• Superintendent, Transportation Operations…

    MTA (Staten Island, NY)


    Superintendent, Transportation Operations & Construction Project Planning

     

    Job ID: 12736

     

    Business Unit: SIRTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Transportation

     

    Date Posted: Aug 19, 2025

    Description

    JOB INFORMATION

    Title: Superintendent, Transportation Operations & Construction Project Planning

     

    Opening Date: 8/18/2025

     

    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 (min) - $148,834(max)

     

    (Grade D/ 621 points)

     

    UTLO rate: $139,396

    Responsibilities

    + This position is accountable for leading the day-to-day management of operations and/or construction project planning activities in addition to daily Rail Control Center (RCC) activities, including managing the safe monitoring of trains, and responding to and conducting investigations of emergencies and operational incidents.

    + Additionally, monitoring the collection of fares and customer service, and maintaining cleanliness and professional appearance of station areas, auditing operating performance and customer amenities.

    + Incumbent will also be involved in managing capital construction flagging activities and serving as the principal point of contact for capital programs. Additional duties include involvement in various aspects of administration, planning, hiring, labor relations and the implementation of new business processes.

    + Responsible for the management of safety in a proactive manner and safety accountability by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting of safety audits, implementing corrective actions, and fostering a culture of safety awareness.

    + The incumbent will also have financial accountability including the monitoring of 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 is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

    • Must possess a minimum of 8 years related operations and construction project planning 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.