Department: Transportation Services
Classification: Transporter
Appointment Type and Duration: Academic Year (Classified), Ongoing
Salary: $17.53 - $21.27 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Multiple Positions
Review of Applications Begins
September 15, 2025; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Complete applications must include an online application and a resume that address how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.
We are interested in finding the best candidate for the position. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t think you meet every one of our preferred qualifications--use your application to let us know what is meaningful to you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would bring.
Department Summary
Established in 2012, the Transportation Services Department is an auxiliary unit within Finance and Administration whose goal is to provide customer-oriented sustainable transportation and parking programs and services to students, employees, and visitors to the University of Oregon. Transportation Services covers its expenses and operations through revenue generation, largely through permit sales, meter revenue, events, and citations. The unit’s annual budget is approximately $6 million. Transportation Services maintains more than 3,800 parking spaces on or adjacent to campus in more than 60 lots and two multi-level parking garages.
Duck Rides is an evening shuttle program for all university students, staff, and faculty that is dedicated to safety, accessibility, and reducing nighttime travel risks.
The Access Shuttle is an on campus ride service provided at no cost to students, faculty, staff, and visitors with conditions that limit mobility.
Position Summary
The Transporter is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for passengers. The Access Shuttle Transporter drives a wheelchair-accessible van to transport passengers with conditions that limit mobility. The Duck Rides Transporter is responsible for transporting both able bodied passengers and those with conditions that limit their mobility using a wheelchair-accessible van.
This position plays a crucial role in providing timely scheduled and on-demand rides while assisting passengers with boarding, exiting, and mobility device security. Additionally, the Transporter communicates shuttle policies clearly, helps passengers navigate the scheduling process, and maintains accurate records through the use of a dispatching app. Under the guidance of the Shuttle Program Manager, the Transporter schedules vehicle maintenance and ensures the van remains in proper working condition.
Key responsibilities of the Transporter role include the safe operation of program vehicles, reporting vehicle safety issues or maintenance concerns, responding to scheduling changes, delays, or emergencies with professionalism and problem-solving skills. Maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle, performing routine safety inspections, and fueling the van as needed are also critical to ensuring smooth shuttle operations.
The Transporter interacts regularly with passengers, providing courteous and helpful service while ensuring their safety and comfort. Additionally, this role involves interactions with Risk Management in the event of accidents or safety concerns and engagement with campus departments to facilitate transportation during special events. This role requires the ability to make well-informed decisions, such as choosing the safest and most efficient routes based on traffic, weather, and campus events. The transporter must assess passenger needs, provide assistance when necessary, and enforce shuttle policies effectively.
It is an essential requirement of this position to qualify for and maintain UO driver's certification eligibility, which includes maintaining an Oregon driver’s license throughout employment in this position.
The Transporter appointment runs approximately 9 months per year following the University of Oregon academic calendar.
The Access Shuttle (1 position) operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. Duck Rides (4 positions) operates 7 days a week, from 5:00 pm to 12:00 am. Shifts are assigned within the hours of operation.
Minimum Requirements
• One year of full-time experience operating a van or other large passenger vehicle, AND
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to qualify for and maintain UO Driver’s Certification.
Professional Competencies
• Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university.
• Work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem solving and positive interactions.
• Take initiative to proactively complete needed tasks.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
• Maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Model the highest ethical standards.
• Provide superior customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• Experience operating an accessible vehicle or wheel chair lift.
• Experience driving an oversized vehicle, especially for a public institution.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English.
• Experience articulating policy to the public.
FLSA Exempt: No
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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