Manager, PTC Safety and Compliance
Manager, PTC Safety and Compliance
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The final salary will depend on the candidates qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.
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Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America serving Cook DuPage Will Lake Kane and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe reliable and efficient commuter service.
Transportation is responsible for providing safe efficient and dependable transportation to commuters on all Metra-operated lines: Milwaukee North and West Rock Island Metra Electric SouthWest Service North Central Service and Heritage Corridor and those lines operating under purchase of service agreements: BNSF and Union Pacific. In addition to all employees directly involved in providing train service the Transportation Department also oversees the Dispatching Office and Crew Management Center.
Reporting to the Director PTC Deployment and Regulatory Compliance the Manager PTC System Safety and Compliance will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring Metras continued compliance with all federal regulations laws and industry standards related to Positive Train Control; safeguarding Metras commitment to safety efficiency and regulatory compliance; and collaborating with cross-functional teams ensuring the organization operates in accordance with the ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
The primary duties include: Lead and oversee all aspects of Positive Train Control compliance with Title 49 236 Subpart I including management of Metras PTC Safety Plan PTC Implementation Plan and all reference documentation. Supervise compliance staff including assigning and reviewing work training and mentoring on duties and responsibilities and evaluating performance. Stay abreast of the latest developments in federal regulations laws and industry standards related to PTC to ensure compliance. Collaborate with key Metra stakeholders to develop review and update compliance policies procedures and practices tailored to PTC regulatory requirements. Ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into daily operations. Maintain accurate records of all PTC compliance activities reports and documentation. Manage and submit all required reports (performance failures and operations) per 49 CFR 236.1023 and 1029. Approve time off coordinate staff schedules fill vacancies as necessary and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions performance evaluations and performance improvement disciplinary and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring performance evaluations disciplinary and/or termination for the safety objectives goals and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act not the Social Security Administration.
- Bachelors degree or in lieu of degree four years in regulatory compliance railroad operations or PTC systems experience.
- In addition to #1 must have a minimum of five years of experience in regulatory compliance railroad operations and safety or PTC systems.
- Considerable knowledge of federal regulations laws and industry standards pertaining to Positive Train Control.
- Considerable knowledge of PTC interoperability requirements.
- Considerable knowledge of railroad operations safety and operating rules.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Ability to learn Metras configuration management processes archive historical documents and version control PTCSP documents.
- Ability to represent Metras interests in public forums working groups and industry committees.
- Ability to read complex documentation and provide detailed summaries and/or reports.
- Ability to interpret monitor and apply policies regarding PTC compliance.
- Ability to work with sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
- Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to operate a vehicle.
- Must be willing to travel within and outside of Metras 6-county region.
- Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning late afternoonevenings or weekends.
Preferred:
- 49 CFR 240/242 certification
Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.
Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana Metra prohibits applicants andemployees use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia) or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes while on duty subject to duty on Metra property or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
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Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race color sex religion national origin age gender identity disability or any protected categories assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
