Senior Transit Operations Leader – Safety & Growth

Transdev North America, Inc.; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation

Sick days

Holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Job summary

Transdev Service, Inc. is seeking an Assistant General Manager for its Auburn University Shuttle contract.

The role oversees operations, safety, staff management, asset control, risk, client satisfaction, and financial performance within the contract scope. The successful candidate will have a four-year degree (desirable) and at least five years of bus operation leadership experience, with strong knowledge of regulations, labor relations, and budget management.

Qualifications

• Completion of a four (4) year college degree in a relevant field is desirable, although a combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
• Experience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation or a related field, or equivalent business experience, is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience managing a fixed route or paratransit bus operation of similar size and scope.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
• Thorough knowledge of transit system regulations and operations.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
• Ability to manage cost control and financial budget.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of technology, apps, Wi-Fi, and understanding of transportation technology.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiations.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Responsibilities

• Proven relationship builder with employees, the client, union partners, and the community
• According to the contract, sets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team and leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives
• Responsible for identifying and developing business growth opportunities
• Responsible for optimizing the return on assets deployed within the business to include vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management
• Responsible for identifying and analyzing KPIs to maintain positive results
• Ensures services are provided within budget and action plans are developed and implemented to improve operational efficiencies
• Responsible for determining and delivering business unit budget
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and compliance with Transdev corporate safety standards
• Responsible for all staff management, development and training in liaison with the corporate team as appropriate
• Ensures effective environmental compliance and sustainability management
• Provides complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting
• Other duties as required

Education

Four-year college degree in a relevant field (desirable)

Job description

Transdev Service, Inc. is seeking an Assistant General Manager for its Auburn University Shuttle contract.

The role oversees operations, safety, staff management, asset control, risk, client satisfaction, and financial performance within the contract scope. The successful candidate will have a four-year degree (desirable) and at least five years of bus operation leadership experience, with strong knowledge of regulations, labor relations, and budget management.