Purpose:
Knox College invites applications for the full-time, 10 month position of Driver for Student Transportation. This position will primarily serve the Knox College Kleine Center for Community Service and the Division of Student Development. The Driver responsibilities include serving as the point of contact for transporting students to local volunteer opportunities and events, some airport drop off and pick up, occasional meetings with community partners, and maintaining documents related to the driving schedule and number of passengers transported. The Driver will possess excellent organizational and time management skills, ensure the safety and comfort of the passengers, and interact with the passengers throughout their travel in a professional and polite manner. Some nights and weekends are required.
Responsibilities:
- Pick up passengers from the place and time outlined by the Kleine Center
- Maintain safe driving practices at all times
- Maintain passenger records related to all driving events
- Listen to traffic and weather reports to stay up-to-date on road conditions
- Answer questions about the area and local places of interest
- Ensure the car seats are clean and comfortable for all riders
- Make recommendations about regular car service appointments and report any issues
- Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of the car by using car wash and detailing services
Requirements and skills:
- Proven experience as a Driver
- A valid driver’s license
- A clean driving record
- Minimum visual acuity of 20/50 (or corrected to 20/50)
- Familiarity with GPS devices
- Use of email and cell phone for general communication and employee hours reporting
- Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods
- Availability to take Sunday evening shifts and occasionally take weekend and night shifts
- A polite and professional disposition
- A high school diploma preferred
Summary Pay Range: Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that pay is only one component of total compensation.
Benefits:
Health Insurance Dental Vision FSA/ HSA/ FSA Dependent Care Employer Paid Basic Life & LTD Voluntary Life Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Parental Leave In keeping with its commitment to equal rights since it was founded in 1837, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups. Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, religion or religious affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any other aspect of its educational programs or activities. In addition, Knox College is prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its accompanying regulations from discriminating on the basis of sex. The College official responsible for coordinating compliance with this Notice of Non-Discrimination is the Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance. Any inquiries regarding policies that prohibit discrimination and harassment, including Title IX sexual harassment, as well as the policy prohibiting hazing, should be directed to the Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance identified below. Staff in the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance are available to meet with or talk to students, staff, and faculty regarding issues relating to this Notice of Non-Discrimination and the College’s policies and procedures. Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209 337 South Cherry Street Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-341-7751 Email: cultureofrespect@knox.edu Inquiries about the application of Title IX to Knox may be referred to the Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance, the United States Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, or both. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights for additional information. Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education-Chicago Office 500 W Madison St., Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544 Phone: 312-730-1560 Email: ocr@ed.gov Inquiries regarding the College’s policies regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) should be directed to the ADA/504 Coordinator identified below: Knox College ADA/504 Coordinator Jennie Hemingway, PhD Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209 337 South Cherry Street Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-341-7751 Email: jhemingway@knox.edu
Employees requesting accommodations may contact:
Human Resources 52 W South St., Alumni Hall, Suite 100 | Campus Box K-200 Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-341-7162 or 309-341-7543 Email: hr@knox.edu
Students requesting accommodations may contact:
Director of Disability Support Services Patricia Harden Umbeck Science and Math Center E111 | Campus Box K183 340 South West Street Phone: 309-341-7478 Email: pharden@knox.edu Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in certain aspects of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a human.