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WDVA Resident Transportation Driver (Truck Driver 1), Full-Time, Project, Port Orchard
State of Washington
Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Job Description
Summary
This job involves driving veterans in a transitional housing program to medical, legal, and social service appointments in Port Orchard, Washington, while ensuring their safety and providing helpful support.
It's a full-time role until February 2028, with possible extension, focused on making a positive impact on veterans' lives through reliable transportation and assistance.
A good fit would be someone who is patient, detail-oriented, enjoys helping others, and has a clean driving record.
Key Requirements
- Valid Washington state driver's license and safe driving record
- Ability to operate vehicles in compliance with all traffic laws and safety guidelines
- Experience or willingness to transport and assist vulnerable clients, such as veterans, to appointments
- Strong customer service skills to provide quality care and support to residents
- Physical ability to assist clients in and out of vehicles and handle light equipment or personal items
- Reliable communication, including notifying case managers of any issues
- Availability for full-time schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, on-site only
Full Job Description
Resident Transportation Driver
Truck Driver 1
Transitional Housing Program
Full-Time - Project
Port Orchard, Washington
Our team is excited to announce a new opening for a full-time Resident Transportation Driver (Truck Driver 1) in historic Port Orchard, Washington!
In this role, you will provide quality care and customer service to resident Veterans of the Transitional Housing Program by transporting them to and from their medical appointments, legal appointments, and/or social services appointments. Make a difference in Veterans' lives and apply today!
Please note: This is a project role with an expected end date of February 28th, 2028 with the possibility for a project extension. The expected shift for this position is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is not eligible for telework.
*This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.
At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for nearly 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.
As a Resident Transportation Driver for the Transitional Housing Program in Port Orchard, you will ensure Veteran residents are safely transported to their respective appointments, as well as assist with moving medical equipment and personal items as necessary as Veterans move into and out of the the Transitional Housing Program building.
If you are passionate about our mission of "Serving Those Who Served," we encourage you to bring your experience, attention to detail, and a smile, and apply today!
Requirements
Some of what you'll do:
- Operate vehicles safely within applicable laws, safety requirements, and operational guidelines.
- Transport clients to scheduled medical, dental, and mental health appointments at the Veterans Affairs medical facilities.
- Assist with transportation to other appointments such as housing appointments.
- Assist clients to and from vehicles and staying with clients at destination until someone receives them.
- Notify the client's assigned Case Manager is any issues arise with a client.
- Run errands and deliver paperwork and equipment as required.
- Shop for residential items, food, and related items.
- Purchase prepared meals and snacks as needed during medical/court or other appointments.
- Log mileage daily and account for all clients on outgoing and return trips.
- Assist with education and review of bed bugs and other hygiene concerns for incoming clients and their possessions.
- Assist clients after minor surgery for mobility care or by carrying items.
- And more!
Qualifications
Required:
- Valid Washington State driver's license.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be proficient in the English language.
- Experience guiding people in a clean and sober housing center atmosphere.
- At least one (1) year of professional experience working in a residential setting with homeless individuals.
- Must be able to pass criminal background check, prior to hire and every 2 years, in accordance with DVA Policy 615.000 Criminal History Background Checks.
- Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
- Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
Additional Information
Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
- This position is non-represented.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.
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