4 : 00 p.m.

Tell us why you want to work at the Buena Park Senior Activity Center.

Required Question