Transportation Services Specialist Senior Center Full Time Jemez Pueblo More Details

PUEBLO OF JEMEZ JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 2026-049 JEMEZ HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES SPECIALIST

Position Title:

Transportation Services Specialist Pay Level:

$18.52-$27.78

Position Open Date:

6/30/2026-

Until Filled Classification:

Non-Exempt Position Status:

Full-Time Location:

Senior Center Supervisor:

Senior Citizens Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting Kitchen staff with meal deliveries, meal packing, transporting Elders to and from the Senior Center, providing data for reports, in the even they are needed they will be temporarily assigned to assist the Transportation Program, they may get other transports outside of what is stated depending on program needs. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED); AND three (3) years of experience driving patients, senior citizens, and all passengers.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES TRAININGS, AND REGISTRATIONS

New Mexico Driver's License Background Investigation CPR & First Aid certification within four (4) months of date of employment Pueblo of Jemez - Human Resources Department P.O. Box 100 Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024

Phone:

(575) 834-6333;

Fax:

(575) 834-0604;

E-mail:

humanresources@jemezpueblo.org

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Medical Examiner's certification & medical long form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Strength and mobility to work in a typical transportation setting; endurance to remain seated for extended periods of time; agility to assist passengers on and off a vehicle; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Work is subject to frequent travel and exposure to fumes and adverse environmental conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives the program vehicle daily: during pre-established schedule of transports, additional transports, and helps deliver meals.
• Transports patients to and from non-emergent medical appointments to Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Jemez Health Center, and Senior Center; only in collaboration with other departments.
• Daily vehicle inspection/Pre-trip checklist: to ensure that the vehicle is in a safe operable condition.
• Monthly vehicle inspections/

Maintenance Checklist:

check fluid levels, fluid leaks, tire pressure, exterior body damage, etc. Immediately reports the need for fluids, service or repair.

• Cleans GSA/tribal vehicles as needed and maintains all program vehicles used for transport (daily/weekly).
• Drives vehicle to patient's home/medical facilities/various locations to pick-up and let off passengers.
• Assists patients/passengers with disabilities in embarking and vehicles. If assistance is needed the driver will load and unload medical equipment and personal belongings.

• Provides Exceptional Customer Service & Satisfaction:

  Greets and interacts with all patients/passengers and provides information per request or as required for program changes; may provide information to medical and social service providers regarding client status. Be on time.
• Provides units of service for billing purposes.
• Assists program staff with coordination and gathering of Information related to client/patient needs, desires, and trends for planning long and short-range goals.
• Observes and practices safe work methods.

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Documentation Requirements:

maintains records of work performed, journaling of services provided, and provided a monthly report. Pueblo of Jemez - Human Resources Department P.O. Box 100 Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024

Phone:

(575) 834-6333;

Fax:

(575) 834-0604;

E-mail:

humanresources@jemezpueblo.org

• Contributes to the overall quality of unit service provision and work teams.
• During annual program planning: involved in program goal setting; reviewing, recommending, and implementing new/revised policies and procedures.
• Protect the patient's privacy according to the HIPAA Law.
• Represents the Pueblo with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff, patients, passengers, and the public.
• Attends and/or participates in on-going driver safety trainings and workshops/related topics (quarterly).
• Other program duties assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

• Laws, rules and regulations for operating a motor vehicle in the state of New Mexico.
• Streets and roads located within the pueblo and vicinity.
• Safety principles, practices and equipment related to work.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person, over the telephone, and email.
• Basic records management principles and practices.

Skill in:

• Driving a vehicle skillfully and safely.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed; all patient/passenger transports.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with those in contact with; in the course of the work.
• Assisting with disabled individuals and others needing special assistance.

To apply for the position posted, please apply as follows Send; Pueblo of Jemez Job Application To; humanresources@jemezpueblo.org Or; Pueblo of Jemez-Attention Human Resources Department PO Box 100 Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024 Pueblo of Jemez - Human Resources Department P.O. Box 100 Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024

Phone:

(575) 834-6333;

Fax:

(575) 834-0604;

E-mail:

humanresources@jemezpueblo.org