What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator position at Hamilton College?
The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for developing, monitoring, coordinating and implementing the college-wide transportation scheduling for students’ needs (other than varsity athletics). Reporting to the Director of Campus Safety, the Transportation Coordinator supervises full-time and part-time transportation employees, including students who operate college owned, leased and rented passenger vehicles. Responsible for education, training and evaluation of prospective student operators. Distributes and tracks parking permits sold and / or given to staff, faculty and students. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing alternative transportation as needed, developing and presenting safety education programs to students, faculty and staff when necessary.
This is a full-time, nonexempt position with a pay range of $24.00 - $27.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
Reviews, approves and revises transportation requests to ensure efficiency and to reduce costs. Maintains student operators' accountability throughout the College. Conducts vehicle inspections, maintenance, assesses training needs and schedules for appropriate action.
Leads, directs, guides and monitors the work of van and relief operators. Responds to requests for assistance by troubleshooting and providing solutions to driver-related issues. Orients staff and students to department policies and procedures.
Resolves operational challenges related to vehicle, shuttles and sale of parking permits. Investigates situations and complaints, and recommends solutions to reach resolution of issues relating to transportation
Aids in the planning, research, development and implementation of department policies and procedures
Develops, maintains and instructs a Vehicle Safety and Certification Program for all students who will utilize any College owned, leased or rented vehicle
Collects, analyzes and reports statistical data regarding the operation of department vehicles; plans recommendations for the department based on any data received
Submits information to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to complete motor vehicle record checks on all students who will operate College owned, leased or rented vehicles; maintains records on all student operators
Maintains records on vehicles' maintenance, registrations, and inspections. Coordinates with Facilities Management to have required services completed
Perform other related duties as assigned
High School diploma or equivalent
Two years of college level coursework in any of the following areas : public administration, business administration, urban or transportation planning or another related field
Three years of parking and / or transportation experience, one of which must be in a key administrative support role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge in alternative transportation options
Ability to provide and implement excellent customer service standards and principles
Knowledge of current local, state and federal rules and regulations as pertains to transportation issues
Knowledge of departmental processes and procedures
Ability to work both independently and as a team
Leading, training and coordinating the work of others, including students, in a team environment
Strong computer base knowledge, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal, written, organizational and typing skills; effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Familiarity with organizing and maintaining records, working with parking system equipment and software
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and changing environment; remaining calm in difficult situations
Maintain effective working relationships
Evaluate the needs of customers and create effective schedules to optimize customer ridership
Effectively evaluate situations or issues as they arise and develop sound, working solutions
Meet expectations of the College regarding customer service
Perform the above assigned tasks in an efficient and accurate manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Actively participate in building our diverse, inclusive and equitable campus community
Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Hamilton College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity in all of its forms and a wide array of cultural experiences as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.
Salary : $24 - $27