• SVP and Chief Officer, SIRTOA

    MTA (Staten Island, NY)


    SVP and Chief Officer, SIRTOA

     

    Job ID: 14130

     

    Business Unit: SIRTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Executive

     

    Date Posted: Jan 8, 2026

    Description

    Job Title: SVP and Chief Officer, SIRTOA

     

    First Date of Posting: January 8, 2026

     

    Last Date of Posting: January 28, 2026

     

    Authority: SIRTOA

     

    Department: NYCTA

     

    Division/Unit: Staten Island Railway (SIR)

     

    Reports to: EVP, Subways Operations (COO)

     

    Work Location: 845 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

     

    Hours of Work: Day Shift

    COMPENSATION:

    + $173,356.00 -$237,734.00

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    The position is accountable for providing executive level direction and management of the Staten Island Rapid Transit Operating Authority which includes: the delivery of safe, efficient and reliable service to 25,000 daily passengers; the development of short and long-term strategies necessary to improve system performance through the implementation/integration of new technology; provide direction of operations including inspection, testing, repair and maintenance of SIR equipment, facilities and systems; responsible for SIR’s safety program including the development and maintenance of policies and procedures. Responsible for effective management of emergency situations and ensuring appropriate level and type of response by SIR personnel.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Engineering and fifteen (15) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree. Ten (10) years of the required experience must have been in a managerial/supervisory capacity.

    DESIRED SKILLS:

    + Demonstrated ability to provide executive-level leadership, set short- and long-term strategic direction, and drive organizational performance improvements in a complex transit or transportation environment.

    + Strong knowledge of rail/transit operations, including inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of equipment, facilities, and systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable service delivery.

    + Experience leading and coordinating effective responses to emergencies, ensuring appropriate staffing, decision-making, and communication during critical and high-impact situations.

    SELECTION METHOD

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

     

    All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.

    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.