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UNIVERSITY DRIVER - TEMPORARY

EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

Recruitment # 260722-8940TC-001

Location Windham, CT

Date Opened 8/11/2026 4:00:00 PM

Salary $29.05 - $37.72/hour (Employees new to state service start at minimum of pay range)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 8/21/2026 11:59:00 PM

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• Introduction

Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU) is one of the State of Connecticut (http://www.ct.gov/) institutions of higher learning and the state's designated public liberal arts university. Our mission is to provide high quality undergraduate and select graduate programs to a diverse population of talented students.

We are recruiting for two (2) University Driver (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=8940TC&LinkSpec=RecruitNum2&R1=&R3=) positions to work on our beautiful campus located in Willimantic, CT. Our university fleet provides students with first and second shift shuttles 7 days per week.

Position Highlights:

• Part-time, temporary during the academic semesters.

• First Shift - Monday - Thursday (10am - 5pm)

• Second Shift, Monday - Friday (4pm - 11pm)

• Valid CDL license with passenger endorsement required.

Discover the opportunity to:

• Engage in a rewarding career.

• Make a difference in the public sector.

• Work together in a collaborative team environment.

NOTE: Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees and/or current State of CT employees.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing HR-Recruitment@easternct.edu .

• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.

• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

CONNECT WITH US

• Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions.

• If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Charlene Gobeli at HR-Recruitment@easternct.edu and reference the recruitment number.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At the University of Connecticut and Connecticut State College and Universities this class is accountable for driving vehicles to transport passengers to local or distant points according to a time schedule.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Drives college or university vehicles, including but not limited to transit buses, over-the-road coaches, service plate vehicles, vans, passenger cars and other motorized conveyances;

• Makes daily or overnight trips;

• Picks up passengers at specified areas and transports to destination;

• Debarks passengers and assists with baggage;

• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating system for passenger comfort;

• Complies with local traffic regulations and reports delays or accidents;

• Inspects vehicle being used and checks gas, oil, and water before departure;

• Keeps records;

• May make minor repairs and change tires;

• May perform automotive maintenance work as assigned;

• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of traffic and motor vehicle laws and regulations;

• Knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods and practices of automotive and equipment mechanics;

• Skills

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to

• operate a bus and other transit vehicles;

• follow directions;

• plan effective and practical routes to specified destinations and/or follow prescribed routes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience driving public service vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have included driving transit buses or over-the-road coaches.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

Graduation from a vocational or technical school with coursework in automotive mechanics may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with a CDL Class B, with a F Public Passenger endorsement and valid DOT Medical card.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

• A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to hazardous road conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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