Starting at $17/hr

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Transportation Specialist operates a Boys Town vehicle to transport youth, clients, and staff to designated locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES:

Transports youth, clients, and staff in company vehicle.
- Coordinates and completes assigned transportation responsibilities according to regular schedule.
- Ensures proper vehicle maintenance to maintain safety standards, and maintains cleanliness on transportation vehicle.
- Monitors and supervises the appropriateness of youth behaviors providing corrections as needed; ensures that passengers wear a seatbelt properly.
- Communicates with appropriate staff members regarding individual youth needs and progress.
- Administers appropriate first aid in the event of an accident.
Serves as a role model in carrying out the Father Flanagan's Boys' Home mission.
- Directs all activities towards the fulfillment of the Boys Town mission
- Directs all actions to reflect the values and principles of Boys Town
- Establishes and maintains an environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and ethical behavior
- Maintains regular, reliable and predictable attendance
- Supports other members of the management team and their work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of vehicle and driver safety guidelines and regulations.
Ability to safely navigate a vehicle in all weather and road conditions during the day and at night.
Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner.
Knowledge of the Boys Town Model.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or equivalent. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Previous experience including driving preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND EQUIPMENT USAGE:

Position requires little to moderate physical activity driving a vehicle. Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions and may be exposed to fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Duties are performed in a confined environment and may range from highly stressful and potentially aggressive (physical interventions, escorts, etc.) to casual and leisurely, in both indoor and outdoor settings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to weather and hazardous road conditions.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.