Assistant General Manager

SUMMARY:
The person in this position manages all aspects of the operations of the railroad. He or she directs and coordinates activities to obtain efficiency and economy of operations and to maximize profits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Hire and supervise managers and staff; train assign and direct work appraise performance discipline and resolve problems
Submit annual business plan and analyze daily/monthly performance of the railroads to determine changes in operations required to stay on plan
Establish and maintain the railroads credibility with its customers
Establish the railroad within the community it serves especially relations with connecting carriers; local suppliers; local state and federal politicians and governmental agencies; and the business community
Represent the railroad within industry trade associations
Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Ability to communicate effectively by letter telephone and personal interview with senior management employees customers railroads regulatory officials and the general public
Thorough knowledge of railroad operations including but not limited to transportation dispatching marketing maintenance-of-way mechanical and clerical activities
Management and leadership skills commensurate with the size of staff and property
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules the Code of Federal Regulations and monthly financial reports
Proficient computer skills and skills in Microsoft Office
Prior sales and marketing experience preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university preferred; two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of college
Certified Locomotive Engineer certification preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or any other protected status under federal state or local laws.

Required Experience:

Director