Deputy Director - Light Rail Operations

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION Join the Team That Moves Maryland! Now Hiring:
Deputy Director - Light Rail Operations (Administrator VII) (0939)

Are you ready to take on a career where your work directly impacts the lives of thousands of Marylanders every day? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving real-time challenges, and feel motivated by meaningful public service?

If so, the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) wants you on our team.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking a Deputy Director of Light Rail Operations. The right leader will be responsible for providing overall leadership of Light Rail Operations in formulating and achieving public transportation goals and objectives.

• Ensures the Light Rail system follows the safety standards and maintains accountability for all safety performance measures for the agency and subordinate employees.
• Provides overall leadership of Light Rail Operations and responsible for formulating and achieving public transportation objectives.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities, and budgets for assigned projects, services, and functional area within the Divisions; makes recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Participates in contract negotiations, administration of collective bargaining agreements, grievance investigations and arbitration proceedings.
• Provides support to the division/department and others on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to light rail operations and maintenance; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively;
  
  ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Provides leadership direction to staff; coordinates and/or provides developmental work plan, trainings, advice, and counsel for staff; manages employee relations and takes appropriate corrective action manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the division and all related staff.
• Act as the delegate in the absence of the Director.
• Other duties as assigned. This vacancy is located in Baltimore, MD

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Transportation, Administration, Management, Public Safety or related field.

Experience:

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in Bus Operations, Rail Operations, Public Safety and/or related field, to include three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience.

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to rail transportation.

Notes: U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Managers should foster a positive safety culture by leading with integrity and establishing departmental safety practices and procedures for all employees. Managers should attend and participate in safety meetings and adhere to and enforce all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Ensure employees are properly trained and provided with personal protective equipment to conduct their job functions in a safe manner.

Report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately to the Office of Safety.…