Director of Asset Management

The Director of Asset Management is an experienced and knowledgeable leader responsible for oversight of all functions and activities of METRO’s Maintenance Department.

In this role, the Director provides direct responsibility for maintaining METRO’s equipment and buildings in an optimal manner to accomplish METRO’s mission as a leader in the transit industry. This position will direct and oversee the maintenance functions at each operating facility and will maintain knowledge of “state-of-the-art” coach equipment, repair, and inspection also while developing improved and effective maintenance programs.

The Director of Asset Management will support a safety and customer service culture through programs, procedures, and other related work to achieve METRO’s mission and strategic outcomes. The position is responsible for meeting or exceeding all of METRO’s policies and procedures with strict adherence to all local, state and federal regulations; and performing related duties as assigned with supervisory responsibilities for the Fleet Manager, the Facilities Manager and Maintenance Administrative Assistant.

• Directs and manages the maintenance of all buses, buildings, and equipment to achieve the goals of a safe, clean, and reliable public transit system.
• Ensures there is enough equipment available for service requirements.
• Ensures facilities are kept in a good state of repair.
• Manages implementation/testing of new technologies; performs the initial evaluation of a product’s practicality.
• As needed, participates in assigned METRO Board of Directors subcommittee meetings and makes presentations to the Board.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department’s annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Monitors developments in legislation related to maintenance matters and evaluates their impact on METRO’s operations; recommends and implements policy and procedural improvements to meet legislative obligations.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in maintenance; research emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to METRO’s needs.

• Represents Maintenance interests during contract negotiations with the union.

• Provides supervisory responsibilities by monitoring department workload for efficiency, conducting annual reviews of staff performance, finding opportunities for and conducting training, addressing staff questions and concerns, developing individual goals and objectives for staff members, and interviewing and hiring staff.

Performs other job-related duties as requested. May be required to attend meetings outside of regular working hours. This position requires a pre-employment screening.

This position requires a proactive, solutions-oriented leader with exceptional interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to public transit excellence. The Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation at METRO.

• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of maintenance programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Major bus and related vehicular fleet maintenance functions.
• Advanced technology in bus equipment maintenance, repair, and inspection.
• Advanced principles and practices of personnel management including supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Sources of federal, state, and local funding used for organization programs, funding practices of federal, state,…