Bus Driver - Athletics

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt) Compensation: $22.00/hour Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information! SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. Colorado Mesa University Core Values Love -  Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others Dignity -  Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill Courage -  Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities Humility -  Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others Resiliency -  Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity Curiosity -  Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown Power -  The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals SECTION II – THE SEAT At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats. The bus driver – athletics is responsible for safely operating the athletics’ bus according to assigned schedule. This position is an exciting way to be involved with CMU Athletics and support our teams on the road. Hours will vary depending on the time of year and can be very flexible. Athletic Team schedules are busy and change frequently so the Bus Driver must be able and willing to adapt. Become part of the CMU Athletics Team and join CMU Transportation! OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Operate 27 and 56 passenger athletics’ bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant laws, policies, and procedures. May also be asked to drive 15-passenger vans. Install tire chains, when weather conditions require Perform regular safety and maintenance checks and report any maintenance or safety issues to supervisor or his/her designee Clean the bus as necessary Ensure that the bus is safely and securely parked and/or stored Maintain required paperwork, such as CMU timesheets, log books, maintenance requests, and other required documentation Travel Required. Will be provided with all meals or per diem as well as a private hotel room. Cooperate with coaching staff, and ensure that passengers are aware of conduct expectations Represent Colorado Mesa University in a professional manner Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.  Minimum Qualifications Required: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. The Athletics Bus Driver is required to have and maintain, as a minimum, a clean (free of accidents, moving violations or points for past two years) Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a passenger bus endorsement (CDL-P). The candidate must have proficient knowledge of highway and bus regulations, record keeping, and equipment cleaning standards, and procedures. The candidate must demonstrate: Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to operate bus in a safe and responsible manner Use GPS system of preference (on personal phone) Client service and public interaction skills Analytical and problem solving skills Decision making skills Effective verbal and listening communication skills Ability to read and write to record daily activity Stress management skills Time management skills Mathematical skills to perform basic math functions and to calculate as necessary for required log books and documentation Intense concentration ability The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes: Be honest and trustworthy Be respectful Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity Be flexible Demonstrate sound work ethics Deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants will be