Transportation Shuttle Driver (Temporary, Part-Time) – Multiple Openings

Job Summary

Clackamas County's Social Services Division is seeking customer-focused and dependable Part-time Temporary Transportation Shuttle Drivers to join the Transportation Reaching People (TRP) program. TRP provides safe, reliable transportation for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport older adults and individuals with disabilities to appointments, essential services, errands, and community activities.
• Operate County vehicles in accordance with traffic laws, County policies, and established safety procedures.
• Aid passengers with boarding, exiting, and securing mobility devices while ensuring a safe and comfortable ride.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Communicate effectively with riders, caregivers, and program staff while exercising patience, empathy, and sound judgment.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming vehicle environment.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules and accurately complete trip records and required documentation.
• Collect and process ride donations in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete required training and certifications and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• Proven safe driving record that meets all criteria as established by Clackamas County and transportation program requirements.
• Experience or knowledge using navigation tools, including maps and GPS.
• Experience providing customer service including strong communication skills.
• Experience utilizing strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a passenger van and identifying repair and maintenance issues.
• Experience using transportation service dispatch software and online systems.
• Experience working with clients who may be unpredictable and require flexibility, including physical and mental health challenges.
• Experience working with older adults and/or adults with disabilities.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check.

Work Schedule

This position works part-time hours ranging from 10-30 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package, Including 12 hours of vacation accrued per month.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month.
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year.
• Monthly accruals (prorated for less than 1.0 FTE).
• Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP), Choice of Medical Plans, Choice of Dental Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Longevity pay, Additional retirement Savings Options, Optional benefits.

About the Department

The Social Services Division provides assistance to seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, and low-income residents of Clackamas County. Social Services is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.