Transportation Coordinator

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Transportation Coordinator!

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is seeking to add a Transportation Coordinator to our Facilities Management Department! In this role, you will coordinate transportation for agency programs while ensuring safe and reliable travel for the people we support. You will design and maintain efficient bus and van routes, supervise and train drivers and monitors, and assist with driving routes when needed.

This position requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of transportation safety practices, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams to ensure transportation runs smoothly and safely.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Director of Facilities Management to coordinate all program transportation needs, including creating and maintaining bus and van routes and schedules
• Supervise and train drivers and transportation monitors
• Serve as a liaison between transportation staff and the Director of Facilities Management to address questions, issues, and daily coordination needs
• Fill in and drive bus or van routes when drivers are unavailable
• Train drivers preparing to obtain their CDL license
• Ensure all program transportation vehicles are clean, disinfected, and well maintained both inside and out
• Assist with coordinating transportation services with third-party transportation providers when necessary
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with all agency policies, NYS driving regulations, and transportation safety standards
• Maintain required records and reports related to transportation operations

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid, clean NYS CDL Class B license with passenger endorsement
• Ability to meet NYS DMV 19-A regulations, including passing the required physical
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work flexible schedules which may include evenings or weekends when necessary
• Adequate manual dexterity and ability to sit or stand for extended periods

PAY & PERKS:

The pay rate for this position is $26.50/hr, with overtime available based on transportation needs. Your journey toward making a difference begins here!

This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week. Additional hours and overtime may be required to support agency transportation operations and ensure reliable service for the people we support.

Additionally, we offer superb benefits and perks, including:

• A comprehensive benefit package

• Generous paid time off

• Paid training

• Opportunities to grow within the organization

If you want a rewarding career with the ability to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, apply today!

WHAT SETS US APART:

Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.

The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives!

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.