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Why join Harvard University Central Administration?

Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.

Job Summary:

Operates shuttle bus, receives instructions from coordinator and responds to requests throughout Cambridge/Allston campuses. Normal hours of work will be Sunday 12AM-5AM, Monday 12AM-4AM, Thursday/Friday 6:45AM-11:45AM. Management will have the discretion to alter the work schedule day with a 48-hour notice to employee to cover for vacations/extended absences/open shifts/charters. This is a relief driver position. 

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Operates shuttle bus on designated routes on the Cambridge and Allston campuses.

• Operates transit vehicles for charters and extended services.

• Communicates on two-way radio with coordinator to receive instructions and confirm changes, additions, or deletions from route schedule.

• Performs daily safety inspection of vehicle and equipment. Completes vehicle condition report which includes requests for maintenance and repair.

• Performs refueling and electric recharging of vehicles as needed. 

• Assists passengers with mobility impairments both entering and exiting vehicle.

• Performs related duties as required.

Working Conditions: Will be required to wear a uniform provided by employer.

Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel

Physical Requirements: Must be willing and able to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.  The incumbent needs the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.  Required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and a valid Massachusetts state commercial driver’s license with “Passenger & Air Brake” endorsements with a minimum of five years driving experience required.  Must have an excellent driving record.  Three to five years of related passenger transport experience preferred.  Must possess strong verbal communication skills, a clear speaking voice, and solid customer service skills, including: courtesy, flexibility, sensitivity, patience, and humor.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a customer-focused team environment required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Certificates and Licenses:

Massachusetts state commercial driver’s license with “Passenger & Air Brake” endorsements

• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): $35.20 plus $2.35 shift differential 
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit, Certification/License, Motor Vehicle Record, Drug Test, DOT Physical, CORI, Employment, Prohibited Parties, Not Applicable
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 19 hours per week:

  Seasonal position 

  Schedule - 19 hours per week:

  Sunday: 12:00am-5:00am

  Monday: 12:00am-4:00am

  Thursday: 6:45am-11:45am

  Friday: 6:45am-11:45

  Pre-employment screening: Identity, ss verification, references, drug testing, CORI, SORI, DMV report, DOT physical

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 000. Corresponding salary information can be found in the job description above.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.