Deputy Director of Transit Operations

Typical Tasks

• Assists in the development and implementation of Operations policies and programs which guide the organization in maintaining and improving credibility and stability of its transit service operations;
• Directs activities so that quality public transit service is provided to our customers and the general public safely on schedule and according to quality standards and cost objectives;
• Provides guidance and direction in managing fleet maintenance functions (gasoline diesel and hybrid) and controls quality of fleet maintenance through ongoing use of vehicle maintenance information systems; vehicle fleets including transit buses light rail supervisory/support vehicles community transportation and maintenance vehicles;
• Directs and supervises senior staff activities and oversees functions to ensure effective operations;
• Provides leadership to senior staff who hire supervise train motivate assign evaluate counsel and discipline staff;
• Oversees the selection supervision training and discipline of staff;
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the annual budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing equipment materials and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as required;
• Represents VTA at meetings with the Board of Directors other boards and commissions agencies employee organizations and public and private organizations;
• Reviews state and federal laws proposed legislation and regulations pertaining to areas of responsibility and reports on impact;
• Directs the fiscal management system within area of control and ensures its effective functioning;
• Analyzes and evaluates complex problems; recommends and implements effective solutions;
• Assures compliance with all VTA policies and procedures including equal employment opportunity and discrimination and harassment prevention;
• Ensures the application of safety rules and regulations;
• Prepares reports and correspondence;
• Performs related duties as required.

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To be considered applications must besubmittedonlinethrough the Human Resources departmentby the posted deadline. If the job posting is listed as continuous we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as the posting may close without prior notice. Once your application issubmitted you will receive an immediate email confirmation.

Important: Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. We do not accept paper applications resumes Job Interest Notification Cards or incomplete/unsubmitted applications in place of a fully completed application.

Communication & Contact Information

All updatesregardingyour applicationincluding notices for testing and interviewswill be sent via email. Be sure to select email as your preferred method of communication andmaintaina valid up-to-date email address. Applicants are also responsible for keeping their phone numbers and mailing addresses current in their online profiles.

Due to the high volume of applications we are unable to provide individual updates. Please check your application status through your online account. For technical support contact NEOGOV at Monday through Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (PST) excluding holidays.

Application Review & Processing

Allcurrent and prior relevant work experienceincluding experience with VTAmust be fully detailedin the Work Experience section of your application. Entries such as see resume are not acceptable. Incomplete or improperly completed applications may be rejected even if you meet the minimum qualifications.

While you are welcome to upload a resume it doesnot substitutefor completing the online application in full. Be sure that your application accurately reflects the education and experience necessary for the position.

Applications are reviewed throughout the recruitment process todeterminewhether candidates meet theminimum qualifications. Meeting these minimums or advancing through any stage does not guarantee further consideration. Any misrepresentation or falsification of qualifications experience education or training may result in disqualification and/or exclusion from future employment opportunities with VTA

TentativeExaminations:

Oral Panel: Mid/End of October

Conditions of Employment

Final candidates must successfully complete a Livescan background check FBI (if applicable) reference checks verification of education or certifications and a criminal history review before appointment.

Eligibility List

The established Eligible List from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur. Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment.

Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations

VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and examination process. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at or emailat least five business days before the test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age ancestry color marital status mental or physical disability genetic information national origin immigration status political affiliation race religion creed sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation pregnancy medical condition disabled veteran or veteran status etc.