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Chapman University

SafeRide Shift Lead

Orange, CA · On-site

$18.25/hr

Student Title Classification Information Quick Link Job Number SE217024 Position Information Department or Unit Name Public Safety- Safe Ride Position Headcount 7 Position Title SafeRide Shift Lead ...

Chapman University

SafeRide Shift Lead

Orange, CA · On-site

$18.25/hr

... SafeRide Shift Lead Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 Term or Semester All Academic Year Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $18.25 - $18.25 Pay Range ...

SafeRide Health

BPO Manager

San Antonio, TX

This role owns the relationship between SafeRide Health and our BPO partner sites. You will align workforce management, training, quality, and other department leads around one set of standards, then ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for saferide in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Saferide?

A Saferide job typically involves providing safe and reliable transportation for students, employees, or community members, often during late hours. It may include driving designated vehicles, ensuring passenger safety, and assisting riders as needed. Some positions also require basic vehicle maintenance checks and adherence to safety protocols. These jobs are commonly found at universities or transportation services aiming to reduce impaired or unsafe driving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Saferide driver?

To thrive as a Saferide driver, you need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, familiarity with local geography, and often a background check. Experience with GPS navigation tools, ride scheduling apps, and company-specific dispatch software is typically required. Excellent communication skills, a customer-focused attitude, and reliability are standout qualities in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure passenger safety, timely transportation, and a positive rider experience.

What are the typical working hours and schedule flexibility for a Saferide driver?

Saferide driver positions often offer flexible scheduling, allowing drivers to work shifts during nights, weekends, or event-specific times when rides are in high demand. Depending on the employer, you may have the option of part-time or full-time hours, and schedules are usually communicated in advance. This flexibility can be ideal for individuals seeking to balance work with other commitments, such as education or family. However, some shifts may involve late hours or working during peak periods, so adaptability is important for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Saferide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,823 per year, or $22 per hour.

SafeRide Driver Pool 2026-27

Corvallis, OR

Oregonstate
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Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Department:Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

  • A Resume
  • A Cover Letter

For additional information please contact: Jeff Baxter at Jeff.baxter@oregonstate.edu


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

Criminal History Check Statement (CHC):

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

Motor Vehicle History Check Statement (MVHC):

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.


Note:All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill fifty (50) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) SafeRide Driver for the at Oregon State University (OSU).

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed as needed. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.


While working for SafeRide students will get the opportunity to develop essential career readiness skills that employers value across all industries. This position emphasizes the following National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Competencies:

  • Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

  • Critical Thinking: Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

  • Teamwork: Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.

  • Professionalism: Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

While engaging in their job responsibilities, students gain hands-on experience that strengthens their abilities in customer service, crisis management, teamwork, and problem solving. All of these skills are highly transferable to any future career path.

Position Duties:

SafeRide Vehicle Responsibilities:

  • Drive SafeRide vehicles in a manner consistent with the core values of the SafeRide program, following state and local road laws

  • Provide regular and ongoing feedback to coworkers to improve the operations and safety of SafeRide

  • Utilize the SafeRide app to communicate accurate navigation directions to the SafeRide driver and work with SafeRide Nightly Operations Leaders (NOLs) to coordinate ride requests

  • Use critical thinking and teamwork skills to solve ride problems with the NOLs and copilot

  • Use handheld radios to communicate and address any crises or disruptions to regular SafeRide operations

  • Maintain a professional and clean environment in the vehicles each night

  • Communicate to riders and staff in a professional and respectful manner

SafeRide Office Responsibilities:

  • Gather and analyze information from driver teams to respond to crisis situations, working with the NOLs to create an action plan to resolve said crisis

  • Create a welcoming and respectful environment for all staff and riders

  • Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor to ensure SafeRide is seen as a pillar of safety and belonging to the community

  • Identify and report employee or rider behavioral issues and safety concerns as they occur

  • Use critical thinking skills to maintain the integrity of student privacy when working with student information

  • Act as a substitute driver/navigator in the event of sudden illness or absence

  • Provide excellent customer service to SafeRide customers who call in to request a ride

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Professionalism

Qualifications:

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here:https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study

  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment

  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard

    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program

    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term

    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*

    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term

    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by theOffice of International Services(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must possess and maintain a current, valid U.S. Driver's License

  • Must have a working knowledge of state and local road laws and be able to follow them with extra caution and safety

  • Always communicate in a respectful and appropriate manner consistent with the core values of the SafeRide program with riders and co-workers

  • Respond appropriately to incidents that occur and follow all SafeRide policies and protocols

  • Be willing to participate in creating an inclusive and respectful work environment

  • Have a commitment to supporting student safety and success

  • Be currently enrolled as a student atOSUor dual enrollment program in least 6 academic credits (undergraduate student) or 5 academic credits (graduate student)

  • Must maintain a 2.0GPAprior term & cumulative for every term employed with SafeRide

  • Must be in good academic standing and conduct for the term prior to selection and during employment

Additional Required Qualifications:

Criminal History Check Statement (CHC):

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

Motor Vehicle History Check Statement (MVHC):

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.

Driving Requirements:

SafeRide utilizes university vehicles to conduct operations. All drivers for SafeRide will obtain and maintain anOSUMotor Pool Vehicle Authorization and Van Certification during onboarding and training. All SafeRide employees must also pass aDMVrecords check. There is a small fee for this check, depending on the state you reside in.

Behavioral Requirements:

Due to the nature of SafeRide program, all SafeRide employees must role model good decision-making skills and care for the safety of others, therefore, SafeRide employees are required to pass a criminal history check prior to being cleared to work through the onboarding process. Additionally, students must remain in good conduct standing withOSUthroughout the duration of their employment. Supervisors may review conduct each term to ensure compliance with this expectation.

Working Conditions/Schedule:Opportunities for Professional Development:
Participate as a member of the marketing team assisting in the creation of:
SafeRide social media posts/videos
SafeRide training materials/videos
SafeRide fliers, posters, or tabling items
Participate as a member of the outreach team assisting in the promotion of SafeRide by:
Tabling at campus events as a representative of SafeRide
Talking to Greek houses, clubs, and organizations at formal meetings
Coordinating with campus partners, clubs, and local organizations/businesses to advertise SafeRide
Participate as a member of the operations team assisting in the maintenance and cleanliness of:
SafeRide vehicles
The SafeRide office/storage cage
Other opportunities can be discussed and agreed upon with the SafeRide Coordinator
Training:
Online Canvas modules and in person training will be completed before any shifts are assigned
Students will be added to the Canvas page when they are cleared to work
In person fall training (tentatively September 16-18, 2026)
Weekend in person training will be provided for those hired after Fall training dates
Compensation:
Sun-Thur Hourly Rate: $17.46
Fri & Sat Hourly Rate: $20.95
Domestic student employees may work up to 24 hours per week
International student employees may work up to 20 hours per weekSalary Range:Anticipated Start Date:2026-09-01Anticipated End Date:2027-06-12

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