Manager Light Rail Communications

Manager Light Rail Communications

Hybrid work location : 3 days a week at Newark NJ

Note - Hybrid (no exceptions)

This includes developing and implementing communication strategies managing internal and external communication channels and ensuring effective communication between various stakeholders such as employees customers and the public. May also be responsible for crisis communication management media relations and promoting a positive public image for the rail company.

Manages the daily operation of the Light Rail Communications Department for River Line which

includes the maintenance and installation and repair of light rail communications systems.

2. Responsible for providing reliable cost-effective communications networks for the delivery of

mission critical voice and data services including light rail train control systems supervisory

control and data acquisition (SCADA) networks telephone systems closed circuit television

(CCTV) and passenger information systems.

3. Manages the maintenance and administration of standards for light rail communication systems of

internal and vendor supported capital projects. Provides the necessary infrastructure to ensure

internal customers and project related communications services are met.

4. Keeps the necessary drawing documentation and equipment/material databases current in order

to effectively repair and maintain Rail Communications systems.

5. Manages field supervision for the coordination of the construction of capital projects. Ensures

construction is consistent with applicable safety and construction codes and established

standards.

6. Prepares reviews and approves various project reports status reports and cost estimates

including approval of material and equipment requisitions and vehicle reports.

7. Manages the coordination of Light Rail Communications requirements and projects with internal

customers as well as consultants vendors other agencies and NJ TRANSIT support groups.

8. Keeps current on new and changing communications technologies that can be

adapted/implemented for the Light Rail Communications department.

9. Manages department needs including all personnel matters. Provides direction to subordinates

and establishes safety guidelines for work practices and procedures.

This Position Supervises:

Agreement Stock Clerk (2)

Education Experience and Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related area

and five (5) years of applied experience in maintenance project management to include two (2)

years of managerial experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of the Light Rail industry