Deputy Chief, Surface Transit Capital Programs and Strategic Coordination

Deputy Chief, Surface Transit Capital Programs and Strategic Coordination

Bus Operations

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

We are looking to hire a Deputy Chief, Surface Transit Capital Programs and Strategic Coordination!

Roles and Responsibilities:

The specifications outlined are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in this position. The specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Serve as the primary lead coordinator for major capital projects affecting Bus, Light Rail, and Access Link operations.

• Lead cross-functional teams responsible for complex capital and strategic initiatives.

• Represent operational interests throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and implementation.

• Ensure operating requirements are incorporated into project plans, specifications, facility designs, and implementation schedules.

• Coordinate with Capital Delivery, Procurement, Finance, IT, Safety, Security, Legal, Government and Community Relations, and other departments.

• Establish project governance structures, reporting processes, decision points, and escalation procedures.

• Represent Surface Transit at meetings, committees, and project reviews as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Vice President.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Transportation Planning, or related field.

• Fifteen plus (15+) years of progressively responsible management experience in transit operations or capital projects.

• Experience coordinating complex capital programs across multiple departments and operating divisions.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or comparable credential preferred.

• One year of closely related work experience can be substituted for each year of education required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of capital project development and operational readiness processes.

• Knowledge of transit operations, fleet management, maintenance, safety, accessibility, and customer-service requirements.

• Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives and competing priorities.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build consensus and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

• Proficiency in project-management tools and executive reporting.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

• Retirement Plans:

o 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

o 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

o 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

Please be advised that this position is subject to the requirements of Executive Order No. 2 (Murphy, Jan. 17, 2018). If you are selected for this position and accept the offer of employment, you will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Statement (“FDS”) annually and your FDS will be posted online.

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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