Salary: $148,164.00 - $207,408.00 Annually
Location : 1400 29th Street Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-AVPOPS
Department: Bus Operations
Opening Date: 02/13/2024
Recruitment Type: Internal/External
Description
THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED AS RECEIVED, AND INTERVIEWS WILL BE SCHEDULED FOR MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES, AS APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED.
The purpose of this position is to assist the Vice President, Operations in the provision of leadership and direction to the daily operations of SacRT's transit services. The incumbent will direct and manage the assigned areas, projects, and programs working under the direction of the Vice President, Operations. In this position, the incumbent will ensure a commitment to continuous improvement of transit service delivery by identifying and developing operational strategies to maintain quality and cost-effective performance focused on safety and a positive customer experience.
Examples of Duties

This is a general listing of job functions and does not represent a complete listing of the position's responsibilities.

• Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop and lead strategic initiatives with staff related to SacRT's goals regarding service reliability, cost efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Review and measure performance, develop key performance metrics for each operating function and recommend, implement, and monitor necessary changes to ensure continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development of budgets for assigned areas, monitor fiscal performance, and effectively align functions, responsibilities, and resources.
• Provide leadership and direction, day-to-day operational oversight of the assigned areas. Perform field reviews of SacRT's operations. Collaborate with staff to develop and implement policies, procedures and practices focused on safety, efficiency, and customer service.
• Serve as a member of various internal and external teams and committees and represent SacRT in a variety of capacities as assigned.
• Make recommendations to Vice President, Operations, Executive Management, General Manager/CEO and Board of Directors.
• Represent SacRT at national, state, and local conferences.
• Consult with various government and regulatory agencies as well as SacRT's stakeholders to explore new ideas and resolve issues.
• Establish and maintain an effective system of communications throughout the organization.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. SacRT reserves the right to determine the equivalences of education and experience.
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible transit bus or light rail operations or maintenance management experience.
Proof of required education beyond high school, such as college transcripts, diplomas, and/or certificates must be submitted at the time of application.
Filing Instructions/Supplemental Information

The minimum qualifications as stated on this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other examination segments of the selection process. An employment application is required for this position. Applications, job announcements, and copies of the complete job description are available at our website at www.sacrt.com.
A completed employment application and proof of education, as outlined above, must be submitted online. This position will remain open until filled. Applications are reviewed as received, and interviews will be scheduled for most qualified candidates. SacRT will not process incomplete applications. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application but may be included with the application. For more information on benefits, a summary sheet is available from the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at (916) 556-0298.
SacRT has a stand alone pension plan which is not part of, nor does it have reciprocity with CalPERS.
SacRT is an Equal Opportunity EOE Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.
This position falls under Management and Confidential Employee Group (MCEG).
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Representation: Non-Represented

HEALTH & WELFARE
Health Benefits Eligibility: 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
Medical Benefits: Choose from 8 HMO or 2 PPO CalPERS plans for you and your dependent(s). SacRT pays up to 90% of the monthly premium for most plans.
Cash for Medical Program: $228.44 per pay period/$456.88 per month
Dental: HMO or PPO plan monthly premium at no cost to employee/dependent(s).
Vision: Employer paid monthly premium for employee/dependent(s) with an option to buy additional coverage.
Life and AD&D Employer Paid: $100,000
Voluntary Supplemental Life:
Employee: $10,000 - $500,000
Spouse/Domestic Partner: $5,000 - $100,000
Child(ren): $2,000 - $10,000
LEAVE PROVISIONS
Vacation: 1-3 years of service: 2 weeks
4-9 years of service: 3 weeks
10-14 years of service: 4 weeks
15-24 years of service: 5 weeks
25 years of service and over: 6 weeks
Sick Leave: 12 days per year
Holiday: 7 paid holidays; 5 floating holidays
(4 hours the day before or the 1st workday after Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's day)
RETIREMENT
457(b): Voluntary participation. No SacRT contribution.
(Eligible to enroll anytime)
SacRT Retirement Plan: 2.5% @ 67 years
No reciprocity provisions outside SacRT Plans. 5 year vesting for New hires.
OTHER
Healthcare (FSA): Annual maximum contribution of $3,050
Dependent Care (FSA): Annual maximum contribution of $5,000
($2,500 if married, filing a separate tax return)
Long Term Disability: 66.67% up to $3,333 per month
Tuition Reimbursement: * $1,750 per year, per employee, after 1st year of employment.
*Subject to funding availability.
Employee Assistance Program: 5 visits per year, per family member.
Transit Pass: No cost to employee and eligible dependent(s).
2023 Rates Effective: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023
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Describe, in detail, your progressively responsible management experience, in a light rail transit operations environment. In your response, please include the employer and number of years/months you performed these functions.
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Describe, in detail, your progressively responsible management experience, in a light rail maintenance environment. In your response, please include the employer and number of years/months you performed these functions.
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Describe, in detail, your progressively responsible management experience, in a bus transit operations environment. In your response, please include the employer and number of years/months you performed these functions.
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Describe, in detail, your progressively responsible management experience, in a bus transit maintenance environment. In your response, please include the employer and number of years/months you performed these functions
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Detail your experience working with unions. If you have no direct experience, please describe how you believe your experience is transferable. In your description, include the name of the employer(s), your job title(s), the number of years/months you performed these duties.
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