Driver/Scheduler
The City of Buena Park is seeking for a Driver/Scheduler to join the Buena Park Senior Activity Center team!
The Buena Park Senior Activity 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 the 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.
The Senior Center is looking for a Driver/Scheduler to oversee our non-emergency medical transportation and senior mobility programs. The Driver/Scheduler is responsible for planning routes of travel, coordinating and scheduling non-emergency medical transportation, and transporting passengers to and from different Community Services locations. Work is performed in accordance with established schedules and safety procedures. The ideal candidate should have ample experience in preparing reports, performing administrative and clerical work, coordinating and scheduling routes, overseeing subordinate transportation staff, and training drivers. The individual in this position must have a great personality, be kind, patient, understanding, courteous, and outgoing, loves working with senior citizens and can develop a relationship with them and their families. Wanting to enhance the quality of life of our seniors should be this individual's goal. If you would like to be a part of a team that helps our greatest generations enjoy the best years of their lives with dignity, respect, and of course FUN, APPLY NOW! This position's work schedule is between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday but may require working some weekend or holiday work assignments.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
The Senior Center is looking for a Driver/Scheduler to oversee our non-emergency medical transportation and senior mobility programs. The Driver/Scheduler is responsible for planning routes of travel, coordinating and scheduling non-emergency medical transportation, and transporting passengers to and from different Community Services locations. Work is performed in accordance with established schedules and safety procedures. The ideal candidate should have ample experience in preparing reports, performing administrative and clerical work, coordinating and scheduling routes, overseeing subordinate transportation staff, and training drivers. The individual in this position must have a great personality, be kind, patient, understanding, courteous, and outgoing, loves working with senior citizens and can develop a relationship with them and their families. Wanting to enhance the quality of life of our seniors should be this individual's goal. If you would like to be a part of a team that helps our greatest generations enjoy the best years of their lives with dignity, respect, and of course FUN, APPLY NOW! This position's work schedule is between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday but may require working some weekend or holiday work assignments.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and six months of experience and training in the operation of a bus weighing two or more tons 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 www.buenapark.com/hr. 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.
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.
