Manager Training (7290) - Rail Simulator

Septa • Philadelphia, PA

3d • $107,640 - $134,550

About The Position

The Manager Training directs rail simulator training activities for transportation employees, using efficient methods and state-of-the-art simulation technology. The role leads initiatives to unify and standardize training, testing, and recertification processes for operational employees, integrating practices across SEPTA’s City and Railroad divisions. The manager works with other Training Managers, division heads, cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, industry peers, and external partners to develop and deliver current, relevant training.

The position manages training resources, policies, procedures, course materials, simulator program delivery, evaluation processes, compliance activities, and simulator hardware and software maintenance. It also monitors program effectiveness, analyzes performance data, tracks regulatory changes, supports audits, and provides statistical and budgetary information to the Senior Director of Training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Engineering, Business Administration, Education, or a related field, and eight years of Railroad Transportation experience.
• At least five years of progressively responsible managerial experience at the Assistant Director level or equivalent.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered; two years of relevant experience equates to one year of post-high-school education. The five-year managerial experience requirement still applies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, leadership, project management, and team collaboration abilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and coordination skills to manage, plan, control, and implement programs required for SEPTA compliance.
• General understanding of CFR Parts 240, 242, and 243.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience developing and implementing adult training programs.
• Rail simulator training experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of training programs for City and Railroad divisions to create a unified, standardized approach emphasizing safety.
• Collaborate with division heads to identify opportunities to align and improve training methods and incorporate improvements into simulator training.
• Manage development and use of training resources, including training, testing, and recertification policies and procedures that meet industry regulations and internal quality standards.
• Oversee development of training materials, courses, and modules to support employee skill development.
• Manage and coordinate simulator training delivery, including on-site, remote, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Implement consistent testing and evaluation processes to measure operational employees’ knowledge and skills.
• Collect and analyze data and testing results to identify improvement opportunities and additional training needs.
• Share performance data with department heads to track program effectiveness and rules compliance in the field.
• Assess training program effectiveness and pursue opportunities for improvement.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to keep training programs current.
• Maintain current information about changes to Code of Federal Regulations, Federal Railroad Administration, and Federal Transportation Administration regulations and incorporate them into simulator training.
• Manage maintenance and updates to simulator hardware and software.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors to procure simulator maintenance contracts.
• Interact with industry peers to identify emergent simulation technologies and implement them at SEPTA when the budget permits.
• Direct the formulation and analysis of compliance programs, including MaxAccel.
• Monitor Engineer Compliance rides.
• Manage and report compliance activities for Training, Operations, VEH, Operations M&W, and Medical.
• Ensure support is provided for internal and external audits.
• Manage training for QUARC software used by RRD Training personnel.
• Provide statistical and budgetary information to the Senior Director of Training.
• Ensure adherence to Authority and operating department policies and procedures.
• Participate in performance evaluation and merit increase processes for assigned instructors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan and 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Paid parental leave, vacation time, and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness programs and resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Free SEPTA Transportation Pass with unlimited access to SEPTA services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager