Transit Director Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $15.79 - $16.58 Hourly
Location : Mass Transit, 998 South Boston Road, Danville, VA 24541, VA
Job Type: Part Time Year Round
Job Number: 1002493
Department: Transportation
Division: Mass Transit
Opening Date: 03/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Transport passengers in a safe manner on the city buses; pick up/drop off the passengers at the desired stops; count passenger numbers, tokens and money; fill out passenger trip sheets; and inform passengers of bus stop options and schedule information.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Operates the bus by following fixed routes or trip manifest; completing accurate trip counts; complying with drivers' operating policies and procedures; focusing on passenger needs and satisfaction; communicating with other bus drivers; maintaining a professional and courteous attitude towards other passengers and drivers; and observing safe driving practices.
• Receives and manages fares by selling tokens for passenger use; organizing and handling money; and ensuring safe deposit of money into designated fare box.
• Oversees lifts and customer service by assisting patrons onto the bus; completing pre-trip inspections; manually or automatically operating the lift as needed; helping passengers with directions; and informing passengers of stops and bus route.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Checks the oil, brake fluid, transmission fluid, oil, and coolant.
• Tracks fluids and gas used per trip.
• Checks wheel chair lift for functionality.
• Attends meetings and training sessions.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.

Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent in level of knowledge, with ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines, and over one year up to and including two years of experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (with 'P' Endorsement) and acceptable driving record according to City criteria required within six weeks of employment
• Defensive driving course
• DOT medical examiner certificate

Job Knowledge
Basic familiarity with the work to know common principles and terminology and to understand and solve simple problems.
Reading
Basic: Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words.
Writing
Basic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.
Math
Basic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Communication Skills
Requires providing basic information to others outside direct reporting relationships on procedures or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach understanding and gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
Independence and Decision-Making
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Technical Skills
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Medium physical effort, exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• Constant sitting, pushing/pulling, handling; vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others, and to maintain operational awareness of surroundings.
• Frequent lifting, reaching, twisting.
• Occasional standing, carrying, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, climbing.
• Rarely walking, crawling, balancing.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• Frequently experiences time pressure, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, noisy/distracting environment.
• May rarely experience emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, tedious or exacting work.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone/radio, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned, such as wheelchair lift, fare box.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This work is performed in a vehicle environment, where there may be respiratory hazards, extreme temperatures, noise and vibration, and physical hazards daily; exposure to wetness/humidity seasonally; frequent mechanical hazards, exposure to communicable diseases, physical danger or abuse; occasional chemical or electrical hazards; and rare fire hazards, exposure to explosives.
The employee must wear appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.), and any other equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.
Accident Insurance
The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual Leave
Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical Illness
The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental Insurance
Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit
Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability Insurance
Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness Center
Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending Account
Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health Insurance
The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Holidays
The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement System
After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life Insurance
The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition Reimbursement
The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision Insurance
Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life Insurance
The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.
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The part-time job posting was updated on July 30, 2026. We are accepting applications for Part-Time Transit Driver I or Transit Driver II. Are you applying for Transit Driver I (no CDL) or Transit Driver II (with CDL and P Endorsement)?
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Please indicate the days of the week and hours you are available for part-time work. Mass Transit operates 6 days a week, 21 hours a day. Days are: Monday - Saturday and Hours are 3:30 am - 12:30 am. Are you available for early AM hours, mid morning AM hours, afternoon hours or late evening hours. Please indicate your availability for consideration.
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If you have a CDL license and applying for Transit Driver II, but not the "P" endorsement, you may still be considered for the part-time open position. Do you have a CDL license? Do you believe you could obtain the required "P" endorsement prior to hire if considered for the position?

• Yes
• No

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