Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

First Date of Posting: 10/21/2024

Last Date of Filing: Until filled

Authority: SIR

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Staten Island Railway

Reports to: Superintendent, Transportation

Work Location: St. George Terminal, Staten Island

Hours of Work: Various

CURRENT STATEN ISLAND RAILWAY EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THE INTERNAL POSITION AVAILABILITY NOTICE 21-2024 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

COMPENSATION

The current minimum salary is $47.93321 per hour for a 40-hour week increasing to $52.927853 per hour in the third year of service. These rates are subject to change as per the SSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

Current rate has been established by the SSSA Union and is non-negotiable.

Hours of work and regular days off may be changed as urgent business matters arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising Transportation Department Locomotive Engineers, Conductors, Booth Operators, and Janitors. Providing technical guidance to Transportation Department employees as they perform their assigned responsibilities; Maintaining a “School Car of Instruction” as required; Planning, organizing, and directing Transportation initiatives. In conjunction with Operations Support Training Unit, the successful candidate will also conduct reviews of Transportation Department training matrix, curriculums, and syllabus and update as directed, conduct quarterly evaluations of all Transportation employees; maintain a database of evaluations and updating as directed, conducting Joint Safety Audits as well as attend and represent the Transportation Department at internal and external meeting. The incumbent will also respond to incidents along the railway and assist with service disruptions and the movement of equipment as needed in emergency situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

- Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.

- A minimum of 5 years’ related experience of which three (3) must be in a

supervisory capacity.

- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license.

- Experience working in a transportation network and operating train equipment is preferred.

- Required to work all shifts including morning, afternoons, overnights and weekends to support 24/7 operations.

DESIRED SKILLS

- Use basic PC based business software for word processing, email, and data entry.

- Effectively lead the activities of all represented employees in their assigned departments.

- Guard and maintain confidentiality of sensitive documents, communications and

discussions associated with the effective management of the Railway.

- Use good judgment; initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees and the public.

- Proficient understanding of NYCT/SIR rules and regulations.

- Ability to review the performance of field work safely and properly in an active railroad environment.

- Ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment to develop more efficient and effective operations.

- Ability to learn quickly with a focus on high productivity and accuracy in work production.

- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the

organization: seeks solutions that will provide value to the organization.

- Ability to manage, prioritize and balance multiple tasks with adherence to deadlines.

- High level of self-initiative and dependability; must possess positive, can-do attitude.

- Strong organizational skills and writing skills.

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education. skills, experience, and interview.

OTHER INFORMATION

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”)

HOW TO APPLY

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.