Van Driver, Part Time (Selective Language Certification - Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin) (Continuous)



Job Details

Van Driver, Part Time (Selective Language Certification - Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin) (Continuous)
Employer

City of Oakland

Salary

$33,696.00 - $41,308.80 Annually

Location

Oakland, CA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

18-TR192-03SC

Department

Oakland Parks & Recreation Department

Opening Date

03/19/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

The Position

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill several Van Driver, Part Time vacancies within Oakland Parks, Recreation and Youth Development.  Work schedule includes irregular hours and weekends.

Under general direction, incumbents perform vehicle inspections and complete vehicle logs; pick up and drop off program participants at sites, centers and other off-site locations; deliver departmental supplies and equipment; prepare required daily reports; and perform related duties as assigned.

*REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION: A current (within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout of the last three (3) years driving record must be scanned and attached to your online employment application.  DMV printout must list possession of current, valid Class B license with "passenger endorsement".  Applications without this required document will not be considered further.

SELECTIVE LANGUAGE CERTIFICATION: This is a public contact position.  The current vacancy requires bilingual skills in Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin.  The eligible list for this recruitment will also be used to fill vacancies that do not require bilingual skills. 


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Examples of Duties

  • Operate vehicles exceeding 26,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating, vehicles with 3 or more axles weighing 6,000 lbs. or more, or buses/vans carrying more than 10 passengers including the driver.
  • Pick up and drop off program participants at program sites, centers and other field-trip locations.
  • Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections.
  • Fuel vehicles.
  • Clean, maintain, check and inspect City vehicles; deliver vehicles for upkeep and repair as needed.
  • Plan and organize routes for trips, excursions and/or tours.
  • Refer phone calls and/or concerns regarding driving arrangements and deliveries to appropriate staff.
  • Report all incidents as they relate to passengers.
  • Load, deliver and unload departmental supplies and equipment to sites, centers and other locations.
  • Assist disabled individuals with entering and exiting the vehicle and ensure that all passengers are utilizing necessary safety devices such as seatbelts, car seats, etc.
  • Maintain logs and prepare daily reports for submission to supervisor.
  • Complete accident and injury reports as appropriate and prepare claims for damage to City property.

Minimum Requirements for Application

Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable.
 
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.  
 
Experience:
One year of experience driving automobiles/vehicles. 
 
Knowledge of:
  • City of Oakland geography.
  • Parks and Recreation facilities locations.
  • Basic mathematics.
  • Recordkeeping and reports.
  • Safe work practices.
  • Customer service.
  • City rules, policies and procedures.
Ability to:
  • Drive a commercial passenger vehicle and/or bus.
  • Perform vehicle inspections.
  • Keep records and prepare reports.
  • Follow oral and written instructions.
  • Be comfortable around young children, youth and adults.
  • Use a calculator and computer if necessary.  
  • Provide safety briefings for passengers and maintain a safe environment while driving.
  • Be punctual.
  • Follow accident/incident report procedures.
  • Read maps and use on-line direction programs.
  • Respond effectively and safely in the event of a vehicle malfunction or accident.
  • Safely operate a wheelchair lift.
  • Safely lift up to fifty (50) lbs.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with community members, employees, and others contacted in the performance of required duties.
Other Requirements:

A  current (within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout of the last three (3) years driving record must be scanned and attached to your online employment application.  DMV printout must list possession of current, valid Class B license with "passenger endorsement".  Applications without this required document will not be considered further.


Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License with "passenger endorsement" throughout the tenure of employment and will be required to participate in the City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Incumbents may be required to possess and maintain an "air brake endorsement" if assigned to drive commercial vehicles with air braking systems.

Must obtain Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates within 90 days of employment. Possession of one or both certifications prior to being appointed is highly desirable.
 
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

Supplemental Information

The Selection Process
 
Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant employment application, a current (within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout of the last three years driving record (DMV printout must list possession of current, valid Class B license with "passenger endorsement") and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration.

Stage II: The second stage will consist of forwarding the hiring list of qualified candidates to the department be further considered.  

The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
 
How to Apply
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least an hour to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:  http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm

If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also work stations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Work stations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). 
 
Our on-line application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
 
You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department at (510) 238-3112 for information.

Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration.
 
The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer.

Employee Benefits Information

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01
REQUIRED DOCUMENT: Applicants MUST scan and attach a current (within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout of the last three (3) years driving record in order for the application to be considered complete. DMV printout must list possession of current, valid Class B license with "passenger endorsement". Applications without this required document will not be considered further. Did you scan and attach a current copy of your Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout for the last 3 years driving record to your application?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included with the application?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have at least one year of experience driving automobiles/vehicles?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Do you possess or will you be able to obtain Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificates within 90 days of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have a valid Class B California Driver's License with "Passenger Endorsement"?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Please describe the type of automobile(s) or vehicle(s) that you have driven, including the amount of experience driving each type(s).
09
This recruitment is being announced in accordance with Section 5.03 of the Civil Service Rules which states eligible candidates whose names are certified to the hiring authority shall be the highest ranking candidates willing to accept employment and who possess the and who posess the skills required as part of this announcement. Positions filled through this recruitment may require bilingual skills in the following languages: Spanish, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Please note, identified bilingual skills will be tested prior to a final offer of employment. In addition, applicants may be screened for language skills when appearing for a written exam or oral board interview. Identify the language(s) for which you have bilingual conversational proficiency. If you do not have bilingual conversational proficiency in any of the identified languages, check the appropriate box.
  • Spanish
  • Cantonese
  • Mandarin
  • Vietnamese
  • I do not have bilingual conversational proficiency in any of the identified languages, but I am still interested in the position.

* Required Question

Employer
City of Oakland
Address
150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza - 2nd Floor

Oakland, California, 94612
Phone
(510) 238-3112

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