Transit Supervisor (Day Shift)

City of Harrisonburg•Harrisonburg, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want a challenging career that allows you to grow as a leader while simultaneously making a difference in the local community by using your knowledge and experience in public transportation? If so, consider the City of Harrisonburg Public Transportation Department's Transit Supervisor (Day Shift) position! The Transit Supervisor is a full-time, non-exempt position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $26.67 - $29.34 per hour (equivalent to $55,473 - $61,027 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City Policy Section 3: Compensation. As the Transit Supervisor on the day shift, you'll perform a variety of technical duties, including but not limited to supervising bus operators, providing assistance in the operation of the Transit division, planning and scheduling transportation services, assisting the Transit Superintendent, and operating a transit and paratransit bus as needed. You're the ideal candidate for this position if you possess leadership skills and understand the importance of promoting teamwork and safety in all aspects of transit operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Moderate (1-3 years) experience operating buses and in customer service
Valid driver's license is required at the time of application
Possession of or the ability to acquire an appropriate CDL valid in the Commonwealth of VA is required by the end of the paid, on-the-job classroom training for this position, or as deemed appropriate by the Department
Availability to work Mondays - Fridays from 6:00am - 3:00pm with additional days/hours as required by business needs
Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of transit and paratransit buses
Thorough knowledge of the geography of the service area
Thorough knowledge of area traffic laws
Thorough knowledge of Paratransit operations and dispatch
General knowledge of modern personnel practices and related legislation
General knowledge of Department of Transportation and Federal Transit Administration requirements for transit and paratransit bus operation
Ability to communicate concerning mechanics of bus
Ability to plan and schedule the work of rotating staff
Ability to supervise transit operators
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports
Ability to operate transit vehicles safely and efficiently and to train less experienced operators regarding same
Ability to remain alert and to maintain calm demeanor during stressful periods
Ability to express ideas clearly and accurately both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public
Successful applicants must receive satisfactory results from a DMV record check
Successful applicants must receive satisfactory results from a Federal Transit Administration drug screen
Successful applicants must receive satisfactory results from a Federal Transit Administration physical
Successful applicants must receive satisfactory results from a Criminal background check