Manager of Rail Transportation

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

Salary Range: $87,939 - $114,321

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

• Provides effective, day to day leadership for the Rail Transportation department.
• Plans, develops, implements and oversees all light rail standard operating procedures, emergency operating procedures and rulebook.
• Oversees all light rail Operations training and certification programs.
• Participates in the development of strategies, goals, objectives and performance indicators to enhance performance in support of the organization's mission statement.
• Establishes a Rail Operations Control Center that will effectively respond to both routine and emergency situations in a manner the will minimize any negative impacts on our patrons.
• Ensures that quality and safety are integrated into all aspects of their responsibilities.
• Manages track access program and participates in the development of a Railway Worker Protection certification program.
• Participates in the development of the operating and capital budgets.
• Participates in the development of safety plans, programs and procedures.
• Administers the provisions of the labor agreement, resolves grievances and other labor issues as appropriate.
• Projects staffing needs and manages resources to ensure that all service is delivered as scheduled.
• Maintains a positive, professional work environment that encourages respect, effective communication, recognizes accomplishment.
• Supervises the employee selection and hiring process for transportation supervisors, conducts performance evaluations and takes corrective action as required.
• On call 24 hours a day and assumes proactive leadership in urgent or emergency management situations.
• Conducts and/or directs the investigation of accidents/incidents to identify trends and training needs, minimize recurrence and assist in the determination of preventability under agreed upon guidelines.
• Manages records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Prepares and/or coordinates with other departments any documentation required in support of the FTA triennial reviews, drug and alcohol audits, independent audits, state audits, EEO Program audit, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; must clearly and fluently speak and read the English language.
• Proven ability to effectively work with others in an operating and unionized environment.
• Knowledge of Operating, Maintenance and Safety Rules and Regulations pertaining to Light Rail Systems.

• Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential.
• Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected.
• Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.
• Software applications:
  Microsoft Office Suite

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Ensure all employees and contractors are properly trained and understand all rules, safety policies, and procedures to perform their work functions safely. Promote safety awareness by attending safety committee meetings and…