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<h1>General Description</h1>
This position is considered safety-sensitive and is governed by Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol testing regulations. Primary responsibilities include the transport of passengers in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner. Assists the transportation division by helping to maintain vehicles in a condition of operating excellence so that the vehicles are safe, clean, and functional.
<h1>Examples of Work Performed</h1>
<ul>
	<li>Safely transport all types of passengers, including adults, children, the elderly, and individuals who may have disabilities or special needs.</li>
	<li>Complete routing sheets and any other vehicle reports as appropriate and necessary.</li>
	<li>Assist elderly and disabled passengers in and out of vehicles and other passengers as appropriate.</li>
	<li>Comply with all traffic regulations and agency policies.</li>
	<li>Operate a mobile radio or similar device to communicate with dispatcher(s) and/or other drivers.</li>
	<li>Report disruptions in service or delays.</li>
	<li>Follow safety and accident policies and procedures.</li>
	<li>Attend required training including First Aid, CPR, Passenger Assistance Techniques, Passenger Sensitivity Skills, Defensive Driving, Blood Borne Pathogens, and other training as deemed necessary and appropriate.</li>
	<li>Secure passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during all trips.</li>
	<li>Ensure passengers deposit correct fares in farebox.</li>
	<li>Turn in fareboxes at the end of each day.</li>
	<li>Perform other duties when not driving, such as cleaning and servicing vehicles with fuel and lubricants, as appropriate.</li>
	<li>Perform pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with 49 CFR §396.13.</li>
	<li>Attend seminars and workshops as needed and approved.</li>
	<li>Perform such other duties as may be assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h1>Required Essential Job Functions</h1>
Sit: Drives bus on designated routes throughout cities or counties, requiring tolerance of seated posture up to 12 hours.
Climb: Requires climbing steps for up to 12 hours, frequently entering and exiting buses during shift.
Lift/Maneuver/Operate: Able to assist with personal items (maximum lifting 50 lbs.). Requires horizontally transferring weight, 1 hour, 75 ft without mechanical assistance. Required to assist disabled passengers into and out of vehicles (maximum weight allowed on wheelchair lifts is 800 lbs., including the client and wheelchair; wheelchairs are pushed or slid side-to-side without lifting). The driver opens the engine compartment hatch, adjusts mirrors, and operates the bypass on farebox requiring upper body forces of 55 pounds for up to 1 hour.
Postural: Required to secure passengers’ wheelchairs with restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip (requires bending and/or kneeling).
Walk: Requires walking up to 0.25 miles in an 8-hour shift to assist clients.
Vision: Requires near, far, and depth vision (day and night) to complete written forms and reports, drive, observe traffic signals and signs, operate bus controls, switches, and levers, inspect bus for safety and cleanliness, collect fares, and keep all information on bus current.
Temperature: Must tolerate working environments with outside ambient temperatures, including excessive heat, cold, and precipitation when performing pre-trip inspection, assisting passengers, or other duties as assigned. Must also tolerate controlled temperatures inside while driving the bus.
Coupling: Operates communication or other bus equipment with switches and levers requiring coupling forces of 5 pounds for up to 12 hours.
<h1>General Qualification Guidelines</h1>
<h4>Experience and Education</h4>
Graduation from an accredited high school is preferred, plus two years of full-time experience in a transportation or public-oriented field (college or business school training may be substituted equally for up to one year of experience).
<h4>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</h4>
<ul>
	<li>Required to hold a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the Passenger Endorsement.</li>
	<li>Air Brake endorsement preferred but not required.</li>
	<li>Required to pass a road test in the type of vehicle he or she will be operating.</li>
	<li>Required to pass Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and ongoing testing as required by 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655.</li>
	<li>Required to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination.</li>
	<li>Must have no more than one traffic citation for moving violations in the past year and no DWI/DUI convictions in the last seven years.</li>
	<li>Must maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations governing commercial passenger transportation.</li>
</ul>

<h1>General Description</h1>
This position is considered safety-sensitive and is governed by Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol testing regulations. Primary responsibilities include the transport of passengers in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner. Assists the transportation division by helping to maintain vehicles in a condition of operating excellence so that the vehicles are safe, clean, and functional.
