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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 08/27/26

Applications Due09/11/26

Vacancy ID222682

NY HELPNo

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleBus Driver - Temporary, New York City Children's Center - Bronx Campus, P27841

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade08

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $40391 to $49743 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Bronx

Street Address New York City Children's Center - Bronx Campus

1000 Waters Place

City Bronx

StateNY

Zip Code10461

Duties Description Bus Drivers regularly drive full-sized passenger buses on state facility grounds or over the road. Incumbents may post manifests and other records of goods and people transported in order to document safe delivery. They are responsible for the welfare and safety of their bus and passengers while on duty. Other duties include:

Knowledge of NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law as it applies to the safe and legal operation of the vehicle in question.

Knowledge of simple automotive repair and maintenance procedures.

Ability to lift and carry crates, cartons, boxes and other cargo onto and off of transport vehicles.

Ability in the operation of motor vehicles as required.

Drive a variety of motor vehicles, both on and off State property, in order to transport people, material and equipment

Tend to routine maintenance of vehicles operated to ensure that personnel and material are moved as required (change tires, check fluids and fills when needed, perform safety checks of vehicle horn, directional lights, head, tail, parking and emergency lights, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must possess a valid Class B New York State Driver`s License.

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required.

This position is eligible for a down-state adjustment of $4,000.

This is a temporary, 12 month long position.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 718-264-4953

Email Address nyccchr@omh.ny.gov

Address

Street New York City Children’s Center

74-03 Commonwealth Blvd.

City Bellerose

State NY

Zip Code 11426

 

Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.

https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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