Van Driver (Local Government)

THE POSITION

Do you want to make a positive impact everyday? The Part-time Van Driver position with Potter County MH/ID Unit offers a chance to support important community needs. This role allows you to help eligible residents reach vital appointments in a safe and reliable way. You will join an agency that values responsibility, teamwork, and public service. If you enjoy driving and helping others, we want to hear from you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the safe transportation of consumers to medical and social program appointments. As a Part-time Van Driver, you will perform the following duties:

• Driving Safety: Operate vehicles safely and skillfully while following all state traffic laws
• Geographic Awareness: Navigate the local area using general knowledge of routes and landmarks
• Vehicle Inspection: Inspect automotive equipment to identify signs of defective operation
• Consumer Assistance: Assist consumers during transport and provide basic information about riding in county vehicles
• Information Confidentiality: Protect all consumer information and maintain confidentiality at all times

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment
• Work hours and days may very with a maximum of 18 hours per week.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Condition of Employment:

• No suspension of driver's license within the last three years.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Potter County. If no eligible candidates who live within Potter County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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