KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
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District and college policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.
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Organizational operations, policies, and objectives.
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General functions, policies, rules, and regulations of a community college.
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Applicable codes, regulations, policies, procedures, and laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
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Effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
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Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
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Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to:-
Independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position.
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Plan, coordinate, organize, and prioritize workload to meet timelines.
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Coordinate flow of communications and information as needed.
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Compose effective correspondence.
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Maintain a variety of records, logs, and files.
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Meet schedules and timelines.
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Work independently with little direction.
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Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
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Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others during the course of work.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS-
Will be required to perform periodic, mandatory drug testing.
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Will be required to travel for various off-site events in support of the overall objective of the position.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Sitting for Long Periods: A significant portion of the workday is spent sitting while driving.
Vision and Hearing Requirements:-
Vision: Must have strong vision (e.g., at least 20/40 acuity with a 70-degree field of vision) and the ability to distinguish colors for traffic signals.
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Hearing: Must be able to hear traffic, other vehicles, and a forced whisper at a certain distance.
Physical Strength and Mobility for Operations:-
Lifting/Pushing/Pulling: May be required to lift, push, or pull objects, often up to 50 pounds, to assist passengers, load/unload baggage (intercity/charter buses), or handle equipment.
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Steering and Pedals: Must have normal use of arms and legs to control the steering wheel and depress the accelerator and brake pedals with the required force.
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Stair and Step Use: Climbing multiple steps to enter and exit the bus is frequent.
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Crouching and Bending: Required for pre-trip/post-trip inspections (e.g., checking under the bus) and securing equipment.
Hand-Eye Coordination: Essential for controlling the bus, navigating traffic, and responding quickly to hazards on the road.
Mental Demands
High Situational Awareness and Vigilance:-
Drivers must constantly monitor traffic conditions, road changes, passenger behavior, and potential hazards simultaneously.
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The constant need for selective and alternating attention (switching between multiple tasks like driving, monitoring passengers, and checking mirrors) is demanding.
Quick Decision-Making and Problem-Solving:-
Required to react quickly to unexpected situations, such as traffic congestion, roadworks, difficult passengers, or emergencies.
Stress Management and Emotional Stability:-
The job is often described as mentally demanding due to conflicting demands—the need to maintain a tight schedule while also driving safely and providing customer service.
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Stressors include:
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Dealing with heavy traffic and adverse weather.
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Managing difficult or unruly passengers and handling complaints (emotional labor).
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Pressure to adhere to a schedule. o Irregular or split shift work schedules, which can lead to fatigue and work-family conflict.
Communication and Customer Service Skills:-
Must be courteous, helpful, and patient when interacting with passengers.
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Need clear verbal communication to maintain order/discipline and to convey anticipated arrival/departure times.
Integrity and Dependability: Passengers rely on the driver's reliability to transport them safely and on time. Drivers are responsible for the safety of all onboard.
Cognitive Requirements: The ability to make sound judgments, adapt to a changing environment, and process multiple streams of information is crucial for safe operation.
Work Environment
The work environment described herein is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this classification. Incumbents in this classification may encounter frequent interruptions by college personnel, students, and the public.
Employees work under typical office conditions with constant interruptions; noise levels may vary depending on activities of the office, division, or department; drives a vehicle to conduct work.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (*) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an (*) on the job description.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
College of the Siskiyous (Siskiyous) acknowledges and condemns the history of colonization of the Indigenous Tribes who originally inhabited the land on which our institution stands. We acknowledge their continued existence and wisdom regarding this place and area.
It is our mission and vision to foster a community that is inclusive, responsive and supportive of all of its members equitably. It is important for our students and staff to understand the history of our area, acknowledge the past, collaborate with our communities, and facilitate course work which empowers our students with the tools to lead with respect.
All members of the College community are responsible for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which differences are embraced, sharing is encouraged, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. We will continually assess our progress to ensure that diversity initiatives disrupt and eliminate harmful policies within our college community. Siskiyous welcomes and embraces students and employees from all backgrounds including, but not limited to: ability or disability, age, ancestry, body type or size, citizenship or immigration status, economic status, educational status, employment status, ethnicity, food or housing insecurity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, incarceration experience, language, marital or partner status, military or veteran status, national origin, neuro-diversity, physical or mental health status, political affiliation, race or racial identity, religion, reproductive status, sex, and/or sexual orientation.
The College strives to ensure that its diversity initiatives are anti-racist and inclusive. Our ultimate goal is to eliminate oppressive policies within our College community.
SELECTION PROCESS
After the preliminary screening, selected candidates will be invited to the campus for an initial interview with the Search Committee. Videoconference interviews (in lieu of an in-person initial interview) will be offered. Candidates to be interviewed will be selected from applicants who most closely meet the minimum and desired qualifications. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. The Search Committee will recommend finalists to the Superintendent/President for a final interview.
The District reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay indefinitely filling of the position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements prior to appointment that include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprint processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States. A pre-employment physical examination may be required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application or interview process must notify the Human Resources Office in advance.
College of the Siskiyous is an equal opportunity employer.
Siskiyou Joint Community College District (“College of the Siskiyous”) does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, in selection and hiring of job applicants or treatment in employment, at any of its campuses. College of the Siskiyous also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and workplace violence.
College of the Siskiyous is accredited by the Accrediting commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
