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Assistant Chief Training Officer, Transportation (Buses)

Job ID: 11530

Business Unit: New York City Transit

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Regional Bus Company

Date Posted: Apr 25, 2025

Description

Job Information

Assistant Chief Training Officer, Transportation (Buses)

First date of posting: 4/25/2025

Last date of posting: 5/16/2025

Authority: TA / OA / MTA Bus

Department: Regional Bus Company

Division/Unit: Training

Reports To: VP Safety & Training

Hours of Work: Various

Compensation

Salary Range: $113,172 - $160,206 (Grade B - 805 hay points)

Responsibilities

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 evaluation 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. Provide training to MTA Bridges & Tunnels.

Additional duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

+ 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. Coordinate 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 the DOB. Coordinate the delivery of undercover check rides, random observations, standardized evaluation and appropriate record retention. Ensure that the follow-up actions taken are appropriate for 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

+ A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in Transportation Management, education, training, or a related field, and twelve (12) years of full-time related experience, at least five (5) years of which must have been in a supervisory/managerial capacity.

+ A satisfactory equivalent of combined education and experience requirements.

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.