Supervisor, Union Positions Admin

Metra is America’s fourth busiest commuter rail system, providing essential transportation services to a community of over 9.4 million residents. As an organization of over 2,600 professionals, we are committed to safely and efficiently meeting the growing and changing transportation needs of the commuters and businesses we serve.
To meet those needs, Metra employs a diverse workforce in an environment that fosters creativity and drives innovation. We invite you to learn more about Metra and the many career opportunities we offer.

Administrative Support(Including Clerical and Sales)

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Mechanical coordinates and oversees the repair, inspection, cleaning, rebuilding, replacing and maintenance of 1,180 pieces of rolling stock used in commuter service. The department’s goal is to provide safe, clean and reliable service while maintaining the fleet to the standards of the Federal Railroad Administration, Association of American Railroads, American Public Transit Association and the original equipment manufacturers.

Reporting directly to the Chief Mechanical Officer, the position will be responsible for
supervising the maintenance and administration of all departmental labor force databases
including: job postings, awards, bumps, abolishments, seniority, discipline, and work histories for use in employee transfers, bumping, and promotions, in accordance with applicable labor agreements. The position will also coordinate and administer the Mechanical Apprentice Program.

The primary duties include:

Assign, provide guidance, monitor, and approve tasks perform by staff. Ensure training needs are met and evaluate performance.

Supervise and manage bi-weekly job postings and awards, facilitate bumps, and oversee abolishments in accordance with applicable labor agreements.

Maintain databases and personnel files containing information on contract and management employees including records of termination, leave of absences, and pending hearings.

Administer the Mechanical Apprentice Program including working with the Workforce Education Department and division managers to place apprentices for on-the-job training (OJT), track progress throughout the length of the program, and submit verification of hours in the program for veterans through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.

Submit department requisitions for open positions, conduct candidate interviews for the apprentice program and for union positions, and participate in recommending hires.

Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary and/or termination procedures.

Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster…