Part-Time Veterans Service Support & Transportation Driver

The Part-Time Veterans Transportation Driver provides safe, courteous, & reliable transportation for eligible veterans traveling to & from scheduled medical & other approved appointments. The driver uses the Veterans Service or other county vehicle to pick up veterans within McKenzie County & Dunn County & transport them to appointment locations. Travel to appointments out of state must be pre-approved by the County Commission. The position also assists with special projects supporting the Veterans Service Office, Veterans Memorial Building, & Veterans Memorial Park. The regular schedule is two to three days per week & may involve early mornings, extended travel, variable road & weather conditions, & changes to appointment schedules. This position reports to the Veterans Service Officer. Part-Time Scheduling and Attendance Expectations This is a part-time position scheduled two to three days per week. Specific workdays and hours will be established by the Veterans Service Officer based on veteran transportation requests, appointment schedules, special projects, and operational needs. The schedule may vary and may include occasional early mornings, evenings, extended days, or changes with limited notice. The employee is expected to report on time and complete assigned transportation and project duties unless an emergency or unsafe condition prevents the work. The employee must notify the Veterans Service Office as soon as possible if unable to fulfill an assignment. Essential Job Functions • Operate a County owned or County authorized vehicle safely & in compliance with federal, state, & local traffic laws & County policies. Pick up veterans at designated locations in McKenzie County & Dunn County & transport them to & from scheduled appointments throughout the region. Confirm trip assignments, pickup times, destinations, passenger information, & return-trip arrangements with the Veterans Service Office. Plan routes & allow adequate travel time while accounting for distance, weather, road conditions, construction, & appointment schedules. Provide respectful, patient, & professional assistance to passengers when entering & exiting the vehicle & when securing mobility aids, consistent with training & the driver's physical ability. Maintain appropriate passenger confidentiality & refrain from discussing veterans' personal, medical, or appointment information except as required to coordinate transportation or address an emergency. Complete required trip logs, mileage records, fuel receipts, vehicle inspection forms, incident reports, & other documentation accurately & promptly. Conduct pre-trip & post-trip vehicle inspections; promptly report damage, mechanical concerns, safety hazards, needed maintenance, accidents, citations, or passenger incidents. Keep the vehicle reasonably clean, fueled, & ready for service; follow County procedures for fueling, maintenance, & emergency equipment. Maintain communication with the Veterans Service Office regarding delays, cancellations, unsafe travel conditions, emergencies, or changes in passenger needs. Respond appropriately to emergencies by contacting 911 or other emergency services & following County procedures; this position does not provide medical care. Assist with special projects as assigned, including arranging & maintaining displays at the Veterans Memorial Building & completing minor corrections, updates, or upkeep at the Veterans Memorial Park. Perform other duties as assigned based on operational needs. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred, or an equivalent combination of education & experience. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record under County policy & insurance requirements. Must meet any minimum age requirement established by the County's vehicle insurance carrier. Ability to pass a motor vehicle record review & any required criminal background check, pre-employment screening, or drug & alcohol testing permitted or required by Count…

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