Transit Compliance Specialist

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework

Job summary

The Transit Compliance Specialist at Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) supports ensuring the DOT drug/alcohol testing program remains compliant with 49 CFR Part 40 and Part 655, and aligns with MTA policy. Based in Brooklyn, NY, this role involves handling records and coordinating with stakeholders.

The position may require occasional after-hours work and travel to other MTA sites; telework is available one day per week. A BA/BS and at least one year of related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience.
• Credentials related to workplace drug/alcohol testing are a plus.
• Familiarity with transit operating rules and MTA policies

Responsibilities

• Maintain transit drug/alcohol testing records securely and confidentially.
• Obtain testing history for applicants and employees in DOT-regulated positions.
• Coordinate with MROs, collectors, technicians, HR recruiters, SAPs to ensure compliance.
• Support inquiries on policy and regulations and develop training materials.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• May work outside normal hours; travel to other locations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Confidentiality

MS Office

Video conferencing tools

Education

BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Safety/Security, Public Policy, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing tools (Teams, Zoom, Webex)

Job description

Supervisor

Senior Manager DER Transit Compliance Ops

Description

JOB TITLE: Transit Compliance Specialist

Dept/Div

Occupational Health Services

Supervisor

Senior Manager DER Transit Compliance Ops

WORK LOCATION

300 Cadman Plaza W, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Hours Of Work

8:00 am - 4:30 pm (7.5 hours/day, or as required)

FULL/PART-TIME

FULL

Salary Range

$80,000 - $92,042

Deadline

Until filled

This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Opening

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Job Summary

The Transit Compliance Specialist supports the Assistant Manager, Transit Compliance with ensuring the Transit drug/alcohol testing program is compliant with federal substance abuse testing/detection/deterrence requirements mandated by Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including those specified under Title 49 CFR Part 40 (Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs) and Part 655 (FTA – Federal Transit Administration). This also includes compliance with additional requirements set forth in MTA policy.

Responsibilities

• To ensure compliance with DOT regulations and MTA policy, retrieve and securely/confidentially maintain Transit drug/alcohol testing records (electronic and hard-copy), including, but not limited to, pre-placement and post-hire drug test results, employee testing notification forms, supervisor excusal of random/follow-up testing, supervisor referrals for post-accident/reasonable suspicion testing, supervisor/employee training, SAP evaluation and follow-up testing prescriptions, etc.
• To ensure compliance with DOT regulations relative to the placement of job applicants into DOT-regulated positions, obtain drug/alcohol testing history from previous DOT-regulated employers of job applicants (as well as existing employees seeking placement into a DOT-regulated position) necessary for job qualification and placement.
• Liaise with corporate MROs, specimen collectors, alcohol testing technicians, Labor Relations attorneys, Human Resources recruiters, and SAPs as required to ensure compliance with MTA policy concerning potential drug/alcohol testing violations.
• To meet DOT requirements of federally regulated employers, support inquiries from field liaisons, supervisors, and employees concerning MTA policy and federal regulation related to drug/alcohol testing requirements, as well as development and distribution of drug/alcohol processing standards/practices, educational material, and related training.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
• Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable
• Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to consistently secure and preserve the confidentiality of regulated testing data and related documentation.
• Capable of working effectively in a high-profile/high-pressure environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, as well as video web conferencing tools, such as Teams, Zoom, Webex, GoToMeeting, etc.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business Administration, Transportation, Safety/Security, Public Policy, Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience. Credentials relative to workplace drug/alcohol testing are a plus.

The Following Is/are Preferred

• Familiarity with Transit operating rules, collective bargaining agreements, as well as MTA policies and system applications

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.