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OMNIBUS OPERATOR/RECREATION LEADER

Posted: 12/20/2023 - 03:50 PM Due By: 01/31/2024 - 04:00 PM
City of Bayonne Job Announcement
OMNIBUS OPERATOR/RECREATION LEADER
 
OMNIBUS OPERATOR
DEFINITION:
 
Under direction drives a motor vehicle with a passenger capacity of at least six persons for transporting people on assigned established routes or to special activities, events, or various destinations; may also clean, service, and make minor repairs to such vehicles; does other related duties as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.  Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
 
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
 
  • Drives motor vehicle and transports persons on established routes, on field or athletic trips, sightseeing tours, or to various destinations.
  • Checks, cleans, and performs minor servicing of vehicles.
  • Checks vehicles for operating safety and gas/oil/battery/water levels before departure.
  • Provides assistance to passengers onto and off vehicles.
  • Maintains discipline among persons.
  • May assist passengers in loading/unloading baggage/packages from vehicle.
  • Prepares reports and maintains log of vehicle operation.
  • May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
 
LICENSE:
Appointee must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.
 
NOTE: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests  with the appointing authority.
 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 
  • Knowledge of the care, maintenance, and competent/safe/efficient operation of vehicles including cleaning, lubricating, servicing of batteries, care of tires, and minor  repair procedures.
  • Knowledge of State Motor Vehicle regulations.
  • Ability to analyze problems involving the operation of vehicles.
  • Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Ability to perform tasks after explanations and/or demonstrations.
  • Ability to drive vehicles in a skilled/safe manner.
  • Ability to check, clean, service, and make minor and emergency repairs to vehicles.
  • Ability to keep records and files.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be  considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known  limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
 
RECREATION LEADER
DEFINITION:
Under supervision, leads, organizes and oversees recreational programs and activities for an assigned group; assists with activity planning, implementation and evaluation; does other related work as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
 
Positions in this class differ from Recreation Aide due to greater responsibility for planning and overseeing specific recreation program activities. Positions in this class differ from Recreation Supervisor due to greater involvement and participation in specific program activities.
 
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
 
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
  • Leads, oversees and participates in recreational program activities in a recreation center or other facility.
  • Ensures program guidelines and safety practices are followed; immediately responds to potentially hazardous situations to avoid accidents or injury; reports all accidents to supervisor.
  • Instructs individuals and groups in area of specialty (e.g. arts & crafts, boxing, drama, senior citizen activities, sports, social recreation, etc.).
  • Assists with curriculum planning and developing specific activities; implements program plans and makes recommendations for new activities.
  • Demonstrates and explains the concepts, techniques, procedures, rules and regulations used in the recreation program.
  • Assists in directing tournaments, socials, dances, seminars and other special events.
  • Oversees assigned functional areas of the center such as the gymnasium, auditorium, athletic field, game room or handicrafts.
  • May perform field preparation duties for sports and other programs (e.g. baseball, softball, football, etc.)
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment; ensures the proper use of equipment.
  • Prepares and maintains records and reports of plans, program activities, and attendance.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the  essential duties of the position.
 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures as they relate to various recreational activities.
  • Ability to plan and conduct effective instructional tasks.
  • Ability to promote and organize recreation programs.
  • Ability to instruct, lead and motivate participants.
  • Ability to effectively organize program activities.
  • Ability to identify potentially dangerous or hazardous situations.
  • Ability to maintain discipline and enforce safety policies and procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, associates and the public.
  • Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be  considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their  known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
 
For those interested, please email your resume to: personnel@baynj.org.