Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent - UTLO
Description
Job Information:
Title: Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent - UTLO
First Date of Posting: 08.28.2025
Last Date of Filing: Open until filled.
Authority: TA/OA
Department: Safety & Security
Last Date of Filing: Open until filled.
Authority: TA/OA
Department: Safety & Security
Unit: System Safety/Investigations
Reports to: Manager, Rapid Transit Investigations
Work Location: 2 Broadway, Manhattan
Hours of Work: Managerial
Hours of Work: Managerial
Summary:
The Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent is responsible for conducting rail incident and accident investigations that meet the criteria of the Public Transportation Safety Board (PTSB), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Responsibilities
The Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent is responsible for conducting rail incident and accident investigations that meet the criteria of the PTSB, FTA, and NTSB. The selected candidate will investigate all New York City Transit (NYCT) Department of Subways (DOS) collisions, derailments, near-miss incidents, and serious employee injuries or fatalities, side door drags, as well as any high-profile incidents. The incumbent will conduct investigations and prepare comprehensive incident and accident reports covering all aspects of DOS activities, including but not limited to personnel, training, operations, maintenance, and repair activities, to identify causal and contributing factors and recommend corrective actions to prevent future incidents or accidents, ensuring the safety of our customers, employees, and infrastructure. Additionally, the Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent will be required to make timely notifications to the PTSB, FTA, and NTSB on criteria-based incidents and accidents on a 24/7, 365-day-per-year basis. The selected candidate will provide technical advice on DOS-related matters and advise Senior Management on safety-related practices in their area of expertise. Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Compensation
Salary Range -$96,277-$136,290 -Grade D
This is a UTLO position - Floor rate -$139,396
Education and Experience
Education Degree Required: Baccalaureate or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree or a satisfactory equivalent. Five (5) years of progressively responsible transportation experience, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
Desired Skills
- A bachelor’s degree in safety management or a related field
- Knowledge of NYCT rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of investigative skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of safety practices and Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
- Understanding of NYC Transit Equipment, technical standards, operations, and organization is required
- Knowledge and understanding of accident/incident investigation technique policies and procedures.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
Selection Method
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate (if necessary)
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate (if necessary)
Other Information
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policy making position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.