Salary: $21.19 – $33.90 Hourly
Location : North East Focal Point – City of Deerfield Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00873
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 09/19/2023
Closing Date: 9/24/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Summary Objective
INTERNAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
ONLY CURRENT CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE.
Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to complete daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports and coordinating vehicle maintenance schedules.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
- Coordinates transportation services for clients.
- Transports participants to and from the Center, medically related appointments, social service agencies, and special events. Follows established city rules and regulations related to the operation use of the bus.
- Transports participants to and from City-wide special events and parks and recreation programs.
- Coordinates the activities of bus drivers. Schedules and assigns work; develops, trains, and evaluates staff; initiates and recommends such personnel actions as hiring, disciplining, counseling, training, etc.
- Coordinates and attends meetings with staff members to plan programs, identify issues, and improve services/programs.
- Operate various transportation vehicles, including 12-25 passenger accessible buses and a 78-passenger school bus.
- Assists participants with entering and exiting the bus and with wheelchairs and walkers.
- Follows established city rules and regulations related to the operation use of buses.
- Coordinates vehicle repairs with Fleet Maintenance and maintains repair records.
- Provides reports on routing, passengers, maintenance, and mileage.
- Prepares and submits required reports.
- Compiles scheduling worksheets and maintains records and files for service requests.
- Drives center vehicles in the absence of bus drivers to maintain scheduled services.
- Receives and addresses inquiries regarding the center’s transportation program.
- Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
- Two (2) years of experience in dispatching or public transportation or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state, CDL Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement and an acceptable driving history.
- Chauffer’s License required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Work Environment and Work Hours
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the safety practices and methods in driving and maintaining vehicles.
- Knowledge of the Deerfield Beach and Pompano Beach geographic areas.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
- Ability to work from maps.
- Ability to operate a 78-passenger school bus.
- Ability to take oral and/or written instructions.
- Ability to deal effectively with the general public, the elderly populations, and other City employees.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, and to provide accurate reports.
- Ability to manage inventory.
- Ability to use small office equipment and computers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Unavoidable hazards refer to job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
- Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
- Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
- Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
WORK HOURS
Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm (May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the City.)
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions, as well as any on-the-job injuries or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Salary:
Salary ranges are listed on the job announcement. Appointments are typically made at the starting pay of the grade for candidates. Additional consideration may be given those candidates whose experience/education exceed the minimum qualifications.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding all relevant work history and qualifications for the position. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application.Submitted applications will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted on the application, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process. Candidates selected for to interview will be contacted for a phone interview. Candidates not selected will be notified via email.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough pre-employment background investigation, which may include, an extensive criminal history, motor vehicle history, verification of current and prior employment, fitness for duty physical, drug screening, Level II fingerprint clearance, Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications and Clearinghouse registration, and any other relevant screenings required for the position.
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Are you a current employee of the City of Deerfield Beach?
- Yes
- No
Required Question