ASSISTANT VP OF BUS OPERATIONS

smart Europe GmbH; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

smart Europe GmbH in Detroit, MI, is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Bus Operations to lead terminal transportation and maintenance operations. The role includes coordinating daily transit services, supervising staff, and ensuring safe, reliable service delivery.

The position may involve assignments to Clinton Township, Troy, or Inkster, Michigan. Competitive salary ~ $116,209.60 annually, with strong leadership, budgeting and CDL readiness expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or seven years of transportation management experience.
• Five years of supervisory experience in transportation and/or maintenance management.
• Equivalent education and experience may substitute minimum requirements.
• Knowledgeable in heavy-duty diesel/gasoline vehicle repair.
• Ability to obtain a Michigan CDL with proper endorsements within 30 days.
• Proficient in Windows-based MS Word and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, directs, and supervises daily transit and maintenance activities to meet service requirements.
• Oversees vault house function for secure handling of fare revenues.
• Supervises administrative staff and training of dispatchers, road supervisors, and maintenance supervisors.
• Assists in scheduling and training of fixed route and connector bus operators.
• Counsels division employees and issues discipline as appropriate.
• Represents the Authority at grievance meetings and assists in budget development.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Planning, Public Administration or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

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ASSISTANT VP OF BUS OPERATIONS

Full Time Professional DOWNTOWN, Detroit, MI, US

Salary Range: $116,209.60 To $116,209.60 Annually

Job Title: Assistant Vice President of Bus Operations

*Please note that the selected candidate could be assigned to our Clinton Township, Troy, or Inkster, Michigan locations.*

Department: Operations

General Summary

Under general supervision, the Terminal Manager coordinates and directs all phases of transportation and maintenance activities for the terminal. Responsible for the scheduling, training and supervision of first line supervisory employees and administrative staff; assists in the coordination and training of Fixed Route and Connector Operators.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates, directs, and supervises the daily transit and maintenance activities of the terminal ensuring that there are appropriate manpower and sufficient coaches available to meet scheduled service requirements.

Oversees the vault house function to ensure proper and secure handling of fare revenues collected through Fixed Route and Connector transit services.

Supervises, staffs and directs administrative staff.

Coordinates, directs and supervises the scheduling and training of dispatchers, road supervisors and maintenance supervisors. Assists in the coordination of scheduling and training of fixed route and connector bus operators.

Counsels division employees and issues discipline as appropriate.

Represents the Authority at first and second step grievance meetings for represented employees.

Assists in the development and compliance of division operations budget.

Investigates accidents to ensure compliance with Authority policies and procedures.

Responds to and investigates passenger inquiries and complaints relating to routes, schedules, safety, and driver/passenger relations.

Surveys new routes and recommends existing schedule changes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Planning, Public Administration or related field or seven (7) years of progressive experience in transportation management.
• Five years supervisory experience in transportation and/or maintenance management and schedule preparation.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for minimum requirements.
• Knowledgeable in the repair of heavy-duty diesel and gasoline powered vehicles.
• Ability to obtain a Michigan Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with proper endorsements within thirty (30) days of appointment.
• Proficient in the use of Windows-based MS Word and MS Excel applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team leadership and interpersonal skills. Problem solving and analytical skills.

THE AUTHORITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE OR CHANGE THIS JOB DESCRIPTION AT ANY TIME.