Strategic Transit Operations Leader

RiseMe; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & holidays

3% 401(k) employer match

CTAA certification bonus possibility

Job summary

OATS Transit in Columbia, MO seeks an Operations Director to lead statewide transit operations from a home-office in Columbia. You will oversee fleet management, safety programs, budgeting, and regional leadership across six regions to ensure safe, reliable service for thousands of community members.

With 5–7 years in transit operations and a bachelor’s degree, you will drive safety, efficiency, and strategic planning while coordinating with vendors and executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership in transit operations or large-scale fleet management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Public Administration, or related field.
• Experience in non-profit or public transit settings preferred; strong regulatory knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage a decentralized workforce and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet management, asset lifecycle, and maintenance across a large decentralized transit fleet.
• Lead vendor relationships with maintenance vendors and fuel suppliers nationwide.
• Assist in budget forecasting for vehicle replacements and technology upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with FTA, DOT, and state regulations; develop safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Transit software

AVL/GPS tracking

Data analytics tools

Job description

OATS Transit in Columbia, MO seeks an Operations Director to lead statewide transit operations from a home-office in Columbia. You will oversee fleet management, safety programs, budgeting, and regional leadership across six regions to ensure safe, reliable service for thousands of community members.

With 5–7 years in transit operations and a bachelor’s degree, you will drive safety, efficiency, and strategic planning while coordinating with vendors and executive leadership.