Bus Driver

Location:  The Salvation Army Kroc Center, Biloxi, MS

About this opportunity:

Drives a Salvation Army bus in order to transport passengers to and from Salvation Army activities.

Performs other related work as required. which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Key responsibilities:

• Provides transportation for members or guests to and from the Corps and/or Community Center.
• Provides transportation for children to and from afternoon activities.
• Provides transportation for children to and from day camp and during day camp trips.
• Provides transportation for groups for summer camp.
• Picks-up and delivers miscellaneous items as needed.
• Drives carefully and observes/complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.
• Parks bus in a safe and clearly marked parking space.
• Locks bus doors when bus is not in use.
• Fuels bus in accordance with state gasoline regulations and The Salvation Army standards.
• Logs all mileage on standard forms; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Arrives at destination according to schedule or telephones ahead when severe delays occur.
• Maintains control of passenger activities by prohibiting unsafe or non-Christian behavior.
• Drives Salvation Army vehicle(s) to deliver and collect kettles and supplies to kettle locations and workers.

What we are looking for in you:

High School Diploma or G.E.D., and two years of experience operating a bus, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to observe children and ensure their safety.

Ability to drive a bus or other vehicle in heavy traffic and extended trips.

Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work involves driving a bus or other vehicle where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with long distance trips or heavy traffic.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Passionate
• Compassionate
• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

Licenses and Certifications: Valid Commercial Driver’s License

Additional Information:  Position is seasonal – May through July; 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period:  February 12, 2025 – April 4, 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!