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APTA BTS-BO-RP-003-09

Recruiting and Retaining Bus Operations Employees

Abstract

This Recommended Practice will assist transit agencies in recruitment and retention of bus operations employees.

Keywords: bus, employee, recruiting, retaining

Summary

  • Understand workforce and turnover
  • Update and review job descriptions on a regular basis
  • Select an assessment tool to qualify each candidate
  • Conduct a new-employee orientation
  • Foster open communication, teamwork and opportunities for growth
  • Provide the necessary training for employee development
  • Create a mentoring program for new employees
  • Provide annual performance evaluations that establish goals and recognition for good performance

Document History

Document Number Version Publication Date Publication Related Information
APTA BTS-BC-RP-001-05 12/31/2009 Published Current

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