<h1>Examples of Work Performed</h1>
<ul>
	<li>Safely transport all types of passengers, including adults, children, the elderly, and individuals who may have disabilities or special needs.</li>
	<li>Complete routing sheets and any other vehicle reports as appropriate and necessary.</li>
	<li>Assist elderly and disabled passengers in and out of vehicles and other passengers as appropriate.</li>
	<li>Comply with all traffic regulations and agency policies.</li>
	<li>Operate a mobile radio or similar device to communicate with dispatcher(s) and/or other drivers.</li>
	<li>Report disruptions in service or delays.</li>
	<li>Follow safety and accident policies and procedures.</li>
	<li>Attend required training including First Aid, CPR, Passenger Assistance Techniques, Passenger Sensitivity Skills, Defensive Driving, Blood Borne Pathogens, and other training as deemed necessary and appropriate.</li>
	<li>Secure passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during all trips.</li>
	<li>Ensure passengers deposit correct fares in the farebox.</li>
	<li>Turn in fareboxes at the end of each day.</li>
	<li>Perform other duties when not driving, such as cleaning and servicing vehicles with fuel, lubricants, etc., as appropriate.</li>
	<li>Perform pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with 49 CFR §396.13.</li>
	<li>Attend seminars and workshops as needed and approved.</li>
	<li>Perform other duties as may be assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h1>Required Essential Job Functions</h1>
Sit: Drives bus on designated routes throughout cities or counties, requiring tolerance of seated posture up to 12 hours.
Climb: Requires climbing steps for up to 12 hours, frequently entering and exiting buses during shift.
Lift/Maneuver/Operate: Able to assist with personal items (maximum lifting 50 lbs.). Requires horizontally transferring weight, 1 hour, 75 ft without mechanical assistance. Required to assist disabled passengers into and out of vehicles (maximum weight allowed on wheelchair lifts is 800 lbs., including the client and wheelchair; wheelchairs are pushed or slid side-to-side without lifting). The driver opens the engine compartment hatch, adjusts mirrors, and operates the bypass on the farebox requiring upper body forces of 55 pounds for up to 1 hour.
Postural: Required to secure passengers’ wheelchairs with restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trips (requires bending and/or kneeling).
Walk: Requires walking up to 0.25 miles in an 8-hour shift to assist clients.
Vision: Requires near, far, and depth vision (day and night) to complete written forms and reports, drive, observe traffic signals and signs, operate bus controls, switches, and levers, inspect bus for safety and cleanliness, collect fares, and keep all information on bus current.
Temperature: Must tolerate working environments with outside ambient temperatures, including excessive heat, cold, and precipitation when performing pre-trip inspections, assisting passengers, or other duties as assigned. Must also tolerate controlled temperatures inside while driving the bus.
Coupling: Operates communication or other bus equipment with switches and levers requiring coupling forces of 5 pounds for up to 12 hours.
<h1>General Qualification Guidelines</h1>
<h4>Experience and Education</h4>
Graduation from an accredited high school is preferred, plus two years of full-time experience in a transportation or public-oriented field (college or business school training may be substituted equally for up to one year of experience).
<h4>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</h4>
<ul>
	<li>Required to hold a valid Texas Driver’s License.</li>
	<li>Required to pass a road test in the type of vehicle he or she will be operating.</li>
	<li>Required to pass Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and ongoing testing as required by 49 CFR Parts 40 and 655.</li>
	<li>Required to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination.</li>
	<li>Must have no more than one traffic citation for moving violations in the past year and no DWI/DUI convictions in the last seven years.</li>
	<li>Must maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations governing commercial passenger transportation.</li>
</ul>

<h1>GENERAL DESCRIPTION</h1>
Performs routine to complex (journey-level) operational, technical, and administrative work supporting the delivery of urban and rural public transportation services. Work involves coordinating daily transit operations, monitoring service delivery, maintaining operational data, and providing technical assistance to staff, contractors, partner agencies, and the general public. Works under moderate to general supervision with limited discretion to moderate latitude for the use of independent judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Operations Specialist I
<ul>
	<li>Performs an array of operational, data entry, reporting, and administrative activities related to assigned transit programs and services.</li>
	<li>Assists with daily transit operations including fixed-route, demand response, commuter, and purchased transportation services.</li>
	<li>Assists with the collection, organization, and entry of operational data including ridership, mileage, service hours, and vehicle status.</li>
	<li>Responds to routine service inquiries and assists with resolving customer concerns.</li>
	<li>Assists with monitoring compliance with operational policies, procedures, and service requirements.</li>
	<li>Maintains organized electronic and paper records in accordance with agency and audit requirements.</li>
	<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Operations Specialist II
<ul>
	<li>Performs comprehensive operational support activities and assists in analyzing service delivery, staffing coverage, and operational performance.</li>
	<li>Coordinates service adjustments related to staffing shortages, vehicle availability, or service disruptions.</li>
	<li>Assists with preparing operational reports, summaries, and documentation for internal management, TxDOT, FTA, and advisory committees.</li>
