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Specialist I - Transit Driver KAT Tracks Shuttle Bus (10 months, part-time, hourly) - 2 Positions to be Filled

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Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition 202300424S
Title Specialist I - Transit Driver KAT Tracks Shuttle Bus (10 months, part-time, hourly) - 2 Positions to be Filled
FLSA status Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 2. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

This is a part-time, non-benefits eligible, hourly position working 19 hours or less per week. This position works 10 months out of the year.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional
Department Facilities Business Services
Division Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date 11/17/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. College or continued education courses in management, public safety, or communications desirable. Experience in a related field preferred.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Ensures safe and orderly transportation of students and staff on assigned routes.
Primary Responsibilities
Operates the SHSU Kat Tracks shuttle bus to transport students from the SHSU campus to Aldi, Walmart, and Target. Follows assigned route and adheres to established schedules. Checks bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notifies supervisor of needed repairs. Reports all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Completes required reports. Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled. Inspects bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving. Ensures proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector. Attends and completes required training program to maintain safety certification. Performs other driving related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Position requires driving and operating a University vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier is required.

Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Working conditions involve moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes. Position will work indoors and outdoors. Attention and care is required in the performance of duties to prevent injury to self or others.

This position works as needed as a 2nd driver during the year. Will also provide driving services for Special Guests during Special Events held on campus.
Full Time Part Time Part Time
Position Number
Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/37309
EEO Statement

EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

Screening Questions

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  1. * How did you learn about this position?
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
    • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
    • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
    • Association for Women in Science
    • TWC - Work in Texas
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • SHSU Website
    • SHSU Employee
    • SHSU Recruiter
    • Other
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