Driver/Motor Coach Operator (Contingent II)

Responsibilities: Transportation Operations Operates motor coaches, shuttle buses, vans, and other University-owned passenger vehicles in accordance with assigned routes, schedules, and established safety procedures. Provides transportation for students, faculty, staff, administrators, athletic teams, campus visitors, and University-sponsored activities. Safely loads and unloads passengers, luggage, equipment, and materials while ensuring passenger comfort and safety. Operates vehicles in compliance with all applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT), State of Maryland, University System of Maryland, and Bowie State University regulations. Maintains awareness of road conditions, traffic patterns, and weather conditions to ensure safe vehicle operation. Utilizes transportation scheduling systems and other departmental technology to receive assignments and document transportation activities. Safety, Compliance & Fleet Readiness Performs required pre-trip, and post-trip inspections and immediately reports mechanical defects, safety concerns, or maintenance issues. Performs basic preventative maintenance checks to ensure vehicles remain in safe operating condition. Maintains vehicle cleanliness by washing, sanitizing, fueling, and preparing assigned vehicles for daily operation. Performs routine cleaning and sanitation of bus restrooms, including disinfecting fixtures, restocking supplies, and disposing of waste properly. Coordinates and documents scheduled maintenance, inspections, emissions testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities. Completes accurate mileage logs, fuel reports, vehicle inspection reports, maintenance records, and incident reports. Responds appropriately to accidents, emergencies, or service interruptions while following established University procedures. Promotes and maintains a safe environment for passengers by following defensive driving practices and enforcing transportation safety policies.

Minimum Qualifications: Required: Valid Maryland Commercial Class B driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions. High School Diploma or GED. Two (2) years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles or providing professional transportation services preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of commercial passenger vehicle operation and preventative maintenance practices. Knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, State of Maryland, and University transportation regulations. Ability to safely operate commercial passenger vehicles in varying traffic, weather, and road conditions. Ability to identify, document, and report vehicle maintenance concerns. Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment and remain calm during emergencies. Ability to accurately complete required reports and documentation. Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism and accountability. Commitment to safety, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.

Conditions of Employment: Must maintain a valid Maryland Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement and an acceptable driving record throughout employment. Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in accordance with FMCSA regulations, State of Maryland requirements, and University policy. Candidates may be required to successfully complete medical examinations or inquiries to determine their ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Must maintain all required certifications, training, and licenses throughout employment. Continued employment is contingent upon compliance with all applicable federal, state, University, and departmental transportation policies and safety standards. Available for shifts during weekends, early mornings, late nights and overnights as needed.

Additional Job Information: Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students. Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program. The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business. In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.