Job Description

At Samaritas, we ask you to join us - to "Be The Rock That Starts The RippleaEUR?. A ripple of transformation in the individual lives of the 15,000 people we help each year, and a ripple of positive change throughout our community. Our team is growing at Samaritas! We are seeking more Rocks to join our team. We are always looking for additional employees who want to make a big impact and have a lot of fun doing so as part of an enthusiastic, collaborative team. We want you to be our rock! Samaritas, one of the stateaEUR(TM)s largest faith-based nonprofits, has been sending ripples of positive change into Michigan communities since 1934. Prior to 2016, Samaritas operated as Lutheran Social Services of Michigan. Samaritas provides a continuum of care to all in need with approximately 70 different programs in 40 different locations in Michigan. We believe in diversity and inclusion, for the people we serve and the people we employ. Employing nearly 2,000 employees in opportunities ranging from direct service to management in MichiganaEUR(TM)s Lower Peninsula, we hope that you will consider joining the Samaritas team and help work in making a difference in communities across Michigan. We walk with people in need, offering hope and compassion while upholding their dignity, advocating for equality and justice, and seeking creative solutions with those who place their trust in us.

Coordinates and schedules transportation needs for the Refugee program(s) by organizing transportation for clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and coordinate the weekly transportation schedule for clients and rearrange when necessary. Plan and coordinate efficient vehicle routes and ensure drivers adhere to the schedule. Maintain vehicle cleanliness, interior and exterior. Maintain/ensure a minimum of one-quarter tank of gas in vehicle at all times. Document and investigate any transportation challenges and identify possible solutions. Monitor vehicle maintenance and performance through regularly scheduled inspections and service repair. Report safety and maintenance concerns to supervisor. Coordinate maintenance schedules with automobile service departments. Manage and maintain accurate vehicle records and records of vehicle inventory. Initiate or provide payment of eligible expenses of funds for transportation. Monitor transportation expenses and make suggestions to reduce costs and to improve quality of service. Drive company vehicle when needed for added/last minute transportation. Attend weekly transportation meetings. Perform any reasonable task assigned by strategic team members and/or manager.

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Experience

Prior experience driving a bus or van. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Chauffeur's license preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state traffic laws. Ability of speak, read and write English; bilingual in language of persons served preferred. Ability to write legibly and accurately. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and willingness to work with vulnerable and/or culturally diverse persons. Ability of professionally and cooperatively work with staff, management, family members and the general public. Possess basic knowledge of ability to perform minor vehicle maintenance tasks.

Additional Work Requirements

Automobile travel required. Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record. Reliable personal automobile with valid proof of automobile insurance.

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