Assistant Chief Training Officer, Transportation

Description

JOB TITLE: Assistant Chief Training Officer, Transportation
SALARY RANGE: $165,489 - $206,861
DEPT/DIV: Operations Support – Training
SUPERVISOR: VP, Safety & Training
LOCATION: Zerega Training School
HOURS OF WORK: 8 hours per day

Position Summary

This position is responsible for planning and managing the development of new/revised DOB classroom and field training programs for all new and incumbent Bus Operators and Dispatchers. Directs the training and evaluating of student Bus Operators to safely operate a wide variety of existing and new technology buses in passenger service. Plan, develop, implement and manage all DOB regulations mandated under NYS Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 19-A and the Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act (CDL). Develop the policies/procedures necessary for ensuring NYCT's compliance with these regulations. Develop and manage the Performance Evaluation Program to evaluate and improve the safety of all B/O's. Develop and implement probationary review programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct the development and implementation of all DOB transportation classroom and field training programs delivered to all new hire/promotional employees, including compliance with Federal CDL requirements.
• Cook up coordination of personnel & equipment with depot management.
• Manage the development and production of training needs assessments, training plans, curricula, training aids and research.
• Manage the activities of all certified 19-A Examiners to maintain NYCT compliance with Federal and State Motor Vehicle Laws, without which, NYCT cannot operate buses in passenger service.
• Plan, develop, implement & manage NYCT driver eligibility standards over & above current 19-A regulations.
• Direct all related statistical and record management functions.
• Develop and manage the Performance Monitoring Program to evaluate and improve the service reliability of individual Bus Operators within DOB.
• Coordinate the delivery of undercover check rides, random observations, standardized evaluations and appropriate record retention. Ensure that the follow-up actions taken are appropriate to facilitate individual performance improvement.
• Direct the development, production and delivery of incumbent training programs to hourly & supervisory employees located throughout the five boroughs. These programs are designed to enhance skill levels, remediate at-risk operators, maintain CDL & 19-A qualifications and ensure compliance with ADA regulations.
• Direct the development, implementation and monitoring of probationary review programs to ensure only qualified employees remain employed passed probation.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Transportation Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 12 years of related experience.
• Minimum 5 years Managerial/Supervisory Experience.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of adult learning techniques and principles; needs analysis; accident analysis & investigation.
• Extensive knowledge of NYCT/MaBSTOA Rules & Regulations, DOB operations, CDL requirements, NYS DMV 19-A laws and labor relations.
• Excellent communication skills.

Selection Method

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment. All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

Other Information

• Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)
• As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.