About this position

About DBG Detroit

DBG is more than an after-school program—we're a family. We support Detroit students ages 8–18 through education, athletics, mentorship, and intervention, preparing them to become the leaders and changemakers our world needs, with continued support to the age of 25. Our goal? That DBG graduates are confident, college-bound, career-ready, and community-focused, representing their brilliance in the boardrooms, classrooms, and neighborhoods of the future.

Job description:

JOB DESCRIPTION: Bus Driver

The Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program (www.dbgdetroit.org) is a nonprofit, free after-school program for youth ages 8-18. Through education, athletics, mentorship, and intervention, the Downtown Boxing Gym (DBG) empowers Detroit students to become positive and productive members of society.

DBG is seeking a part-time Bus Driver to assist the Transportation team in the daily transport of our students. This role reports directly to the Lead Driver For consideration, please include a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a copy of your Commercial Driver’s License when applying for this position

COMPENSATION

Job Type: Part-Time (20 hrs/week) Schedule: Monday - Friday

Pay: starts at $20.00/hr Split shift: 2:00p-4:00p/6:00p-8:00p

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Safe transport of DBG students to and from DBG’s on-site program

Transport students from school to DBG

2. Manage the behavior of the students on the bus

Maintain an orderly environment on the bus
Ensure the students remain seated at all times while riding the bus

3. Volunteer for at least 4 DBG activities/ events annually

4. Other responsibilities may be assigned as DBG strategic direction and/or role changes occur

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements: High School diploma or GED
Current Commercial Driver’s License with B/P/S endorsements and ability to pass background check
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Comfortable working with technology - using GPS systems for delivery routes
Ability to work collaboratively with team members, volunteers, and others
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Experience working with a diverse and high-needs student population
Time management skills required
Ability to work collaboratively
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Be respectful of all staff, students, families, and our community
Able to rapidly adapt to changing situations

At DBG, we go above and beyond,

not because we have to, but because we want to!

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person