Driver – Public Safety Shuttle Services (6:00 am – 2:00 pm)

The Department of Public Safety protects and serves the Creighton community through proactive patrolling, rapid response, community outreach, security technology, and safe parking and transportation options. We seek to ensure that all members of our community can live, learn, work, and play in a safe and secure environment. Public Safety has primary responsibility for security enforcement, emergency management, campus safety, parking enforcement, and transportation on Creighton University’s Omaha Campus.

Our Licensed Commercial Drivers will operate various University vehicles, with and without passengers, to support the operational needs of the University. Drivers will comply with all traffic laws and regulations, as well as Department of Transportation (DoT) regulations applicable to the operation of the shuttle buses. Drivers will perform routine maintenance, refuel vehicles, and notify the senior manager of any major maintenance issues with University vehicles. Drivers will also provide feedback and report problems with any assigned shuttle routes or passengers. Drivers will complete mandated DoT documentation each shift in compliance with regulations and University procedures.

A successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to relate to all members of the Creighton community and a desire to help others. Additionally, the candidate should be a self-motivated person who can work independently with little supervision.

• Operate shuttle buses on assigned fixed routes, on-demand services, or assigned trips.
• Complete mandated DoT documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and re-fuel vehicles.

The primary shift for this position is 6:00 am – 2:00 pm; Monday – Friday. Other hours and days may be requested as needs arise. This position is a full-time (40 hours/week), 10 month, Benefit Eligible Position. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of relevant driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to adeptly and safely operate a variety of University vehicles, including passenger vans and shuttle buses.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing.
• Interpersonal/human relation skills and ability to work with a diverse group of customers.
• Knowledge and familiarity of Department of Transportation (DoT) safety standards and regulations.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office products, including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work outside in variable environmental conditions, including inclement weather, for extended periods of time.
• Willingness to be available or on-call on a rotational schedule and to work overtime as needed to support University operational requirements.

Licenses/Certifications:

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.

Must have a clean driving record for the last 3 years and no major violations within the last 5 years.

Change the World From Here

AAP/EEO Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice. 

Read Full Description