Perform other assignments as requested by Senior Management.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Transportation, Planning, or related field. Demonstrated directly related, recent experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree subject to approval.
• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of progressively responsible, management/supervisory experience.
• Experience supervising both represented and management employees.
• Extensive operational background and understanding of LIRR operating practices, operating rules, and physical characteristics.
• Familiarity with Emergency Action Plans and other contingency planning.
• A proven record as a successful manager, with expertise and experience managing large, complex projects including planning, design, and implementation.
• Effective leadership, problem solving, human relations, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Experience summarizing complex technical problems.
• A working knowledge of software computer applications i.e.. MS Project or equivalent.
• A record of working effectively in a team environment.
• Expert analytical and judgment skills, with the ability to make timely and effective decisions in a stressful environment or emergency situations.
• Impeccable professional ethics, with the ability to manage change and to help build an effective and productive organization.
• Experience developing organizational policies and procedures.
• Ability to motivate and develop subordinates.
• Must be available consistent with 24-hour, 7-day operational demands.
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• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, or similar discipline.
• Qualified on the operating rules and physical characteristics of the LIRR. Qualified on all LIRR equipment.
Other Information
In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.
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.