Posting number: PG110-1125
Department: Community and Library Services Department
Job classification: Part Time / Temporary Positions in Pay Range 112
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Services
The Community & Library Services Department is seeking a part-time driver for our Senior Services division. The Ideal candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills. The incumbent will have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people. Shifts are typically between the hours of 7 AM and 4 PM, with occasional Saturday or evenings required for special events or trainings. The ideal candidate would be available to work at least two days a week.
Note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close once the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received.
Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1– June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS retired annuitants.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of works performed within this job assignment. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
Knowledge of: City and departmental policies and procedures; City geography; transportation routes; safe driving practices; California Vehicle Code; vehicle preventative maintenance; customer service methods and practices; senior program services; Mobile Data Terminals and GPS used for drivers manifests and communication.
Ability to: Operate a motor vehicle and drive in a safe and efficient manner; read and follow street maps and GPS; plan and adhere to route schedules; exercise good judgement and take effective action in responding to emergency situations; safely lift and move heavy objects; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively with clients, volunteers and staff; willingness and patience to work with older adults and persons with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively with others; and deliver quality customer service; properly secure mobility devices such as wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and personal shopping carts.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
Experience: Three (3) years of related experience. One (1) year of social service experience is desirable. Experience in working with older adults or people with disabilities is highly desirable.
Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid Class B California driver's at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Will be required to obtain a passenger endorsement within six (6) months of appointment.
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle.
Positions in this classification are deemed safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.
The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000 residents, Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City USA” due to its abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in California. With more than 8 miles of uninterrupted beach along the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor population of over 11 million people, especially during the summer, special events and weekends.
Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/ City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven members who are elected at large, on a non-partisan basis, to four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to two consecutive 4-year terms. There are three elected department heads - the City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer. The position of Mayor is filled on a rotating basis.
The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 11 major departments, including Administrative Services, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, City Treasurer, Community Development, Community & Library Services, Finance, Fire, Police, and Public Works.
The City has approximately 1,600 full and part-time employees and a total budget of approximately $345 Million
