Manager Paratransit Contracts Management

Job ID: 16029


Business Unit: New York City Transit


Location: Long Island City, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular


Department: Contracts Management


Date Posted: Jun 2, 2026

Description


Title: Manager, Paratransit Contracts Management


Department: Paratransit


Authority: MABSTOA


Division/Unit: Contrcts Management/3041


Work Location: 33-00 Northern Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101


Hours of Work: 8am - 4pm


Compensation:


$86,968 - $108,710


Deadline (if Applicable):


Until Filled


Reporting Manager (If Applicable):


Director, Paratransit Contracts Management

POSITION SUMMARY

This Manager, Paratransit Contracts Management, is an on call 24/7 operation. The position is responsible for assisting the Director, Paratransit Contracts Management in the development, bill preparation, negotiation, management and control of the Paratransit Division's Transportation contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure contractors meet service goals and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Take corrective actions to resolve service problems and improve performance.
• Monitor all aspects of contractor operations including personnel hiring, dispatcher and operator training, DOT vehicle inspection registration, complaints, maintenance and FTA Drug and Alcohol testing requirements.
• Ensure vehicle and operator availability for scheduled service.
• Manage accounts payable, assist Contracts Director in procuring goods/services, and interface with upper management.
• Analyze and prepare reports on the status of contracts in various stages of development, negotiation, and award. The position will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of three fuel contracts, and other dedicated service contracts.
• Ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and interact daily with internal and external entities to respond to and resolve vendor related matters.
• Assist internal and external auditors in gathering data for audits.
• A valid NY State driver's license is required as the selected candidate may be required to use official vehicles to conduct vendor site visits.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Business

Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field and eight (8) years of full-time related experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a managerial/supervisory/administrative capacity.

A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience requirements.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of contract management, public procurement, vendor relations a plus.
• Knowledge of negotiations, project management procedures, auditing and billing procedures and managerial techniques.
• Familiarity of Information Systems and prior experience on IT special projects a plus.
• Prior managerial experience and proven analytical skills required.

Other Information

Pursuant 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 with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.