Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager

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

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $79,000 – maximum $89,000
• Eligibility for Corporate Short-Term Incentive Bonus Program, offering a target bonus opportunity of up to 10% of base salary based on individual, business, and overall performance goals.
• 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.

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

• 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 a 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.

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions – 25% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations 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.

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

About Transdev:
Transdev operates transportation systems across the United States, maintaining vehicles and fleets and delivering mobility solutions. Transdev employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations.