Bus Driver/Student Services Athletics Specialist

CVCC

Bus Driver/Student Services Athletics Specialist (Deadline Extended)

SALARY                       See Position Description                                  LOCATION                  Phenix City, AL

JOB TYPE                    Full-Time                                                             JOB NUMBER           2025-22

COLLEGE/DIV CVCC-505010-Athletics - General                           OPENING DATE        01/08/2026

CLOSING DATE         02/12/2026 11:59 PM Central                          CAMPUS LOCATION

Chattahoochee Valley Community College

Position Summary

This Bus Driver/Student Services Athletics Specialist is a dual-role position responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and professional transportation of employees and staff to college-related events, as well as transporting student-athletes and athletic staff to and from practices, competitions, and other college-related events.

This position works collaboratively with the Fleet Manager and Campus Security Officer to schedule bus trips as needed, complete and submit all required travel documentation, and promptly report all mechanical problems to supervising personnel. In addition, the position serves as a student-athlete advising specialist, supporting the academic success, personal development, and retention of student-athletes. This includes reinforcing academic expectations, assisting with academic planning and degree progress, providing mentorship, monitoring academic performance, and serving as a liaison between the Athletics Department and Student Services to promote overall student-athlete success.

Salary:  Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E4 05: $34,298-$51,793, which is based on years of directly related full-time experience.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and submit a completed online application packet through 

the online application system by the deadline date to be considered for the position. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

A complete application packet consists of the following:

• Online employment application 
• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Copies of ALL college transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred 
• Copy of CDL with proper passenger class qualification

Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Verifications must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet the minimum

required qualifications and for approved placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title, and must be signed by authorized personnel. Completion of all sections of the online applications is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for applications; however, official transcripts may be requested by the College prior to the extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure his or her application packet is complete.

Once submitted, all application materials become the property of CVCC. Only applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered.  NO PHOTOS, please.  Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, willbe denied.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, or as negotiated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Bus Driver

1. Safely operates a college-owned bus or vehicle to transport students and employees to approved travel locations and works with campus personnel to schedule trips as needed.
2. Promptly reports to work and returns vehicle(s) to campus following completion of trips.
3. Conducts pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
4. Maintains accurate driving logs, mileage reports, and inspection documentation.
5. Ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT), state licensing, and institutional transportation policies.
6. Assumes responsibility for the safe transportation of all passengers and enforces passenger safety procedures and appropriate conduct during travel. Assists with first aid, CPR, and emergency situations.
7. Tops off fuel in advance of the next trip.
8. Maintains the cleanliness and readiness of assigned vehicles.
9. Correctly completes time sheets for work completed and submitted by deadline.
10. Files required documentation for travel and per diem reimbursement.
11. Arranges for routine maintenance for the vehicle and serves as the liaison to have the work completed.
12. Promptly reports all mechanical problems to supervising campus personnel.
13. Documents and reports all incidents as required by college, local, and state policy.

Student-Athlete Success Specialist

1. Supports student-athletes' academic success by reinforcing institutions, conferences, and NJCAA academic standards.
2. Serves as the student-athlete advising specialist, assisting with course selection, degree planning, and progress towards graduation and eligibility requirements.
3. Monitors student-athlete academic performance, including grades, attendance, and academic standing, and initiates timely interventions as needed to ensure student-athlete success.
4. Serve as a mentor and point of contact for student-athletes, providing guidance, encouragement, and referrals to campus resources to support a positive transition into college life.
5. Serves as a liaison between Athletic and Student Services Departments, including Admissions, Financial Aid, Disability Services, and tutoring.
6. Coordinates and tracks academic support services for student-athletes, such as tutoring, study hall, and academic workshops, as assigned.
7. Promotes student-athlete accountability, personal responsibility, and leadership development
8. Communicates concerns related to student-athlete performance or well-being to appropriate college personnel while

maintaining confidentiality

1. Communicates regularly with coaches, athletic administration, and faculty regarding student-athlete academic progress while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. 10. Supports retention and persistence initiatives for student-athletes by identifying at-risk student-athletes and developing individualized success plans.
2. Assists with the transportation of student-athletes to appointments as assigned.
3. As a Campus Security Authority (CSA), report to the official office designated by the institution to collect crime report information, such as the campus police or security department, those allegations of Clery Act crimes that the CSA concludes were made in good faith.
4. Assists with game-day operations, team travel coordination, and special athletic events, as needed.
5. Performs other duties as assigned in support of Athletics and Student Services.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.
• Interacts with and serves a diverse student population in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Adheres to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with CVCC employees, community members, and the public.
• Maintains appropriate work hours as assigned by supervisors or dean. Represents the institution in a positive manner.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent (60 semester hours), from a regionally accredited institution 
• Valid Commercial Driver License(CDL) with proper passenger class qualification
• Clean driving record and ability to meet all DOT and institutional driving requirements
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification 
• Experience driving a commercial passenger vehicle
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
  Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse student populations

Application  Procedures/Additional Information

All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy announcement and must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.

The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at:

https: //w w w.c v.edu/about /leadershiresources/andhttps: //w ww. schooljobs.com/careers/accs/chattahoochee.

Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified.  Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

The College will not incur the cost of applicants' interview expenses.  Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations.  Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.  Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event of a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification (E- Verify), which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.  Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.

CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.

CVCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw thisjob announcement at any time prior to the awarding.