Specialist I - Transit Driver KAT Tracks Shuttle Bus (Part-time)

Toggle navigation Home Search Jobs Job Alerts Log In /Create Account Help Application Instructions FAQs Staff Pay Grade Table Specialist I - Transit Driver KAT Tracks Shuttle Bus (Part-time) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Posting Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Requisition 202600136S Title Specialist I - Transit Driver KAT Tracks Shuttle Bus (Part-time) FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 2. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf . Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Facilities Business Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 05/18/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. College or continued education courses in management, public safety, or communications desirable. Experience in a related field preferred. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education. Nature & Purpose of Position Ensures safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes. Primary Responsibilities Operates the SHSU Kat Tracks shuttle bus to transport students from the SHSU campus to HEB , Walmart, and Target. Follows assigned route and adheres to established schedules. Checks bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notifies supervisor of needed repairs. Reports all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Completes required reports. Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled. Inspects bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving. Ensures proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector. Attends and completes required training program to maintain safety certification. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Requires driving and operating a University vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University's insurance carrier is required. Involves continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Working conditions involve moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes, working both indoors and outdoors. Attention and care is required in the performance of duties to prevent injury to self or others. This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position working 20 hours or less per week. Position will work during the Fall & Spring semesters. Schedules vary, with availability Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Position does not work on Sundays, holidays and during the months of June or July. Full Time Part Time Part Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47275 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Screening Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • How did you learn about this position? The Chronicle of Higher Education TWC - Work in Texas Inside Higher Ed Higher Ed Jobs HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium SHSU Website SHSU Employee Other If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department. (Open Ended Question) If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source. (Open Ended Question) © Copyright Sam Houston State University. All rights reserved.