Manager- Engineering Training & Operations

Description

Job Title: Manager - Engineering Training & Operational Support

Department: Engineering

MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road

Primary Location(s): Bethpage

Salary Range: $110,594 - $138,242

Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Non-Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: N/A

Closing Date (if applicable): Open Until Filled

Shift: Day

Telework Eligible: Yes

Driver's License

Required:

Yes

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

Please note that this position has been designated as a “Policy Maker” pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics. As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics.

* Please note, only current LIRR employees will be considered*

This position will provide support to the various disciplines within the Engineering Department. It is responsible for managing, coordinating, and scheduling all training activities for management and craft level employees within the Engineering Department and for ensuring that the Engineering Department is compliant with corporate, state and federal regulations, including FRA, and state-related mandated training (i.e., GOER). Support training and coordinate various safety-related initiatives and requirements for Engineering employees.

In addition, this position will provide operational support and be responsible for supporting emergency efforts, including Customer Appreciation Program (CAP) for Engineering, and researching and booking lodging for the Engineering department during emergencies.

• Create and maintain Training Database for scheduling, tracking and ensuring compliance with all mandated Safety and Regulatory training (i. e. RWP, RWIC, Right to Know etc.) in Engineering. Liaison between Training department and Engineering disciplines in scheduling required training. Engineering liaison between Corporate Development and Training and Corporate Safety departments and Engineering. Coordinate and assist in the development and application of all FRA Mandated Minimum Refresher Training Standards
• Create and maintain Training Database for scheduling, tracking and ensuring compliance with all NYS and MTA Corporate Compliance Mandated Training (Annual Requirements) and related required training. Engineering liaison between Corporate Development and Training and Engineering Disciplines.
• Support Engineering Safety and Compliance staff in multiple areas, ensuring compliance with all Medical Surveillance programs, including but not limited to respirators and other related requirements. Scheduling, coordinating, and tracking programs. Act as the liaison between Engineering Safety and the Disciplines to help ensure compliance.
• Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to…