Division Manager

Pace • Waukegan, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Regional Manager or designee, the Division Manager is
responsible for the direct supervision of all day-to-day operations,
administration, transportation, safety, training, and maintenance sections of
the Division; Essential Functions include:

1. Implementing, monitoring, and enforcing Pace rules, policies, procedures,
and FTA and DOT regulations.
2. Directing labor relations matters, contract negotiations, contract
implementation, grievances, and other union matters.
3. Managing personnel matters including oversight of hiring matters and
staffing up to authorized levels.
4. Performing monthly and annual budget analysis and reporting and operating
within budget.
5. Approving and overseeing division petty cash, expenses, payroll, appraisals,
purchasing, and initiating and conducting investigations when warranted.
6. Establishing division goals and collaborating with staff to achieve them.
7. Overseeing the safety and security of the facility, employees, and
passengers.
8. Performing other duties as assigned or required.

Pace, the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority
(“Pace”), was established to aid and assist public transportation in the
six-county northeastern Illinois area consisting of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake,
McHenry, and Will Counties.

As an equal opportunity employer, Pace seeks to employ qualified personnel in
all job classifications and to provide equal opportunities in a manner that will
not discriminate against any person because of actual or perceived race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or civil union
status, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, order of protection status,
childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic
information, or any other protected characteristic defined under applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Pace. If you are having difficulty completing
this application or require other assistance, please contact Devlin Collins at
[email protected].

Requirements

• A high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate is required; a college degree in a transit-related field or business is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience in public transit supervision and operation management including labor relations, discipline of employees, complaint investigation and resolution, and incident/accident investigation
• Must have extensive knowledge of public transportation (familiarity with Pace Operations, Safety/Training and Maintenance procedures is a plus) and a good work history.
• Must have a Class B CDL with passenger and airbrake endorsements and a safe driving record and DOT certification.
• Must demonstrate proficiency using computers with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must have basic math skills, strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and the demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• This role requires sitting for extended periods, typing on a computer, and attending meetings.
• Must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• This position is not eligible for a hybrid work schedule or remote work.

Nice To Haves

• a college degree in a transit-related field or business is preferred.
• familiarity with Pace Operations, Safety/Training and Maintenance procedures is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Access, PowerPoint and Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implementing, monitoring, and enforcing Pace rules, policies, procedures, and FTA and DOT regulations.
• Directing labor relations matters, contract negotiations, contract implementation, grievances, and other union matters.
• Managing personnel matters including oversight of hiring matters and staffing up to authorized levels.
• Performing monthly and annual budget analysis and reporting and operating within budget.
• Approving and overseeing division petty cash, expenses, payroll, appraisals, purchasing, and initiating and conducting investigations when warranted.
• Establishing division goals and collaborating with staff to achieve them.
• Overseeing the safety and security of the facility, employees, and passengers.
• Performing other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED