Job Description

Posting number: 2601270

Department: Transit

Division: TR-Bus Transportation-Ops Adm

Job classification: Transit Supervisor

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Transit, Drivers, Automotive

Supervise, plan and coordinate motor coach route and paratransit activities and operations within the Operations Division of the Transit Department; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Transit Manager/Operations.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

s are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Examples of duties

SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for assigned motor coach and paratransit operations and services including monitoring the safety and performance of motor coach operators and sun van chauffeurs.
2. Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.
3. Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
4. Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned motor coach transit services; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. Coordinate City and special events with outside agencies; design alternative detours and routes for area affected; provide extended service during special events.
6. Participate in the development, revision and timing of new and established routes; review for accuracy.
7. Maintain records on daily motor coach and sun van routes; analyze and schedule personnel in order to meet transit needs.
8. Select, train, motivate and evaluate motor coach and sun van personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
9. Provide staff assistance to the Transit Manager/Operations; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
10. Respond to and investigate a variety of emergencies, accidents and other related incidents.
11. Ensure compliance with federally mandated drug and alcohol testing requirements for motor coach operators and sun van chauffeurs.
12. Coordinate transit activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of transit services.
2. Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in business; and

Five (5) years of transit operator or transportation management experience; and

To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with a Passenger (P) endorsement within a two week period from completion of City CDL training.
Must be able to maintain CDL once obtained.

Supplemental information

Environmental:
Office environment; field environment; exposure to smoke, fumes, gases.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.