Van Driver; Local Government; Part-Time - Wayne County Area Agency Aging

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS--L0886. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MAY 18, 2026 TO MAY 31, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

The Van Driver (Local Government) role with the Wayne County Area Agency on Aging offers a meaningful way to support residents in your community. You will help individuals reach important appointments and services that improve their daily lives. This position is perfect for someone who values independence, compassion, and teamwork. Join a team that makes safe and reliable transportation a reality for local seniors and consumers—apply today!

This position supports residents by providing safe, reliable, and courteous transportation throughout the county. The role involves strong communication, daily route navigation, and supportive assistance for senior and wheelchair‑dependent riders.

• Safe Transport:
  Operate county vehicles and transport riders with care and professionalism
• Rider Assistance:
  Help passengers board, exit, and move safely along various paths and walkways
• Route Navigation:
  Follow daily schedules and adjust to route changes as needed
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Use clear communication in person and through two‑way radio interactions
• Vehicle Care:
  Conduct basic checks and maintain cleanliness and safety of assigned vehicles
• Community Support:
  Provide friendly social interaction while assisting riders throughout the day

• Part‑time employment (14 to 21+ hours per week)
• Transportation operates 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday and limited hours on Saturdays
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

• No suspension of driver’s license within the last three years.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.