	<li>Ensures accuracy and completeness of operational data collection, tracking, and reporting.</li>
	<li>Assists with monitoring contractor performance and service delivery requirements.</li>
	<li>Identifies operational issues, trends, or gaps and assists with developing recommendations for improvement.</li>
	<li>May collaborate with program staff in determining trends and resolving technical problems.</li>
	<li>Monitor the outcomes of program initiatives and report on effectiveness and/or recommendations for improvement.</li>
	<li>May provide guidance to others.</li>
	<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Operations Specialist III
<ul>
	<li>Performs an array of advanced operational, analytical, and technical activities related to transit service delivery across multiple programs or jurisdictions.</li>
	<li>Coordinates and monitors daily transit operations to ensure continuity, efficiency, and compliance.</li>
	<li>Oversees and validates data collection, organizes, analyzes, and/or prepares materials in response to requests for program information and reports.</li>
	<li>Reviews and evaluates information on service delivery system methods, outputs, and activities to identify gaps in resources and recommend improvements.</li>
<li>Collaborates with management, dispatch, fleet, and partner agencies to resolve complex operational issues.</li>
<li>May lead operational projects, assist with training, or serve as a subject-matter resource.</li>
	<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
<ul>
	<li>Graduation from high school or possession of a GED is required. An associate’s degree in transportation, logistics, business, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.</li>
	<li>One (1) to three (3) years of experience in transit operations, dispatch, transportation services, logistics, or related operational work. (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
<ul>
	<li>Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area; public administration techniques; training and marketing techniques; and program management processes and techniques.</li>
	<li>Knowledge of the structure and operations of local governments, councils of governments (COGs), and special districts, with particular emphasis on the Golden Crescent region (Preferred).</li>
	<li>Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program performance and the use of a computer and applicable software.</li>
	<li>Accurately documenting meetings, preparing summaries (meeting minutes), and editing technical documents for clarity and consistency.</li>
	<li>Excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.</li>
	<li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize multiple tasks effectively, and manage time to meet deadlines.</li>
	<li>Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to market programs; to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively.</li>
	<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment.</li>
	<li>Ability to demonstrate courtesy, diplomacy, and the highest level of professionalism in all dealings.</li>
	<li>Proficient with various Microsoft Office 365 products and meeting technology tools.</li>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Texas CDL w/ Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)</li>
<li>Most Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License</li>
</ul>
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is considered safety-sensitive and is governed by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug & alcohol testing regulations.

<h1>GENERAL DESCRIPTION</h1>
Planner I
Performs entry level planning and research work. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level typically have limited professional experience and spend the majority of time performing structured, routine tasks following established procedures. May occasionally assist other staff on components of more complex work. 
Planner II
Performs journey level planning and research work. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment. Often handles standard problems independently and seeks direction on non standard or precedent setting issues. Routinely assists on or coordinates components of more complex projects. 
Planner III
Performs senior level, highly complex planning and research work. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Serves as a technical lead and may function as a project manager; may provide day to day direction to staff and consultants. Acts as a subject matter resource for policy, methodology, and interagency coordination.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Planner I (Transportation)
<ul>
	<li>Compile and maintain transit data related to ridership, service levels, on‑time performance, fares, and vehicle usage.</li>
	<li>Assist with preparation of existing conditions and system inventory documentation for transit plans and studies.</li>
	<li>Update route maps, service area maps, and basic GIS layers using established standards.</li>
	<li>Support analysis of transit service coverage, stop locations, and basic demand indicators.</li>
	<li>Prepare tables, charts, and graphics for transit performance reports and planning documents.</li>
	<li>Assist with public outreach and stakeholder engagement, including meeting preparation, note‑taking, and comment tracking.</li>
	<li>Perform routine documentation and compliance checks related to grants, plans, and reporting requirements.</li>
<li>Support higher‑level staff with data collection and basic analysis for service changes, pilot services, or performance monitoring efforts.</li>
<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Planner II (Transportation)
<ul>
	<li>Analyze transit service productivity, efficiency, coverage, and demand to support service planning and adjustments.</li>
	<li>Review and evaluate transit plans, service proposals, and studies for consistency with agency policies, funding requirements, and regional plans.</li>
	<li>Develop components of short‑range and long‑range transit plans, service standards, and implementation strategies.</li>
