Pool Temporary Transporter

Position: (Pool) Temporary Transporter
* Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. **- PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section.

Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
*** For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at  or by phone at .
* Passenger Endorsement
* Air Brake Endorsement
* Minimum 1 year experience driving large passenger vehicles, school buses, or commercial motor-coach.
* 3+ Years experience driving large passenger vehicles, school buses or commercial motor-coach.
* Excellent knowledge of Pacific Northwest driving routes
* Previous experience working with a diverse population, or in an education setting.
* Excellent communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
* Demonstrated ability to proactively assess work operations and anticipate potential problems; ability to develop and implement strategies for preventing/resolving problems.
* Takes initiative in independently planning, organizing, and performing work assignments within broadly defined parameters
* Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail.
* Demonstrated ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
* Working knowledge or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
* Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.
* Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of the precautions necessary to avoid accidents.
* Ability to operate a bus in a safe and economical manner.
* Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to perform work requiring good physical condition.
* Ability to relate to students and school system personnel.
* Ability to complete various forms and records, including updated route sheets, time sheets, incident and accident reports.
* Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
* Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.
* Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
* This position classification has been defined as non-exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
* The person holding this position is considered a mandatory reporter under the Oregon Revised Statutes and is required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Oregon Department of Human Services.
** Diversity Statement:
** Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators, and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.
** Notice to Prospective Employees
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