Bus Driver – Athletics

FLSA Status:
United States of America
(Exempt)

Compensation:
$22.00/hour
Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits
package: Click
here for more information!

SECTION I – OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting
from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks
in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there
is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in
the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant,
and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected,
seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading
to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emerge
as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to
life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love –
Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity – Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and
believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage – Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility
– Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency –
Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity – Cultivating awe and
exploring the unknown
Power – The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II
– THE SEAT

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes
significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships
that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right
seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success
of the individuals holding the seats.

The bus driver – athletics is responsible for safely operating the athletics’ bus according to
assigned schedule. This position is an exciting way to be involved with CMU Athletics and support our teams on the road. Hours will vary
depending on the time of year and can be very flexible. Athletic Team schedules are busy and change frequently so the Bus Driver must be
able and willing to adapt.

Become part of the CMU Athletics Team and join CMU Transportation!

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF
TEAM AND/OR TASKS

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be
assigned.

• Operate 27 and 56 passenger athletics’ bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant laws, policies, and
  procedures. May also be asked to drive 15-passenger vans.
• Install tire chains, when weather conditions require
• Perform
  regular safety and maintenance checks and report any maintenance or safety issues to supervisor or his/her designee
• Clean the bus as
  necessary
• Ensure that the bus is safely and securely parked and/or stored
• Maintain required paperwork, such as CMU
  timesheets, log books, maintenance requests, and other required documentation
• Travel Required. Will be provided with all meals or
  per diem as well as a private hotel room.
• Cooperate with coaching staff, and ensure that passengers are aware of conduct
  expectations
• Represent Colorado Mesa University in a professional manner

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER – This position description is only a summary of
the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

Minimum
Qualifications Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.

The Athletics Bus
Driver is required to have and maintain, as a minimum, a clean (free of accidents, moving violations or points for past two years) Class B
Commercial Driver’s License with a passenger bus endorsement (CDL-P). The candidate must have proficient knowledge of highway and bus
regulations, record keeping, and equipment cleaning standards, and procedures.

The candidate must
demonstrate:

• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to operate bus in a safe and responsible
  manner
• Use GPS system of preference (on personal phone)
• Client service and public interaction skills
• Analytical and
  problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Ability to read
  and write to record daily activity
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
• Mathematical skills to perform
  basic math functions and to calculate as necessary for required log books and documentation
• Intense concentration
  ability

The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be
  respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Deal with
  the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online
application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload
a:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security
  number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon
  hire)

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse
backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher
education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that
goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include
reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to
verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty,
staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of
2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an
accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information,
including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

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