Supervisor, Transit System & Support (Light Rail)

Regional Transportation District; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation District in Colorado is seeking a Rail Operations Supervisor to oversee Rail Operators and coordinate real-time service with the Regional Operations Center, ensuring on-time performance and safety.

You will manage incidents, implement solutions like single-tracking and bus bridges, uphold regulatory requirements, and foster a positive customer experience while supporting cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• Must pass safety/DSPD background checks as applicable.
• Ability to obtain Light Rail Vehicle Operator certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Rail Operators with training, coaching, and performance management.
• Oversee daily rail operations to ensure safe, reliable service delivery.
• Maintain real‑time communication with the Regional Operations Center to coordinate service adjustments.
• Respond to service disruptions and incidents with approved operational solutions.
• Ensure compliance with rail operating rules, policies, and federal regulations.

Skills

Transit operations

Safety & compliance

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position supervises Rail Operators and supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of rail transit services. Working closely with the Regional Operations Center (ROC), the role coordinates real‑time service control, responds to incidents, and ensures on‑time performance while maintaining strong communication between ROC staff and Operators. Responsibilities include monitoring system performance, making operational decisions to optimize service reliability, and supporting incident management to minimize disruptions. The position ensures compliance with operational and regulatory requirements, promotes positive customer experience, and collaborates on union‑related matters to maintain a productive work environment. A strong commitment to safety and professional conduct is essential in all aspects of the role. This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the RTD Drug and Alcohol Policy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise Rail Operators, including training, coaching, performance management, and ensuring equitable treatment.
• Oversee daily rail operations by resolving operational issues, supporting Operators, and ensuring safe, reliable service delivery.
• Maintain real‑time communication with the Regional Operations Center to coordinate service adjustments and relay critical information.
• Respond to service disruptions and emergencies, implementing operational solutions such as single‑tracking, bus bridges, and medical response coordination.
• Ensure compliance with rail operating rules, policies, procedures, and federal regulations, including conducting fit‑for‑duty observations.
• Perform hazard analyses, safety assessments, and service reliability evaluations; monitor construction impacts and recommend operational adjustments.
• Document incidents and operational decisions and prepare reports for safety, compliance, and performance improvement reviews.
• Conduct inspections of stations, platforms, yards, and facilities to ensure safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness.
• Support customer service by assisting passengers, monitoring rider behavior, and ensuring adherence to agency rules and standards.
• Collaborate with internal departments, participate in committees, and support cross‑functional initiatives to enhance rail operations and service performance.
• Performs all other job‑related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year in transit operations, maintenance, schedule making, or a related support function. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) background screening. This screening includes but may not be limited to: fingerprint‑based checks of national crime information databases, and/or state child abuse and elder abuse registries for offenses that may impact the ability of the applicant to have unsupervised contact with vulnerable populations.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire. No DUI, DWI, or Reckless Driving violations in the past 5 years.
• Ability to obtain Light Rail Vehicle Operator certification within 90 days of hire and maintain certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of transit routes, service structures, operating practices, and work rules.
• Understanding of safety standards, hazard analyses, emergency response procedures, and service restoration practices.
• Knowledge of scheduling, reroutes, stop locations, and service delivery adjustments.
• Proficient in assessing service reliability, identifying hazards, and monitoring construction or operational impacts.
• Understanding of drug and alcohol testing requirements and compliance standards.
• Proficient in supervising staff, providing training and coaching, and applying performance management and disciplinary processes.
• Ability to deliver strong customer service and ensure compliance with rider rules and codes of conduct.
• Proficient in collaboration, cross‑functional teamwork, and effective communication across departments.
• Ability to implement leader standard work focused on safety, reliability, and customer experience. Proficient in resolving service‑related challenges and making timely decisions during degraded or emergency operations.
• Ability to ensure operational adherence to legal, regulatory, and collective bargaining requirements. Proficient in accurate documentation, record‑keeping, data entry, and operational reporting.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to identify operational issues early and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend adjustments to routes, stops, layovers, and schedules to improve service performance.
• Ability to determine the need for post‑accident drug and alcohol testing in accordance with policy. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written methods.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail.

OTHER: An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Worker is subject to varying inside and/or outside temperatures, which may include extreme heat (temperatures above 100 degrees) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees).
• Work is performed both inside and outside. Subject to weather.
• Must work under hazardous conditions including high places, chemical exposures, electrical current, moving machinery, exposure to blood, etc.
• The worker is subject to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc., which affect the skin or respiratory system.
• Ability to independently travel between multiple locations as required by operational needs.

CAREER MAP: Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be: Assistant Manager, Rail Operations

Posting Opens: September 30, 2026

Posting Closes: October 15, 2026

We are considering all applications for this position up until October 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Pay Range: $71,043.00 - $100,348.50 Annual

To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: https://www.rtd-denver.com/open-records/reports-and-policies/eeo-policy

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at [e-mail], or the Talent Acquisition team [e-mail].

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.