Area General Manager

In a city that never stops moving, transportation is more than a service, it's the pulse of the community. As the Area General Manager for Transdev Las Vegas, you will lead the fixed‑route operations that keep one of the world’s most iconic destinations running. Partnering with the RTC of Southern Nevada, you will oversee a multi‑facility, high‑volume transit system that supports residents, workers, and millions of visitors every year.

Transdev is the largest private operator of passenger transit in North America, bringing global expertise and innovation to the unique challenges of the Mojave Desert.

Our mission is simple: to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good. In Las Vegas, this means supporting a community that runs 24/7 and depends on safe, dependable, and sustainable transportation.

Your decisions directly impact service delivery, client relationships, workforce culture, and operational outcomes across multiple facilities. Your leadership sets the tone for one of our most visible and influential operations.

• Competitive Salary: $176,000 – $220,000, based on experience.
• Target Bonus: 20%
• Paid Time Off:
  Minimum 2 weeks’ vacation, 5 sick days
• 12 Paid Holidays: 8 standard + 4 floating
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short‑term disability
• Optional long‑term disability

The Area General Manager will provide senior‑level leadership across multiple operating facilities, ensuring operational performance, customer satisfaction, and compliance with all contractual and safety standards.

• Oversee daily operations for multi‑facility fixed‑route transit services.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to management teams across locations.
• Establish business goals and performance targets aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead and support the successful implementation or management of BRT systems (preferred experience).

• Serve as primary liaison with clients, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure delivery service aligns with contractual obligations and community expectations.
• Address and resolve escalated service, customer, and operational issues.

• Hire, train, develop, and retain high‑performing management teams.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and ensure strong bench strength.
• Build strong employee and union relationships; oversee labor agreements, grievances, and contract negotiations.

• Develop annual operating and capital budgets in partnership with regional leadership.
• Monitor financial performance, asset management, and cost‑control measures.
• Oversee revenue contracts, billing, scheduling, and reporting functions.

• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (FTA, FMCSR, OSHA, etc.).
• Maintain a strong safety culture across all facilities and service teams.
• Oversee maintenance programs to ensure safe, clean, and reliable fleet operations.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience in fixed‑route transit operations
• 5+ years managing multi‑unit locations, preferably with over 700 employees.
• Strong labor/union relations experience (including negotiations and arbitrations)
• Experience working with city, county, and state government agencies.
• Proven ability to manage complex operational, financial, and personnel issues.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly organized, strategic, and able to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Preferred

• Experience implementing or managing BRT services.
• Previous high‑level leadership in a large metropolitan transit system

• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts as business needs require.
• A combination of office and field work, including time spent in outdoor…