Operations Manager

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What's in it for you?

$90,000 - $100,000/Year (Based on Experience)

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401K

Relocation Allowance (Out-of-State ONLY)

Growth and Opportunity for Advancement

Work/Home Life Balance

Knowledge and Experience

Ability to quickly become an expert in the operating contract, collective bargaining agreement, and P&L

Intimate understanding of how operational ratios/performance indicators translate into safety excellence, financial performance, contract compliance, and customer satisfaction

Bachelor's Degree preferable or any combination of education and experience

Minimum four (4) years of operations experience in a public transportation environment

Experience in operations, CDL Preferred

Comprehensive knowledge of public management and organization theories, principles, practices and techniques

Ability to understand sound fiscal financial principles

Thorough knowledge of ADA, DMV & DOT requirements and other basic laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation

Ability to administer a Drug and Alcohol program

Must be familiar with Worker's Compensation Law

Computer literate and data driven

Ability to communicate effectively with state and local government

Ability to manage cost control and financial/budget experience

Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization

Ability to work positively and effectively with all levels of the transit and customer organizations

Positive labor relation skills and knowledge; including administration of employee discipline and labor grievances

Experience with fixed route, commuter service and paratransit scheduling software, run-cutting, and maintenance software desirable.

Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Core Competencies / Responsibilities

Supervises day-to-day operations and administrative activities; providing liaison between client and company and facilitates problem solving between departments

Ensures safety practices and applicable regulations are obeyed by all employees

Coordinates routinely with the Maintenance and Safety Managers ensuring facilities and buses are maintained to KTA safety and environmental standards

Ensures positive employee / labor relations, fosters employee engagement / recognition, administers department discipline, and resolves employee grievances

Coordinates the scheduling for operators, dispatchers and supervisors in the operations department

Understands, interprets, and applies related laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and labor/management agreements

Has shared responsibility for scheduling, employee performance evaluation, run-cutting, rostering, the driver bidding process and staffing responsibilities for the staff of the facility

Focuses intently on operational KPIs in order to manage service quality, operational expenses and explain budget variances

Supports Safety Department in the management of injury and collision claims

Sets accurate schedules for routes

Minimizes route drive times and mileage while adhering to contractual and regulatory mandates

Provides accurate and timely operational and financial reporting as requested by management

Ensures purchases follow company processes and policies

Analyzes situations, identifies problems, implements solutions, and evaluates outcomes

Prepares reports and correspondence

Interacts with the union representing the employees with the goal of positive interaction

Monitors operations and coordinates the delivery of service with the Assistant General Manager

Ensure that service to the public remains on schedule and professional

Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All roles may entail, to varying extents, the following physical demands:

Long periods (potentially exceeding 8 hours per day) of walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, handling materials, repetitive hand-wrist motions, and traversing uneven surfaces;

Exposure to both extreme heat and cold;

Exposure to loud noises, fumes, and airborne particles;

In addition to the above demands inherent in every role, the following roles may entail unique physical demands, including:

Operators/Drivers may work inside or outside vehicles and may operate vehicles for over 8 hours per day.

Operations Supervisors and Managers may split their work between an office setting looking at a computer screen/electronic device and active transit field locations driving in a vehicle.

Maintenance Employees may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in a ventilated maintenance shop and may work with personal computers, laptops, electronic hand-held devices, complex electrical schematics, diagnostic software and testing devices, and other heavy machinery.

Office Staff may work indoors in air-conditioned or well-ventilated facilities, including offices and cubicle spaces equipped with a telephone and computer and may entail typing or looking at a computer screen.

Additional Statements

Drug screening: Pursuant to Department of Transportation regulations, employment for safety-sensitive positions will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and a physical Keolis maintains a drug-free workplace. Employment will also be contingent upon completion of a background check consistent with applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the safest transportation company in the world.

Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of our operations on the communities where we operate.

EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io . Keolis complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants.

Work authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Keolis does not sponsor visas for this position

Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.