Route Driver- CREATING POOL OF APPLICANTS FOR ANTICIPATED OPENINGS

Position Details

Position Title

Route Driver

Position Number

Working Position Title

Route Driver- CREATING POOL OF APPLICANTS FOR ANTICIPATED OPENINGS

Posting Type

Civil Service

FTE

Representation

Department

Human Resource Services

Primary Function

Employees in this series perform work related to incoming and outgoing shipments to and from a central receiving facility. They load and unload shipments, package and label materials, and maintain records and equipment. At the higher level, employees drive delivery vehicles and assist in the supervision and training of the Route Driver Helpers.

Duties and Responsibilities (generally)

Employees at this level operate delivery vehicles, assist in the receiving and delivery of materials from a central receiving station, and assist in the training and supervision of Route Driver Helpers. They work under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

Minimum Required Qualifications for this position

1. Possession of a valid driver license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent. (Must possess a current State of Illinois Class ‘D’ License)

Specialty Factors (Additional Required Qualifications)

Education and Experience Preferred

List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to the performance of this position.

1.possession of the personal attributes listed for Level I of this series
2.thorough knowledge of state laws governing the operation of motor vehicles on state highways
3.thorough knowledge of traffic regulations enforced in the community in
which the campus is located
4.skill in the operation of motor vehicle

Working Hours

Hiring rate/range

$12.42 per hour plus eligible benefits per the collective bargaining agreement

Posting Date

03/04/2020

Closing Date

Priority Review Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

This job posting is to create a pool of qualified candidates for future opening. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

• For information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package, please visit: https://www.niu.edu/hrs/benefits/index.shtml

• Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position, however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine length of experience.

• Once your complete application is submitted and the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification and any special requirements associated with this particular position.

• Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be auto generated from jobs@niu.edu. Please add this email to your address book to ensure proper delivery.

• ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE SCHEDULED TO COME TO THE NIU DEKALB CAMPUS TO TAKE A STATE UNIVERSITIES CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION . At the time of testing, you will be required to present a photo ID. NOTE : If you have previously tested for this classification and you wish to rewrite the exam to improve your score, please contact the Civil Service Testing Office at 815-753-6033 or 815-753-6034 by the posting deadline.

• Required documentation noted in the posting such as driver’s license, licensures, or certifications MUST be presented at the time of the examination.

• If eligible for veteran’s preference points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this posting in order to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.

• Employment is contingent upon your passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation, that includes a driving record check. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

• For more information on the ROUTE DRIVER, including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications and testing requirements, please visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/ViewSeries.aspx?tblCS_SeriesID=121.

Link to Department Homepage

www.hr.niu.edu

Physical Demands

EEO Statement

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Is Background Check Required

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. This form can be obtained by contacting the Office of Academic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ( ADEI ) at 815-753-8399.

Clery Act Information

NIU provides information regarding campus security, personal and fire safety, including topics such as: crime prevention, emergency response procedures and crime reporting policies, in addition to crime and fire statistics for the most recent three calendar years. The Annual Security Report containing security and safety information is available at www.safety.niu.edu/clery or by contacting the University Police Department and Public Safety Department at 815-753-9628 to receive a hard copy. The Annual Fire Safety Report is available at www.niu.edu/clery/fire_report.pdf or by contacting the Environmental Health and Safety Department at 815-753-0404 to receive a hard copy.

Quick Link

http://employment.niu.edu/postings/51266
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you possess a valid State of Illinois driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Please list any other valid motor vehicle licenses or endorsements that you possess. (Please provide proof of such if invited to test.)
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Other