Driver, Loyola Work Experience Program

POSITION SUMMARY: Loyola Work Experience Program (LWEP) is a work-study program mandatory for all juniors and seniors giving them the opportunity to develop and use personal and professional skills in a real-world workplace environment. The Driver is responsible for transporting students to and from Loyola to their job sites located in and around Metro Detroit, during the school week.
POSITION HOURS: Late August-Late May; Monday-Friday (split shift: 8:00am-1030am and 2pm-4pm). Additional hours may be available based on LWEP student transportation needs that come up throughout the school week.
LWEP OFFICE LOCATION: Loyola High School, Detroit, MI
REPORTS TO: Loyola Work Experience Program Director & Manager
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport students to and from LWEP job assignments while adhering to assigned routes and time schedules.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and positive atmosphere (in and outside of the LWEP vehicles) with students, school staff and LWEP business partners.
• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
• Re-fuel assigned LWEP vehicle; Submit all gas receipts to the Business Office.
• Maintain interior cleanliness of the vehicles.
• Report needed mechanical repairs to LWEP Director or Manager, when apparent.
• Complete and submit timesheets and other required paperwork to the LWEP Director or Manager & Business Office in a timely manner.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Valid Michigan chauffeur's license and clean driving record
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Highly dependable and responsible
• Is comfortable and enjoys working with male high school students.
• Positive attitude and high enthusiasm for the mission of Loyola High School

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• At least a high school diploma or GED
• Previous professional driving experience desired but not required
• Experience working with and/or mentoring teens/young adults preferred but not required

COMPENSATION:

• Pay rate is $21/hour; position not eligible for healthcare or paid time off benefits

APPLICATION PROCESS: Candidates should submit all of the following materials to Human Resources @

• Cover Letter (1-2 paragraphs describing your job qualifications and why you are interested)
• Current Resume` detailing work history
• Copy of Diploma/ GED/ Degree or School Transcripts
• Three References: (1) current or former supervisor (1) current or former colleague & (1) personal reference (non-relative)

Please provide the following information when listing your references

• Reference Name & Occupation
• Phone Number & Email Address
• Length of time you have known them

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background and reference checks.
Loyola High School, a Catholic High School in the Jesuit tradition, nurtures a culture of hope and academic success for young men challenged by an urban environment and prepares them to be men of Christian love, justice, and service who act with integrity, compassion and courage.