Job Description

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Closing Date:

06/23/2026

Type of Position:

Parking and Transportation

No

Job Type:

Regular

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Transit Admin

https://parking.uark.edu/

of Job Duties:

The Training Manager is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive training programs for Razorback Transit. This position provides training for all newly hired employees and manages continuing education, refresher training, and remedial training for all employees to ensure safe, compliant, and effective public transit operations. Responsibilities include developing engaging training curricula for all aspects of public transit, including fixed-route operations, paratransit service, customer service, safety procedures, regulatory compliance, vehicle familiarization, route knowledge, and operational best practices.

This position maintains all records related to driver qualification, employee training, route training, remedial instruction, and compliance documentation. The position manages and oversees the Route Training and Evaluation Program and ensures that all applicable drivers meet Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements. The Training Manager may serve as or assists in the role of Behind-the-Wheel Trainer and may assist in conducting accident and incident investigations, including identifying training-related corrective actions when appropriate.

This position supports Razorback Transit leadership by monitoring training effectiveness, maintaining accurate training and qualification records, and ensuring employees are prepared to perform their duties in accordance with departmental standards, University requirements, and applicable federal and state transportation regulations. This position requires a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of the hire date.

Regular, non-disruptive, and reliable attendance is an essential job duty, as well as the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of the date of hire
• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in transportation operations
• At least two years of supervisory experience
• At least two years of experience in instructor-led training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• At least five years of experience in instructor led training
• At least five years of supervisory experience
• Proven experience working/training in a field regulated by the Federal Department of Transportation, FTA, FAA, FMCSA, or similar
• Education or background developing engaging and effective training curricula
• CPR and First Aid Instructor certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Instructional Design to create engaging and measurable outcomes. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial transportation vehicles
• Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and DOT/CDL/ELDT regulations
• Knowledge of Federal Transit Administrations Regulations
• Ability to train employees on an individual basis and in a group setting
• Comfortable and confident with public speaking and presenting
• Ability to integrate and use technology in a training environment
• Experienced and proficient with the use of technology in daily tasks and workplace operations
• Ability to perform routine tasks and to understand and follow oral and written instruction
• Ability to work independently without close supervision and to make sure tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Self-motivated, self-starting, and able to complete assigned responsibilities with minimal direction
• Ability to exercise excellent customer service skills
• Ability to be successful in a diverse working environment
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Razorback Transit Career, Rtcareer@uark.edu

$67,909.00 - $90,000.00 Commensurate with education and experience

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

Caitlin Hughes, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, cmmitche@uark.edu; Troy Vela, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, tvela1@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload a copy of U.S Driver's License.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes