Salem-Keizer Transit
Job Offers for Chief Operating Officer
Salary Range: $83,130 - $108, 252
First Review: September 4, 2015
Job Summary:
Under the administrative direction of the General Manager plans, organizes and directs the activities, staff and contractors involved in the Districts on street services to include: fixed route, paratransit, dial a ride, rural transit, special services, and Medicaid transportation service functions as well as the districts call center, security, and maintenance functions.
The Chief Operating Officer serves as a member of the senior leadership team participating in District policy development. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other divisions, representatives of the union, the local business community, other public agencies, regulatory agencies, and the general public.
Essential Job Functions:
Provide leadership and direction to the District's operation division.
Develop and recommend policy actions for consideration by the General Manager and/or the Board of Directors, develop and implement in-house operational procedures to ensure the safe and effective execution of approved service; oversee the monitoring of contracts for contracted services (e.g. Medicaid and Americans with disability act transportation related programs). Prepare reports, studies and exhibits and make presentations to staff, the Board of Directors, the public and other forums;
Share in the management of the District's risk management program: manage the District's security program; analyze and evaluate system crime and incident data; oversee ordinance enforcement; oversee the investigation of public security concerns; respond to public security concerns; participate in the development and negotiation of security contracts; oversee the review and monitoring of these security contracts; oversee the preparation of the District's emergency preparedness program; ensure the coordination of the provisions of the District program so they meet local, state and federal requirements.
Directly organize, train, supervise and evaluate division administrative staff participate in the selection process for new hires; recommend hires; plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems; determine work procedures; prepare work schedules.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises the fixed route manager, maintenance manager, contracted services manager, security coordinator, and administrative assistant.
Participate in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement, the grievance process, and contract negotiations; develop operational contract positions; consult with the Director of Administration and union representatives to identify and resolve issues of mutual interest.
Assist in the developing bid specifications for vehicles, related equipment and facilities.
Prepare and manage operations division budget; approve expenditures in accordance with district policies and principle and principles of sound fiscal management.
Provide assistance and support to General Manager as required.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices involved in public transportation operations including principles of organization, routing, scheduling and customer services.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal laws, regulations and mandates pertaining to public transportation operations; ability to rapidly learn local and state laws and regulations as well as district policies and guidelines related to the operation of the districts public transportation systems.
Extensive knowledge of transportation related safety/security hazards and safety/security precautions involved in public transportation systems.
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public-sector labor relations and the administration of labor contracts.
Extensive knowledge of budget formulation and administration.
Considerable knowledge of public procurement principles and practices.
Considerable knowledge of federal and state regulations related to contract administration.
Ability to communicate complex subjects and sensitive information, both orally and in writing, with other employees and the general public in a clear, concise, and logical manner, ability to communicate effectively before groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, transit related journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to work in a management team approach to discuss and resolve district wide as well as operations division policy issues.
Ability to interact with other employees, representatives of other agencies, vendors, and general public using courtesy, tact, and good judgement.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to be self-restarting and proactive.
Ability to produce quality work while meeting time and budget commitments.
Ability to perform job functions in a safe manner.
Extensive skills in leading and working constructively with subordinate staff, and effective supervising staff.
Extensive listening and negotiating skills.
Considerable skills in leading and working constructively with subordinate staff, and effective supervising staff.
Extensive listening and negotiating skills.
Considerable skills in operating a personal computer using work processing, spread sheet and data base software applications.
Special Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Class C drivers license and driving record that demonstrates adherence to safety and traffic laws and regulations.
No criminal conviction which may, in the sole judgement of the District, constitute a threat to property or the safety of others.
Required Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, transportation or a related field,
and
Seven years progressively responsible administrative experience in transportation with an emphasis in operational services, labor relations, and budget administration including a minimum of five years experience actually supervising/managing the operations of public transportation system,
or
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of related experience and training which provides required knowledge, abilities, skills, and other special requirements listed above.
Working Conditions:
Duties are performed both in the office and in the field.
On occasion incumbent may be outdoors in varying weather conditions.
On occasion incumbent must respond to emergency calls.
On occasion incumbent must travel to attend meetings and conferences or to investigate an operations matter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. This description does not include other occasional work that may be assigned which would be similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
To Apply
Please submit an official application and with cover letter describing your qualifications for this position. You may obtain the application form:
Job Offers for Chief Operating Officer
Salary Range: $83,130 - $108, 252
First Review: September 4, 2015
Job Summary:
Under the administrative direction of the General Manager plans, organizes and directs the activities, staff and contractors involved in the Districts on street services to include: fixed route, paratransit, dial a ride, rural transit, special services, and Medicaid transportation service functions as well as the districts call center, security, and maintenance functions.
The Chief Operating Officer serves as a member of the senior leadership team participating in District policy development. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other divisions, representatives of the union, the local business community, other public agencies, regulatory agencies, and the general public.
Essential Job Functions:
Provide leadership and direction to the District's operation division.
Develop and recommend policy actions for consideration by the General Manager and/or the Board of Directors, develop and implement in-house operational procedures to ensure the safe and effective execution of approved service; oversee the monitoring of contracts for contracted services (e.g. Medicaid and Americans with disability act transportation related programs). Prepare reports, studies and exhibits and make presentations to staff, the Board of Directors, the public and other forums;
Share in the management of the District's risk management program: manage the District's security program; analyze and evaluate system crime and incident data; oversee ordinance enforcement; oversee the investigation of public security concerns; respond to public security concerns; participate in the development and negotiation of security contracts; oversee the review and monitoring of these security contracts; oversee the preparation of the District's emergency preparedness program; ensure the coordination of the provisions of the District program so they meet local, state and federal requirements.
Directly organize, train, supervise and evaluate division administrative staff participate in the selection process for new hires; recommend hires; plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems; determine work procedures; prepare work schedules.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises the fixed route manager, maintenance manager, contracted services manager, security coordinator, and administrative assistant.
Participate in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement, the grievance process, and contract negotiations; develop operational contract positions; consult with the Director of Administration and union representatives to identify and resolve issues of mutual interest.
Assist in the developing bid specifications for vehicles, related equipment and facilities.
Prepare and manage operations division budget; approve expenditures in accordance with district policies and principle and principles of sound fiscal management.
Provide assistance and support to General Manager as required.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices involved in public transportation operations including principles of organization, routing, scheduling and customer services.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal laws, regulations and mandates pertaining to public transportation operations; ability to rapidly learn local and state laws and regulations as well as district policies and guidelines related to the operation of the districts public transportation systems.
Extensive knowledge of transportation related safety/security hazards and safety/security precautions involved in public transportation systems.
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public-sector labor relations and the administration of labor contracts.
Extensive knowledge of budget formulation and administration.
Considerable knowledge of public procurement principles and practices.
Considerable knowledge of federal and state regulations related to contract administration.
Ability to communicate complex subjects and sensitive information, both orally and in writing, with other employees and the general public in a clear, concise, and logical manner, ability to communicate effectively before groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, transit related journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to work in a management team approach to discuss and resolve district wide as well as operations division policy issues.
Ability to interact with other employees, representatives of other agencies, vendors, and general public using courtesy, tact, and good judgement.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to be self-restarting and proactive.
Ability to produce quality work while meeting time and budget commitments.
Ability to perform job functions in a safe manner.
Extensive skills in leading and working constructively with subordinate staff, and effective supervising staff.
Extensive listening and negotiating skills.
Considerable skills in leading and working constructively with subordinate staff, and effective supervising staff.
Extensive listening and negotiating skills.
Considerable skills in operating a personal computer using work processing, spread sheet and data base software applications.
Special Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Class C drivers license and driving record that demonstrates adherence to safety and traffic laws and regulations.
No criminal conviction which may, in the sole judgement of the District, constitute a threat to property or the safety of others.
Required Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, transportation or a related field,
and
Seven years progressively responsible administrative experience in transportation with an emphasis in operational services, labor relations, and budget administration including a minimum of five years experience actually supervising/managing the operations of public transportation system,
or
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of related experience and training which provides required knowledge, abilities, skills, and other special requirements listed above.
Working Conditions:
Duties are performed both in the office and in the field.
On occasion incumbent may be outdoors in varying weather conditions.
On occasion incumbent must respond to emergency calls.
On occasion incumbent must travel to attend meetings and conferences or to investigate an operations matter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. This description does not include other occasional work that may be assigned which would be similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
To Apply
Please submit an official application and with cover letter describing your qualifications for this position. You may obtain the application form:
- Online - You may download application materials in Microsoft Work format (.doc) from our website under the "about us" tab. Refer to specific current job opportunity of interest for application materials. Website: www.cherriots.org
- In Person - You may pick-up application materials from our Human Resources Division located at 555 Court St NE Suite 5230 Salem, Oregon. Our office hours are from 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- By U.S. Mail - Application materials may be required via U.S. Mail. Our mailing address is Salem Area Mass Transit District, Human Resources Division, 555 Court ST NE Suite 5230 Salem, OR 97301
Mail or Deliver to:
Salem-Keizer Transit District
Human Resources Division
555 Court ST NE Suite 5230
Salem, OR 97301
Or email to: recruitment@cherriots.org
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