Transit Supervisor I-City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

11d•$6,677 - $8,077•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, Transit Supervisor I supervises the day-to-day assignments and performance of Bus Driver's on an assigned shift. Incumbents monitor route service, investigate, and resolve customer complaints and assign and supervise the daily assignments of buses, bus drivers and other assigned staff in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal statutes, rules, and regulations.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in transportation, public or business administration or a closely related field; AND Three (3) years of experience in transit operations.
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education of a year for year basis.
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California Driver's License or equivalent, required at time of appointment.
Candidates considered for hire may be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
Must be able to obtain a Class 'B' California Driver's License with Passenger endorsement prior to the end of the probationary period and maintain throughout assignment.
The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
This position is designated as being Safety Sensitive and requires all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment.
Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue services vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and may be subject to random alcohol and drug testing throughout their employment in this position.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily bus and driver assignments.
Monitor routes and restore service during delays.
Investigate service issues, violations, and accidents.
Resolve customer complaints and minor grievances.
Prepare reports and operational documentation.
Evaluate driver performance and recommend actions.
Respond to field incidents requiring intervention.
Identify service problems and suggest improvements.
Perform training, ride‑alongs, radio control, or paratransit oversight as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
15.5 – 20 hours per month based on years of service with cash out provisions.
Benefit equal to annual salary with a maximum of $150,000; premium paid by the City.
40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum.
60 hours per fiscal year with cash out provisions, for exempt employees only.
10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.
Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.
Provided to Supervisors in FAX Operations.
Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.
City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.