Director Track & Right of Way

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)•New York, NY

7d•$105,654 - $174,330•Onsite

About The Position

Manages the resources and activities of personnel engaged in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of light rail transit (LRT) Track and Right-of-Way, including the rail and track system. This role involves supervision of salary and hourly employees, management of operating and capital budgets, vendor contracts and expenditures, and oversight of capital projects and state of good repair (SGR) projects for Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART's) Maintenance of Way (MOW) Department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of rail transit or Class I track systems and ROW maintenance/construction.
Five (5) years of experience supervising a staff in maintenance activities and technical support programs.
Possess a valid Texas driver’s license to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
Pass a physical (medical) examination that includes a drug screen.
Proficiency in PC software applications, including Microsoft Office or other related software applications.
Knowledge of budget development/analysis and operational cost factors.
Analytical and creative skills to find solutions to complex interpersonal, technical, and administrative problems.
Ability to work all variable hours and shifts, to include nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Operates mobile and hand-held radio.

Responsibilities

Manages and develops programs, procedures, and standards for the Track and Right-of-Way Division.
Interfaces with the Technical Services Division, engineers, and contractors to resolve maintenance problems and reviews design plans for build-out.
Develops specifications for procurement of materials and equipment required to maintain the track system.
Manages and directs the performance of detailed maintenance, repairs, modifications, etc., to track systems.
Develops work schedules, as well as preventative maintenance, repair, upgrade, and equipment installation schedules.
Interviews, selects, develops, trains, evaluates, counsels, and, if necessary, disciplines subordinate personnel.
Enforces safety policies and reviews/analyzes problem areas to determine the need for improved procedures.
Develops budget estimates for the Track and Right-of-Way Division and manages expenditures within the approved budget.
Provides monthly variance explanations for the division.
Prepares and files reports on work activities of the Track and Right-of-Way Division, and on any accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences.
Authorizes requisitions for materials, parts, and supplies.
Monitors usage and coordinates needs with the Material Management Division.
Performs various duties including responding to emergency conditions, coordinating with outside contractors, and assisting with the development and promotion of capital projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned.