Transportation Driver

FLSA STATUS: Part-Time (25-29 hours a week or as needed)
SALARY: $15-17 per hour (depending on experience)
DEPARTMENT: Operations
REPORTS TO: Club Director

About us: Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia (BGCSEVA) was founded in 1919 by the Norfolk Rotary Club. Back then, we were known as Boys Club of Norfolk. Today, we have 8 Clubs in 7 cities. Because of our geographic reach, we are now Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia and serve children ages 6-18. Our mission is “to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.”

Our 3 priority outcomes for our members are:
Achieve Academic Success, Display Good Character & Citizenship and Maintain Healthy Lifestyles

Why Work for BGCSEVA: Boys & Girls Clubs fill a critical need by providing affordable after-school and summer care services to families in communities that need us the most. With our organization you’ll work in a fun and supportive environment where every day there is a new opportunity to make a change in a young person’s life. All our staff are professional, driven, passionate, team oriented, attentive and fun!

The Transportation Driver is responsible for providing safe and prompt transportation of children ages 6-18 years old from school to Boys & Girls Clubs and field trips as needed.

• Must be able to interact appropriately & positively with children ages 6-18 years old.
• Responsible for ensuring all passengers follow rules regarding safety in vehicles and enforcement of rules
• Responsible for maintaining required licenses and certifications to transport passengers.
• Responsible for safety and supervision of children while in Club vehicle, in transit and exiting Club vehicle.
• Responsible for knowing assigned routes, schedules and passenger for each day.
• Safe operation of vehicle as per Boy & Girls Club, State and Federal transportation policies.
• Ensure vehicles are safe, well-ventilated and equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Responsible for daily maintenance of vehicles, including interior cleanliness, fluid and fuel levels, documented pre-trip operation, and vehicle inspections
• Support Club administration in local drop off/delivery of donations and supplies as needed.

• Listen and communicate alerts about inclement weather.
• Assume other duties as assigned.
• May have to work occasional weekends.

• Internal: Maintains daily contact and work jointly with Club professional staff and Club members.
• External: Contact with designated school officials and community.

• Valid State Drivers License.
• Have 2 years driving experience (Personal or Professional).
• Must have DMV Driver record printout dated within the past 30 days of application.
• Submit to a fingerprint/background check.
• Experience with working with youth in some capacity.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid certifications. (acquire within 3 months of employment).
• Must be able to lift items as heavy as 25 pounds.

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) statement: BGCSEVA is committed to the principles and ideals of equal employment opportunity. It is, and shall continue to be, the policy and practice throughout BGCSEVA to foster equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for applicants, employees, and volunteers without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, status as a veteran, or other protected status, if qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.