Recreation Program Driver (Seasonal)

The City of Concord is seeking experienced drivers to transport participants for the City's Summer Day Camp in the Recreation Services Department. 

The Day Camp Programs:
These programs provide a safe and supervised place for children and teens to make new friends, engage in a variety of daily camp activities, and explore a new Bay Area location each week on a field trip.

The East Bay Explorers Day Camp is for youth 11 to 14 years old. It is located at Willow Pass Community Center at 2748 East Olivera Road in Concord, CA.

• Staff training is offered at various dates and times between June 2 - June 8, 2025
• Camp runs from June 9 - August 1, 2025

The Backyard Explorers Day Camp is for children in kindergarten through 5th grade.  It is located at Markham Nature Park at 3915 Cowell Road in Concord, CA.

• Staff training is offered at various dates and times between June 2 - June 8, 2025
• Camp runs from June 9 - August 1, 2025

Combined work hours for both programs may vary between 8:00AM - 6:30PM, Monday through Friday.  Hours vary based on scheduled events but will typically not exceed 8 hours per trip or approximately 25 hours per week.

What you will be doing:
Under supervision, the Recreation Program Driver will provide non-emergency day transportation for participants and staff to various locations throughout the Bay Area. Drivers are required to complete pre- and post-drive safety checks, comply with all traffic laws and City policy, participate in trainings and interact with staff, participants and their families in a professional and compassionate manner.  

The Recreation Program Driver position is part time, limited service. Hours may vary based on scheduled events. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is experienced driving a 10-passenger van and a 30 passenger bus with a valid class A or B license with passenger endorsement.
• Can safely transport youth and teens while providing superior, friendly customer service and superb customer service skills.
• Has excellent communication skills, especially with seniors, parents, staff and vendors.
• Has excellent time management skills.

1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses, online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs. Please attach copies of relevant certificates to your application.
2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to interview.
3. Successful candidates will be provided a conditional offer of employment and must clear DOJ livescan, DMV history check, TB testing, and drug testing.

Conviction History and DMV History: 
If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). You will also be required to authorize access to your California DMV history report.  The resulting reports of your conviction and driving history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord.  

• Safely transport riders to and from assigned locations, while complying with any and all traffic laws and regulations, state laws and regulations, and City policies, procedures and best practices.  
• Communicate with supervisor to receive and verify instructions.
• Report any delays.
• Implement safe and efficient operating of vehicle carrying up to 30 passengers.
• Conduct and log pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Safely and efficiently load and unload all passengers.
• Ensure that passengers are wearing their seat belts.
• Work cooperatively with program staff.
• Handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Maintain an impeccably clean vehicle.
• Complete monthly report to reconcile expenses for parking and other trip needs.
• Report participant, vehicle, or driver accidents/incidents in a timely manner, and accurately on the proper forms.
• Complete bi-weekly timecards in computerized system.
• Prompt and proper handling when vehicle maintenance issues arise.

Knowledge of:

• Routine vehicle maintenance requirements including hydraulic controls, hydraulic and hydraulic brake systems, and electronic ignition systems.  
• Safe driving practices.  
• Traffic laws of the State of California Principles and methods of preventive maintenance. 
• Safe work practices and procedures.  

Ability to:

• Safely drive a transit size bus in a variety of weather conditions and locations.
• Push, pull, lift, bend/stoop, twist, squat, kneel for wheelchair loading, and sit for prolonged periods to drive.
• Must be able to work the maximum hours allowed under DOT Hours of Service Regulations on various shifts/days of the week, while maintaining outstanding attendance. 
• Read, write and speak English sufficiently to converse with staff, campers and parents.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: A minimum of one year of commercial driving experience preferred. Must have wheelchair lift loading experience.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid Class A or B CDL with Passenger Endorsement for at least 30 passengers.Must be able to clear TB test and DOJ fingerprint clearance. 
 
A clean DMV driving history is a requirement of initial and continued employment.  This position is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to random DOT drug testing.

EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or hrdept@cityofconcord.org prior to the final filing date.

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION OR THE SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM:

• Angela Freitag, Recreation Program Coordinator at 925-671-3118 or angela.freitag@cityofconcord.org

Salary : $22 - $27