BUS TRANSPORTATION TECHNICIAN 1641

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class provides technical assistance in the collection and analysis of data relating to the development and implementation of a bus transportation program. The incumbent is expected to exercise some initiative in the performance of duties and to exercise independent judgment in the application of technical knowledge of transportation to work situations. Written and oral reports are reviewed by technical or administrative supervisors for compliance with direction and application of technical principles to work situations. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Conducts long range and short term ridership surveys; recommends place of origin and destination of routes based on data collected; develops schedules and recommends frequency of service required to serve projected ridership;

Prepares maps and visual aids for public relations and promotional programs; establishes liaison with civic groups and the general public to promote public awareness of the bus transportation program;

Assists in the implementation of the program by reviewing bus schedules, operator's driver’s logs, maintenance reports for equipment and field checks of operations for schedule conformance.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the operation, maintenance and inspection practices, procedures and policies governing bus transportation; good knowledge of New York State motor vehicle laws, New York State Department of Transportation laws and all relevant laws and regulations governing bus transportation; working knowledge of the geography and roads of the County; ability to collect and synthesize data and prepare oral and written reports; ability to prepare bus route maps and other visual aids for public dissemination and promotion; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the public, bus operators and other employees; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and two (2) years of experience in the coordination of the operations of a bus transportation system.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At the time of appointment, employees must possess the appropriate license issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. The type of license required will be determined by the appointing authority with respect to the type of vehicle to be operated. License must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

R 11/21/14

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive