Transit Operations Supervisor

City of Janesville Wisconsin; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Janesville as a Transit Operations Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in providing reliable transit services. You will oversee operations, manage schedules, and ensure safety protocols while contributing to a vital public service. This role involves direct leadership in improving community mobility and rider experience.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Plan with City contribution

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in transit or related fields.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of transit system.
• Supervise and support Bus Drivers.
• Manage schedules and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Public Service

Safety Administration

Customer Service

Education

Associate degree in transportation management or related field

Job description

Drive Excellence in Janesville’s Transit Service – Become our next

Transit Operations Supervisor!

Lead with purpose. Serve with pride.

Are you a natural leader with a passion for public service and transportation? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where safety, service, and efficiency come first? If so, we want YOU to join our Transit team as a Transit Operations Supervisor!

In this key leadership role, you’ll keep our city moving by overseeing the daily operations of our transit system. From supervising Bus Drivers to managing schedules and safety programs, your work will directly impact the experience of riders across our community.

What You’ll Do:

• Help deliver reliable, courteous, and on-time bus service to the public
• Supervise, support, and schedule a dedicated team of Bus Drivers
• Prepare weekly driver schedules and manage payroll
• Administer safety protocols and oversee training programs
• Investigate customer complaints and ensure quality service

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference in how people live, work, and connect
• Be a leader in a vital public service operation
• Enjoy a team-focused, mission-driven work environment
• Contribute to a safe, efficient, and rider-friendly transit system

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What qualifications are necessary for the role?

To be successful and well prepared for this position, the minimum education and experience required includes:

• An associate degree in transportation management, planning, logistics, safety administration, public administration, business administration, finance, accounting, or related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transit, transportation, paratransit, rail, aviation, logistics, motorcoach, or school bus operations.
• A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.
• A valid, state-issued Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement and no Air Brake Restrictions and an excellent driving record at time of hire is required.

Unsure you meet the qualifications?

A combination of equivalent experience, education, or professional training that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position as determined by the Human Resources Office may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements.

What is the typical schedule?

You will work Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. However, additional hours per week is common and occasional Saturday shifts are required.

What is the pay?

The starting annual salary for this position is $66,153($31.80 per hour); this is a non-exempt position. This position is also eligible for annual economic adjustments and performance-based adjustments, as approved by the City Council.

Are there other benefits?

Absolutely! Besides being an exceptional community for living and/or working, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off:Generous amount of paid time off, right away!
  1. Vacation: You will receive a prorated amount of 15 days – based upon the number of full months work to year end. On January 1 of the following year, you will receive the full 15 days.
  2. Floating Holidays: You will receive a prorated amount of 3 days – based upon the number of full months worked to year end. On January 1 of the following year, you will receive the full 3 days.
  3. Holidays: You will receive 8 paid holidays per year.
  4. Sick: You will earn 8 hours of sick time each full month worked.
• Insurance:CoJ offers several insurance options, to fit your own personal needs!
  1. Janesville Health & Wellness Center:CoJ recently opened the Janesville Health & Wellness Center that offers a variety of comprehensive primary care services free of charge if you are enrolled in CoJ’s medical insurance plan or for a low cost if not enrolled in CoJ’s medical insurance plan.
  2. Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options,
  3. Life Insurance: CoJ pays the basic premium for your life insurance; there are additional options you can enroll is as well.
  4. Disability:Short-term and long-term disability coverage options.
  5. Retirement: Notably, the City of Janesville is part of the Wisconsin Retirement System, recognized as one of the nation's best-funded and best-managed public pension systems, ranking as the 8th largest in the United States. For 2025, both the employer and employee contribute 6.95%, totaling 13.9% of earnings contributed each paycheck.

Furthermore, the City of Janesville strives to ease the transition between employers by minimizing the stress associated with gaps in insurance coverage. For new hires before the 15^th of the month, medical, dental, and vision insurance become effective on the date of hire. For those hired on or after the 15th of the month, these benefits kick in on the 1st of the following month.

Ready to join CoJ’s team?

Apply now atCoJ’s Jobs Website (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/janesvillewi) by 11:59 PM on Sunday, June 22, 2025!

The City of Janesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.