Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager – Transit

NOTE:

The following position is for a proposed new/future business within Transdev. Only candidates meeting the work experience requirements will be considered.

The Assistant General Manager supports the General Manager in directing the passenger transit operations. This position is based in Boston, MA. The Assistant General Manager is responsible for the day-to‑to‑day operations of the contract, facility, and safety of personnel and passengers, customer service, and managing the financials.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $–maximum $

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

• Directs daily operations management.
• Provides strategic planning and direction to the operations staff.
• Manages contract compliance.
• Has shared responsibility for scheduling, performance evaluation, and staffing responsibilities for the facility's management staff.
• Other duties as required.

Travel requirement outside of immediate area:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or related field preferred.
• 5+7 years of supervisory or management level experience in the passenger transportation industry
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws
• Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations underlying the transit operation
• Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system’s staff and operational departments
• Ability to deal with state and local government
• Ability to manage cost control and financial/budget experience handling multiple locations
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to detail
• Ability to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiations.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.

Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicles and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions.

U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative…