Bus Driver, Team Lead - Transportation Services

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• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
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JOB TITLE:

Bus Driver, Team Lead

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide functional supervision and leadership to peer shift bus drivers. Drive a bus or van on regularly scheduled or special assignment runs.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

This position involves on-call status.

This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume essential responsibilities for shift supervisors when absent, while fulfilling route assignments.
• Assist in the communication of daily responsibilities to other Bus Driver’s, coordinating those responsibilities with dispatch when necessary.
• Perform Safety and Quality Inspections of the other Bus Drivers in accordance with department standards when requested.
• Maintain knowledge of Federal and State Regulations relevant to Public Transit.
• Assist the Training and Safety Manager with driver training when requested.
• Help facilitate communication between management and other Bus Drivers.
• Provide leadership to their team during daily operation as defined by their shift supervisor.
• Fulfil daily Bus Driver route responsibilities.
• Participate in the on-call rotation.
• Professionally develop within the position.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May serve as backup for charter bus driver when needed.
• Assist in communication of daily responsibilities to Bus Drivers, coordinate with dispatch as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Independence
• Safety Awareness
• Service Orientation
• Conflict Management
• Collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: High School Diploma or GED

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

• 2 years Transit Bus Driving Experience, Knowledge of Current University of Wyoming Transit Operations
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with Passenger endorsement, with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Within six months following employment, must complete:
• Bus Operator Training through Transportation Safety Institute (TSI)
• 8-hour Defensive Driving Course
• First Aide Certification
• CPR Certification
• Must be able to pass all drug and/or alcohol screening(s) required by the UW (University of Wyoming) Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• Must be in DOT regulated Drug and Alcohol testing pool including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident tests.

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Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Experience Evaluation

Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of University of Wyoming Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations pertaining to bus transportation.
• Ability to work as a team leader in a professional team environment.
• Ability to follow and deliver written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety procedures and protocols as directed.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Able to problem solve and work with minimal supervision while upholding and enforcing department policies and procedures.
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• TSI (Transportation Safety Institute) Certification.
• Defensive Driving certification.
• Completion of FTA Drug and Alcohol training

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.
• Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

Incomplete application packets will not be considered.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/