CUSR Bus Driver

SUMMARY

The CUSR Bus Driver is responsible for transporting CUSR participants to locations throughout the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Possess the ability to maintain participant discipline and ensure that participant behavior is not a distraction to safe driving
• Ability to work independently and maintain a tight schedule.
• Follow the daily schedule in a timely manner
• Possess a valid Illinois drivers license
• Complete and pass a Park District driving test
• POSITIVE CAN DO TEAM ATTITUDE

Supervision

The CUSR Bus Driver is responsible to the CUSR Manager

Classification

• Non-Exempt, hourly
• Seasonal (not to exceed 6 months)

TRAINING CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT

• Bloodborne pathogen training
• Mandated Reporter training
• CPR, First Aide, and AED training from American Heart Association or accredited agency
• Harassment Prevention Training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and themselves
• Provide safe and dependable transportation for all program participants and staff
• Communicate to your supervisor any conflict or issues that arise
• Represent the district in a positive manner when communicating with public
• Follow all rules of the road set by the Illinois Department of Transportation
• Ensure that the bus can be operated safely before driving and conduct pre-trip safety inspection
• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants being transported to and from the different locations

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist program staff with participants as needed.
• Communicate information to the police department as needed.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

• May have to drive under loud conditions created by groups of children.
• Follow a schedule in a timely manner.

PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Prolonged hours of sitting.
• Non-air-conditioned bus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

• May be exposed to summer weather conditions including rain, heat and humidity.

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS

• Should be safety conscious at all times.
• Must be able to work well with people, and resolve problems fairly and with judgment in keeping with the mission of the district.
• Must be able to respond quickly and accurately in emergency situations.