What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Services III - Driver position at Harris County?
About the Department Services:
The Residential Services Division consists of a Juvenile Detention Center and two post-adjudicated facilities. The facilities house youth who are awaiting court and youth who are placed into the department’s custody by the juvenile courts. The facilities provide direct care and supervision for all youth placed with the department along with providing mental health and behavioral treatment programs.
About the Position:
The Staff Services III - Driver is responsible for operating the shuttle from the parking lot to the job site. The safety of passengers is the prime responsibility of this position. The driver must gain familiarity with the route. This position is considered an essential position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drives county vehicle to operate shuttle service, transporting Juvenile Probation employees to and from Juvenile Justice Center and county parking lot.
- Other duties assigned by a Supervisor.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 80%.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
- At least one (1) year transportation/driver experience.
Licensure:
- Valid Texas driver's license.
- Safe driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Transport employees in a safe and timely manner and adhere to traffic laws and maintain a good driving record.
- Should be prompt/adhering to driving schedule.
- Must be punctual and possess good time management skills.
- Be courteous and polite to diverse groups; foster teamwork.
- Project exemplary customer service to staff.
- Patience is necessary when dealing with heavy traffic and rude riders.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Also requires the ability to demonstrate proficient use of the personal computer and must pass the clerical exam with a score of at least 80%.
Additional Requirements:
- Upon receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
- All applicants must provide evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test. If the attest result is positive, additional documentation will be required.
- All employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, as well as testing based on reasonable suspicion that the employee may be under the influence of a substance prohibited by the county’s drug and alcohol policy during the course and scope of employment.
- In the event of a public emergency declared by the county, staff may be assigned to other duties, facilities, or departments under the supervision of another county department.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
- Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license and maintain liability insurance coverage at least equal to the minimum amounts required by law.
- Certified copies of educational transcripts and/or college credits will be required during the hiring process.
- This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test
- Click the above link to the HRT Clerical Skills Test registration page.
- Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing.
- You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours.
- You will have no more than 5 business days to access and complete testing.
- Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application.
- The test may be taken once every 30 days.
- Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months.
About Harris County Juvenile Probation (HCJPD)
The Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) provides supervision and services to youth between the ages of 10 and 17, who are under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Court. HCJPD is the largest juvenile probation department in Texas with approximately 1,100 employees and over 3,500 youth referred to the department annually. HCJPD programs and services operate under the direction of the Harris County Juvenile Board. The Administration building is located in Downtown Houston, Texas, with several field offices throughout the County and three secure residential facilities.
Make an impact: Working for HCJPD gives you the opportunity to continue to serve your community and be a positive role model for young people. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can make a positive impact.
Professional Growth: We are committed to growing the capabilities of our staff. We are building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our employees are Juvenile Justice Practitioners who share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth.
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department - Be an Agent of Change:
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
- Typical workdays are Monday - Friday | Operating one of two eight (8) hour shifts:
- 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM and/or 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- Weekends if necessary.
- Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.
- $20.70 - $26.28 Hourly
- Depends on Qualifications
- Based on 26 Pay Periods
- Plus, benefits
Open Position Location:
1200 Congress St, Houston, TX 77002
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $21 - $26
