Assistant General Manager

Transdev • Knoxville, TN

95d • $82,600 - $91,000

About The Position

The Assistant General Manager supports the General Manager in directing the passenger transit operations. This position is based in Knoxville, TN in supporting the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The Assistant General Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the contract, facility and safety of personnel and passengers, customer service and managing the financials.
Transdev is proud to offer:
Competitive compensation package of minimum $82,600 – maximum $91,000
Benefits include:
Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 5+7 years of supervisory or management level experience in the passenger transportation industry
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws
• Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation
• Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system’s staff and operational departments
• Ability to deal with state and local government
• Ability to manage cost control and financial/budget experience handling multiple locations
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to details
• Ability to navigate Labor Relations issues and work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances, and negotiations.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.
• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations management.
• Provides strategic planning and direction to the operations staff.
• Manages contract compliance.
• Has shared responsibility for scheduling, performance evaluation, and staffing responsibilities for the facility's management staff.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $82,600 – maximum $91,000
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees