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Departmental Assistant (Transportation)

  • 508665
  • Amherst, Massachusetts, United States
  • Non-Benefited
  • On Site
  • Part Time
  • Transportation

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  • Temporary/Non-Benefited
  • Opening on: Apr 7 2026
  • Closing on: Oct 31 2026

Title: Departmental Assistant (Transportation)

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Transportation Services

Department: Transportation Services

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Part Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

 

Job Summary

To provide safe, excellent, and courteous bus service to the public. 

 

Essential Functions

Operate a 35- and 40-foot transit bus. 

Communicate clearly over a 2-way radio system. 

Follow detailed route schedules during driving shifts. 

Perform complete pre-trip vehicle inspection as per Federal and State Motor Carrier Safety Acts and fill in appropriate reports. 

Safely and efficiently transport passengers to and from their destination. 

Perform all necessary reporting requirements, as necessary. 

Adhere to all driving and work schedules, UMass Transit work rules and obey rules of the road.

Attend driver’s safety meetings, passenger relations course, sensitivity training and read weekly newsletters and information boards. 

Perform all tasks as required by supervisor. 

 

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years and hold a valid Massachusetts CDL license with passenger and air brake endorsements. 

Must be able to pass a medical exam and drug screen as per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act. 

Must be able to work under stressful conditions, demonstrate good judgement and possess mature and responsible attitudes. 

 

Additional Details

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

 

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

 

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Schedule varies based on department needs. 

 

Salary Information

Hourly Rate: 17.50

 

 

Special Instructions for Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

 

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.

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