Part-Time Shuttle Driver - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts - North Adams

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Part-Time Shuttle Driver is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation services for students participating in academic and co-curricular activities. This position operates college-owned vans and transports students to field placements, internships, community engagement sites, and designated shopping destinations in North Adams, Pittsfield, and surrounding areas. The Shuttle Driver serves as an ambassador of the College by fostering a welcoming, student-centered environment while ensuring compliance with all transportation safety regulations and institutional policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate College-owned passenger vans in accordance with all federal, state, and local traffic laws.
• Transport students to and from field placements, internships, volunteer sites, and other approved educational experiences.
• Provide scheduled shopping shuttle services to local stores and businesses in North Adams, Pittsfield, and surrounding communities.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any maintenance concerns or safety issues.
• Maintain accurate transportation logs, mileage records, and passenger counts.
• Ensure vehicles remain clean, fueled, and ready for scheduled use.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting vehicles as needed.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents, or unexpected travel disruptions.
• Adhere to all College transportation policies, procedures, and risk management guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle record review and any required background checks.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Previous experience driving passenger vans, shuttles, or similar vehicles.
• Experience working with college students or in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of Berkshire County roads and surrounding communities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Ability to assist with loading and unloading light items when necessary.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefitted position starting 9/2/2026 running through 5/14/2027. This position is 15-18 hours per week, requiring evening and weekend availability depending on operational needs. 

Salary for this position is $18-$21/hour. 

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources. 

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.  

Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both. 

Lucas Morrill

Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator 

375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247 

Telephone: (413) 662-5103

Titleix@mcla.edu 

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights  

33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424  

Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877) 521-2172  

OCR.Boston@ed.gov