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NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS!!
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The Buena Park Senior Center is one of the largest and busiest senior centers in the region. We take pride in our friendly atmosphere and great number of activities for individuals 50+. Our mission is to provide our mature adult population with a diverse offering of recreational, educational, social, and human service programs. We do this in an environment which promotes a spirit of dignity and limitless potential for later life enrichment.

Our Senior Center is looking for kind, patient, understanding, courteous, and outgoing individuals who love working with senior citizens. We need individuals who want to enhance the quality of life of our seniors. Be part of our team that helps our greatest generations enjoy the best years of their lives with dignity, respect, and of course FUN! APPLY NOW!

This part-time position works approximately 20 hours per week and requires the availability to work a varied schedule between the hours of 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, operates a 16 passenger bus or van to transport senior citizens to various senior center functions, medical appointments and other destinations; performs basic bus safety inspections daily; assists passengers on and off assigned vehicles; assures the safety of passengers while riding in assigned vehicles; and performs other related duties as required. This part-time position works approximately 20 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge of: Safety principles and practices applicable to bus operations including the California Vehicle Code, state traffic regulations and pertinent municipal codes; bus safety and maintenance inspection practices; effective customer service techniques.

Ability to: Safely operate a passenger bus effectively, safely and according to City and state traffic regulations; keep records and submit reports; communicate effectively and cooperatively with customers; inspect bus for safe operation; identify and report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, management, departmental representatives, and the general public.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent AND* six months of experience and training in the operation of a 16 passenger bus *is required. Experience with senior citizens is highly desirable.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class B California driver license with passenger endorsement with acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.

Ability to complete First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Defibrillator Training is required within six months of assignment to this classification.

Ability to maintain appropriate medical certification and endorsements required by the Department of Transportation and Department of Motor Vehicles for the operation of a public bus.

APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at www.buenapark.com/hr as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.

All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified* on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.*

The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.

The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.

Below is a list of key benefits offered to part-time, seasonal, and limited service employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through deferred compensation 457 plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Employee pays member contribution of 3.75%. The City matches the employee's contribution of 3.75%.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.
OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.25 - $19.02 per hour

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