<li>Provide technical planning assistance to transit staff, local governments, partner agencies, and the public on transit services and programs.</li>
<li>Prepare technical memoranda, staff reports, maps, and presentations summarizing transit planning and performance findings.</li>
<li>Apply and maintain transit performance measures and dashboards to support ongoing monitoring and reporting.</li>
<li>Participate in coordination with transit advisory committees, human services agencies, and public safety partners.</li>
<li>Assist with evaluation of satellite or contracted transit operations, including ridership trends, service models, and resource utilization.</li>
<li>Support senior staff in coordinating consultant tasks, reviewing deliverables, and implementing adopted transit strategies.</li>
	<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Planner III (Transportation)
<ul>
	<li>Lead complex transit planning initiatives involving service design, regional coordination, and long‑term system strategy.</li>
	<li>Develop transit service policies, procedures, and performance frameworks to guide implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.</li>
	<li>Design and oversee methodologies for transit service analysis, forecasting, and decision‑support tools.</li>
	<li>Manage or provide technical oversight of transit planning contracts, including scopes of work, deliverables, budgets, and compliance.</li>
<li>Prepare and present complex transit plans, reports, and recommendations to executive leadership, boards, and advisory committees.</li>
<li>Identify and analyze strategic transit issues such as service expansion, operational efficiency, funding sustainability, and equity impacts.</li>
<li>Forecast transit demand and monitor system performance to support continuous improvement and investment decisions.</li>
<li>Serve as a lead liaison among local, regional, state, and federal agencies on transit planning, coordination, and funding matters.</li>
<li>Integrate transit service planning with fleet, facilities, and asset management considerations to support long‑term sustainability.</li>
<li>Provide project leadership and work direction to other planners and consultants on multi‑disciplinary transit planning efforts.</li>
	<li>Performs related work as assigned.</li>
</ul>
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
<ul>
	<li>Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in transportation planning, urban/regional planning, public administration, data analytics or a related field is generally preferred. Relevant transportation, transit operations, mobility planning, or public sector experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.</li>
	<li>Planner I: Entry‑level position; professional planning experience preferred but not required. Internship, practicum, or project‑based experience in transportation or transit planning is desirable.</li>
<li>Planner II: One (1) to three (3) years of demonstrated experience in transportation or transit planning, service analysis, performance monitoring, or related planning and research work.</li>
<li>Planner III: Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible experience in transit or transportation planning, including experience with complex studies, performance frameworks, interagency coordination, or project leadership.</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
For All Planner Levels (I-III)
<ul>
	<li>Knowledge of government organization and administration, including the roles of local, regional, state, and federal agencies in transportation and transit delivery.</li>
	<li>Knowledge of principles, objectives, and procedures of public transportation planning, including service planning, coordination, and performance evaluation.</li>
	<li>Skill in the use of computers and applicable software for data analysis, GIS/mapping, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.</li>
	<li>Skill in collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting transit service, ridership, coverage, demographic, and operational data.</li>
	<li>Ability to conduct research, evaluate planning materials, and apply established methodologies to transportation or transit planning issues.</li>
	<li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare clear technical memoranda, reports, and planning documents.</li>
	<li>Ability to work collaboratively with operations staff, planners, and external stakeholders to support transit planning objectives.</li>
</ul>
Additional for Planner II – III levels
<ul>
<li>Ability to review, coordinate, and oversee the work of others, including entry‑level planners, interns, or consultant staff, as assigned.</li>
<li>Skill in delivering presentations and explaining technical transit planning concepts to advisory committees, stakeholders, and decision‑makers.</li>
<li>Skill in project management, including managing schedules, scopes, and deliverables for transit planning studies or initiatives.</li>
<li>Skill in budget awareness and grant support, including understanding funding constraints, performance reporting, and planning‑related grant requirements.</li>
<li>Ability to apply independent judgment to non‑routine transit planning problems, develop recommendations, and support implementation strategies.</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or Professional Transportation Planner (PTP) certification preferred.</li>
<li>Other relevant certifications related to transportation planning, data analysis, GIS, performance management, or public sector administration are desirable but not required.</li>
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Position/Title	Department	Time Frame	Pay Rate	Deadline	Details
CDL Bus Operator	Transit	Full Time & Part Time	$16.50 - $20.36	Continuous	Job Description
Non - CDL Bus Operator	Transit	Full Time & Part Time	$14.43 - $17.80	Continuous	Job Description
Operations Specialist	Transit	Full Time	$33,015 - $55,674	Until Filled	Job Description
Planner I-III (Transit)	Transit	Full Time	$46,927 - $75,536	Until Filled	Job Description

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