Substitute Van Driver - Mansfield, United States - Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT

    Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT
    Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT Mansfield, United States

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    Description
    Position Type:
    Town of Mansfield/Van Driver

    Date Posted:
    9/28/2023

    Location:
    Mansfield Senior Center

    Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled
    TOWN OF MANSFIELD
    Position Announcement
    Substitute Van Driver - Part-Time


    The Opportunity
    The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut is seeking substitute van drivers for our Senior Center Transportation Program. Drivers transport residents in our 10 or 12 passenger Senior Center vans. Samples of driving duties include: shopping trips; rides to area services; recreational outings; medical appointments.

    About Us
    The Mansfield Senior Center provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to meet the diverse and ever-changing needs of seniors in our community. We strive to support Seniors in our community by providing an open and accepting atmosphere, creating and providing ongoing opportunities for lifelong learning, encouraging and supporting independence and promoting interconnectedness and civic engagement within our community

    The Senior Center is a part of the larger Human Services Department which promotes independence, personal enrichment and an enhanced quality of life for Mansfield residents of all ages through a variety of programs and services. Through shared values of advocacy, collaboration, education, inclusivity, and service, the Human Services Department promotes individual resiliency and community connectedness.

    Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in the Northeastern portion of the state, better known as Connecticut's Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Home to the University of Connecticut, Mansfield offers the unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - ), suburban, and rural living in a university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield is a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.

    Work Schedule
    Substitute van drivers are utilized on an as needed or on-call basis. Driving usually occurs Monday- Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, however we do have occasional recreational trips on weekends and evenings. This position is part-time, up to 19 hours per week.

    The work location is the Mansfield Senior Center, 303 Maple Road, Mansfield, CT 06268.

    Compensation
    The salary range for the position is $17.00-$21.00 per hour. There are no benefits associated with this part-time position.

    Minimum Training and Experience
    Candidates must hold and maintain a public service license or commercial driver's license.

    How to Apply
    The position(s) is open until filled. Candidates may apply at:

    The preferred candidate will be subject to a background check.

    The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.

    Attachment(s):
    • Senior Center Van