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Superintendent, Transportation Operations & Construction Project Planning

Job ID: 14120

Business Unit: SIRTOA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Transportation

Date Posted: Dec 30, 2025

Description

JOB INFORMATION

Title: Superintendent, Transportation Operations & Construction Project Planning

Opening Date: 12/30/25

Closing Date: Until Filled

Authority: SIR

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Staten Island Railway

Reports to: General Superintendent

Work Location: St. George Terminal, Staten Island

Hours of Work: Managerial

Compensation

Salary range: $94,161 - $148,834 (Grade D)

UTLO rate: $139,396

Responsibilities

+ This position is accountable for leading the day-to-day management of operations, construction project planning activities and/or midnight operations in addition to daily Rail Control Center (RCC) activities for the department of Operations 24/7 railway service. This includes managing safe monitoring of trains, responding to and conducting investigations of emergencies and operational incidents; on the midnight tour serves as the Emergency Response Officer (ERO) for the Railway as the lead and principal point of contact across all departments.

+ The incumbent will focus on managing Construction Flagging and Work Trains activities and serving as the primary point of contact for supporting capital programs. Additionally, on the midnight tour the incumbent will manage train movement and ensure proper implementation/completion of ETO's and that AM service is restored timely.

+ Incumbent will be responsible for monitoring the collection of fares and customer service, maintaining cleanliness and professional appearance of station areas/amenities, and overseeing specialized power washing operations on the midnight tour.

+ Additional duties include various aspects of managing administration, labor relations and reviewing RCC daily Exception Reports, directives, as well as conducting critiques for Operations personnel on the midnight tour.

+ Responsible for the management of safety in a proactive manner, safety accountability by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting safety audits, implementing corrective actions, and fostering a culture of safety awareness. Financial accountability includes monitoring the departmental budget, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring expenditures (overtime align with department and organizational protocols.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation Management, Urban Planning or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• Must possess a minimum of 8 years related experience.

• Must possess at least 5 years of managerial/supervisory experience.

Desired Skills

• In-depth knowledge of mass transit/ railroad operations, capital program activities and cleaning operations.

• General knowledge of Staten Island Railway and DOS Subway operations, operating rules,

• Labor contracts, and physical characteristics.

• Strong labor relations, and team building skills.

• Strong change management and adaptability skills.

• Proficiency in managing changing and conflicting priorities.

• Competent in Microsoft Office products.

Selection Method

• Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview and possibly an assessment.

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”).

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.