Van Driver, Chester Children's Chorus (CCC)

Job no : 494976

Work type : Part Time

Location : Swarthmore

Categories : Staff

Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.

The Van Driver will provide reliable transportation between Chester and Swarthmore for children who take part in the Chester Children's Chorus program.

The pay for this position is $18.50 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.

Essential Responsibilities :

Tasks performed include ensuring the safety of passengers, accounting for all children at pick-up and drop-off points, assuring children’s orderly behavior, and enforcing all motor vehicle safety laws.

Additional Responsibilities :

Drivers may be asked to drive for special concerts or appearances.

Required Qualifications :

Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience, skills and interest in working with children is essential. Must be able to work independently and make mature decisions in unanticipated situations. Must have a valid driver's license and pass criminal, child abuse, and driving background checks. Must be at least 25 years old to meet insurance requirements of rental agencies.

Preferred Qualifications :

Van driving experience not essential, but it is preferred.

We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role!

The pay for this position is $20.00 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.

Act 153 Clearance Required by Position

This position may regularly interact with minors. Under Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law, (23 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§6301, et seq.) employees who have direct contact with minors are required to obtain the following background clearances prior to the start of employment :

Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) through the Pennsylvania State Police

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA) through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

FBI Criminal History Background Check (FBI Fingerprint).

MVR Clearance Required by Position

Due to operating a College owned motor vehicle while performing essential job responsibilities for this position, a motor vehicle report (MVR) clearance is required prior to the start of employment.

Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Advertised : Aug 04 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close : Open until filled

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