Position Summary

The Shuttle Bus Driver provides safe, reliable, and courteous transportation for Institute for Advanced Study community members and visitors along a scheduled shuttle route between the Institute and the Town of Princeton/Princeton University. Working Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the driver operates the Institute shuttle bus, adheres to the published schedule, and helps ensure a positive experience for all riders. This position reports to the Administrative Services Supervisor.

Essential Job Duties

• Safely operate the Institute shuttle bus on the scheduled route between the Institute for Advanced Study and Princeton / Princeton University, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• Adhere to the established route, stops, and timetable, and communicate promptly with the Administrative Services Supervisor regarding delays, detours, or service disruptions.

• Greet and assist passengers courteously, including helping riders with luggage, mobility aids, or other accessibility needs as appropriate.

• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, as well as Institute safety policies and procedures.

• Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report mechanical problems, safety concerns, or damage immediately.

• Keep the interior and exterior of the shuttle clean, presentable, and in good working order; fuel the vehicle as directed.

• Maintain accurate daily logs, including trip times and any ridership counts, incidents, or maintenance issues.

• Respond appropriately to accidents, emergencies, or medical situations in accordance with Institute procedures, and file incident reports as required.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and any required certifications, and promptly report any change in license status.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Administrative Services Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid New Jersey driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Minimum of two years of professional driving experience preferred.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and motor vehicle record review.

• Knowledge of the Princeton, New Jersey, area roadways, or the ability to learn the route quickly.

• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse community of scholars, staff, and visitors.

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods and to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., passenger luggage).

• Punctuality, dependability, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a shuttle bus, van, or other passenger transportation vehicle preferred.

• Current CPR / First Aid certification.

• Completion of a provided defensive driving course.

• Prior customer service or hospitality experience.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in and around a shuttle bus, in all weather conditions and varying traffic. The role requires prolonged sitting and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

The Institute for Advanced Study retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position at any time.

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $22.00 - $25.00. This is a part-time, non-benefit-eligible position. NJ Paid Sick Leave accrual is available.

The Institute for Advanced Study is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Institute

Since its founding in 1930, the Institute for Advanced Study has served as a model for protecting and promoting independent inquiry, prompting the establishment of similar institutes around the world, and underscoring the importance of academic freedom worldwide. Current philanthropic support and a reliable stream of endowment-generated revenue allow its permanent Faculty and visiting researchers (known as Members) to freely determine the course of their study. The Institute’s mission and culture have produced an exceptional record of achievement. Among its present and past Faculty and Members are 37 Nobel Laureates, 49 of the 68 Fields Medalists, and 25 of the 29 Abel Prize Laureates, as well as many MacArthur Fellows and Wolf Prize winners.