Senior Shuttle Bus Driver

Two types of Appointments available with this job posting:

• Partial-Year Career (10 months) @ 40 hours/week or 100% Full Time, Full Benefits
• Limited (6 months w/possibility of extension) @ 16 hours/week or 40% Part-Time, This position is not eligible for benefits

See below for more details

HOW TO APPLY

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 08-04-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) supports the University's mission by providing access to UC Santa Cruz, acting as fiscal stewards, and managing the sustainable planning, design, and operation of safe and equitable bicycle/pedestrian programs, transit services, parking, and other transportation-related needs. TAPS is dedicated to being innovative, sustainable, and customer-focused providers of access to UC Santa Cruz.

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JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) Transit Operations Manager and Assistant Transit Managers, drives/operates a variety of passenger vehicles in support of the campus day and night bus service, premium transit services, Campus Tours, and Bus Reservations on scheduled or non-scheduled routes, on or off campus. The primary purpose of the position is to safely transport staff, faculty, and students who are required to travel on campus and in between campus sites to fulfill their work and school related obligations.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $27.09/hourly
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility:

• Partial-Year Career (10 months) @ 40 hours/week, 100% Full Time, Full Benefits
• Limited (6 months w/possibility of extension) @ 16 hours/week, 40% Part-Time, The Limited position is not eligible for benefits

Schedule Information:

Partial-Year Career (10 months)

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Sun, TBD
• Shift Includes: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend

Limited (6 months w/possibility of extension)

• Part-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 40%, 16 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Sun, TBD
• Shift Includes: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend

Employee Classification: Partial-Year Career appointment & Limited Appointments available

Job End Date:

Partial-Year Career appointment has no end date

Limited Appointment has an end date of 6 months from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension.

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: SX, Service Unit

Job Code Classification: AUTO EQUIP OPR SR (008486)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

85% - Driving

• Drive/operate a 20 - 41+ passenger shuttle bus, 7-15 passenger van, and other vehicles as assigned.
• Operate vehicles in a safe manner, observing traffic regulations and maintaining assigned routes, headways and schedules while making passenger pick ups and drop offs at designated locations on campus.
• Maintain time points for all routes and schedules, running on time, traffic conditions permitting.
• Maintain accurate physical and/or digital driver logs, passenger counts, ride schedule and other records, as assigned and as required for compliance with all UC, State, & Federal Agencies.
• Communicate via two-way radio system following the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations governing radio frequency use.
• Operate hydraulic wheelchair lifts, ramps and securing systems on applicable shuttle buses and vans.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship by exercising diplomacy, remaining calm under stressful situations.
• Interact in a professional and courteous manner with the campus community and the public.

10% - Safety, Prevention, and Maintenance

• Complete a bus inspection prior to leaving for the assigned route. Record any discrepancies on the vehicle check out sheet, physical and/or digital, and notify the supervisor regarding any minor problems or safety hazards.
• Maintain interior cleanliness of vehicle assigned for shift; maintain exterior cleanliness as needed.
• Fuel transit vehicles, following applicable safety procedures.
• Complete a post-trip checklist and secure vehicle.
• Comply with the UCSC TAPS Transit Crime Prevention, Reporting and Safety procedures; work cooperatively with Asst. Manager's to ensure safety and cleaning standards are met.
• Attend all required safety and compliance training as scheduled by the department.

5% - Operational Support: In support of Transit Operations and under the direction of the TAPS Assistant Managers:

• Demonstrate to drivers-in-training at the operation of campus vehicles.
• Conduct transit surveys and data collection.
• Post transit materials
• Provide TAPS Base radio response for any radio communication between the shuttles and Campus Dispatch.
• Collect medical information from customers in a confidential manner and exercise discretion in handling confidential materials in relation to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA).
• As required, provide back-up administrative support to operations.
• The incumbent may act as a substitute for the Auto Equipment Operator classification by performing all of the duties of their position.
• Drive/operate disability lift equipped vans, as needed
• This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of where to go for information and ability to judge what information should be passed on to different levels of management.
• Knowledge of driving laws as specified in the California Vehicle Code.
• Experience with the safe operation of various passenger vehicles.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers.
• Ability to maintain accurate, legible logs and records, both physical and/or digital.
• Ability to use two-way radio operations and/or cellular phone for communication purposes.
• Ability to strictly adhere to all posted speed limits, traffic laws, safety requirements and University parking requirements.
• Ability to learn and understand the campus schemes, routes, and bus stop locations.
• Ability to use mapping tools, such as Google Maps, for selecting event routing.
• Ability to interact in a professional, friendly, courteous manner with the public, interacting with persons of various backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, with different personalities under diverse situations.
• Ability to work independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and organize work flows to meet deadlines, working with changes in workloads, assignments, customer service needs and interruptions, remaining calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to work near and around support and service animals in accordance with the UC Santa Cruz Service/Support Animal Policy.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential materials in relation to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA).
• Ability to speak in a clear concise manner sufficient to obtain needed information, explain policies and procedures, and provide instructions and directions to passengers politely, clearly and effectively.
• Ability to adhere to posted routes and schedules within designated time standards for each route.
• Ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality in order to meet specific deadlines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• General knowledge of State, Federal and University policies and procedures pertaining to vehicle codes, accessibility requirements and vehicle safety.
• General knowledge of transit policies and procedures pertaining to the institution of higher education.
• Knowledge of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations on communication by two-way radio.
• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) standards
• One (1) year of professional driving experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial license to driv