Ferry Division Executive Leader – Operations & Strategy

California Transit Association; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is seeking a Deputy General Manager for the Ferry Division to plan, organize and direct all activities of the division, including operations, maintenance and marine engineering. The role reports to the General Manager and exercises initiative to develop and execute policies and procedures related to ferry operations.

The incumbent will supervise staff, manage budgets, coordinate with planning staff and other agencies, and represent the

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the administration, operations, maintenance and marine engineering activities of the Ferry Transit Division; coordinates services with the Bus Transit Deputy General Manager and with other transit agencies.
• Acts as a liaison between the Board of Directors, its committees and the Ferry Division on passenger ferry policy, programs and related matters; prepares detailed reports and recommendations for agenda items.
• Establishes guidelines, reviews and approves the Ferry Division budget for presentation to the Board of Directors; recommends purchase of necessary major equipment including watercraft.
• Represents the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District at national and regional meetings related to ferry transit operations.
• Oversees labor relations matters related to the Ferry Division, which includes a lead role in negotiations and arbitration of grievances. Conducts final step grievance hearings and appeal decisions with unions operating in the Ferry Division.
• Participates in the preparation and issuance of bid documents by the District and makes recommendations to the Board regarding acceptance of bids received for shipyard contracts.
• Makes recommendations to the General Manager on staffing and wages in the Ferry Division.
• Works with District Planning staff and other transit agencies to develop, review and coordinate schedule changes and service expansion/reduction plans.
• Studies methods to bring about economical staffing and equipment use while providing maximum service.
• Conducts special studies and investigations on transportation problems and prepares reports for the General Manager, Directors and District Committees as requested.
• Coordinates with and makes recommendations to District engineers and architectural consultants concerning marine construction contracts.
• Responds to evening and weekend emergency calls as needed.
• Supervises and directs staff within the Division.
• Manages and oversees critical shipyard projects, and design consultants in preparation of new vessel construction documents and technical drawings.
• Responsible for ensuring that the division complies, maintains and/or enforces all regulatory compliance with US Coast Guard, state and federal regulations, and other agencies.
• Ensures that appropriate safety and health policies, procedures and programs are effectively implemented; that adequate resources and priority are assigned to correcting hazardous conditions, and that applicable safety program activities are carried out.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

Job description

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is seeking a Deputy General Manager for the Ferry Division to plan, organize and direct all activities of the division, including operations, maintenance and marine engineering. The role reports to the General Manager and exercises initiative to develop and execute policies and procedures related to ferry operations.

The incumbent will supervise staff, manage budgets, coordinate with planning staff and other agencies, and represent the