Mini-Bus Coordinator

Mini-Bus Coordinator

Salary - $41.40 hourly/$75,352 annually (35 hours weekly)

This position has a 9-step hourly salary range ($41.40 to $51.84)

The incumbent chosen for this position will plan, organize, administer and supervise the Mini-Bus Transportation Program for the Town's senior and medically eligible population. Supervise and schedule drivers, set up appointments for riders, receive and transmit dispatch calls to drivers, and drive a minibus as needed. Prepare and handle reports and payroll for the department. Prepare and administer grants; process billing and collection of mini-bus fees; assist with preparing the budget for the Minibus Transportation Program. May supervise/escort senior day or overnight trips. Maintain and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control. Serves as website coordinator in charge of publishing and maintaining content for the Senior Services Office. Manages social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram). Create brochures, posters, flyers, advertisements and other promotional materials. Uses a variety of online and social media tools to facilitate community relations and citizen engagement.

• Administers, supervises and manages the Mini-Bus Transportation Program, including the scheduling of staff, scheduling client pickups, dispatching of drivers for pickups based on calls received, answering questions concerning policies, conflict resolution; inspects buses; prepares reports of trips taken, clients served (including those who use assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers and canes), and fuel consumption.
• Drives mini-bus or other town vehicles, as needed.
• Applies for and administers grants for transportation programs.
• Prepares department payroll, as needed.
• Orders department uniforms and other supplies for transportation program; assists with ordering of supplies for the Senior Services Department.
• Prepares articles for the senior center newsletter.
• Processes invoices for transportation program (i.e., radio service, supplies and uniforms).
• Assists with duties of administrative staff as necessary (i.e., meals on wheels program, senior lunch program, and class and event registrations).
• Assists with budget information from the mini-bus division.
• May supervise/escort day or overnight trips and excursions to ensure safety and wellbeing of participants.
• Plans the weekend "mini-bus" trips/events.
• Submits both oral and written reports to town officials and state agencies as necessary.
• Serves as liaison to various committees; attends regional transportation meetings.
• Serves as department website coordinator to publish and maintain content for the Senior Services Department.
• Assists with the bi-weekly food share distribution; assists with monthly food share box distributions and assists with recruiting food share volunteers.
• Manages social media platforms (i.e. Facebook and Instagram).
• Creates brochures, posters, flyers, advertisement and other promotional materials.
• Uses a variety of online and social media tools to facilitate community relations and citizen engagement; including setting up Zoom links for classes as needed.

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development. Maintains knowledge of senior transportation services programs.
• Assists other department staff members as necessary to promote a team effort in serving the public.

Associate's degree in gerontology, business administration, social work or related degree from an accredited college or program and have two (2) years of experience in senior service agencies or related work experience, including two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferably in a union environment, or any equivalent combination of education, training and work experience. Must have and maintain a valid: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement; along with one of the following endorsements: V, A, or F. Must submit to CDL drug testing regulations. Must complete SERVESAFE training (food safety) and acquire a SERVESAFE certification. Must have general knowledge and ability to manage social media platforms and technology applications, such as flyers, advertisement and other promotional outlets.

All appointments and promotions shall be made according to merit and fitness for performing the functions of the position, including factors such as education, experience, aptitude, knowledge, character, ethics, or other qualifications that would determine the best candidate for the position. Examinations may include written, oral, physical, or performance tests or any combination of the various types of examinations. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results on a background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening and verification of information on the employment application.

Applications
To apply visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bloomfieldct or applications may be obtained from the Department of Human Resources, 800 Bloomfield Ave., Bloomfield, CT and must be submitted to Human Resources along with a resume, cover letterand alegible copy of a valid Commercial Driver's License no later than Tuesday, February 12, 2025.
Town of Bloomfield is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities, women & persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Persons with a disability who may need this information in an alternative format or who may need accommodations during the testing procedure should contact HR Department at 860-769-3544 or at rmatias@bloomfieldct.gov.