This position requires:
Supervisory experience in providing work direction to others; exceptional skill in oral and written communications and interpersonal relations including interaction with co-workers, supervisor, general public and stakeholders for effective delivery and exchange of information; integrity in supporting and meeting employer’s goals and responsibilities; principled professional and team player with commitment to the practice and delivery of outstanding customer service; and, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and email.
Experience in budgeting and fiscal management, managing contracts for consultants, transit fixed route transit/paratransit operations, transit center operations, security services and property management companies, principles and practices and knowledge of transit planning, capital facilities development and project management, parking facility operations, negotiations, and change management. Working knowledge of related zero emission buses technology and operations, zero emission bus facility requirements and technology and real-time systems, and transit technology is desirable.
Knowledge of: Knowledge of Fiscal management of Transportation-related funding and reporting applicable to Los Angeles County, such as Proposition A and Proposition C, and at the State and Federal levels. Working knowledge of transit reporting such as Transit Performance Measures, National Transportation Database, Federal Transit Administration TRAMS, State Controller and Short-Range Transit Plans. Knowledge of Federal Transit Administration regulations and procurement requirements. Effective managerial methods, budgets and finance, supervisory techniques, intergovernmental relations, grants administration, operational plans, contract management, facilities planning/operations as well as contemporary transit/transportation issues and operations.
Ability to: Efficiently and effectively manage the operation of the Transit Division under the supervision of the Director of Community Services or designee; prepare and administer operational and capital budgets; meet fiscal and operational reporting/compliance requirements; properly manage contracts; reason logically, plan ahead, think creatively, solve problems and achieve quality results aligned with the City’s goals and objectives using high ethical standards and outstanding customer service; demonstrate initiative; perform as a team member; sustain positive relations with transit users, service providers, stakeholders and governmental agencies; participate in assigned regional transit/transportation organizations; manage projects; effectively supervise employees and develop their knowledge, skills, teamwork and excellence of performance; learn and apply complex transit/transportation information; link in support to resident, business development and regional activities; legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California; and meet the physical employment standards for the position.
Required Education, Experience and/or Licenses: A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, transportation, or a related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of transit programs and services contract management and staff supervision is required. A valid California Driver License is required at all times.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Abilities: While performing the duties of this class, the employee is required to sit for extended periods of time, and occasionally to stand and walk. Finger dexterity and light grasping is required to handle, feel, or operate computer hardware and standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level. The employee occasionally lifts and carries records and documents typically weighing less than 25 pounds.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to see, talk, hear, and perceive and distinguish colors or shades of colors and sounds.,
Environmental Factors: Classification typically works in office conditions with controlled temperature settings. Some tasks may require working outdoors and include exposure to weather conditions, air pollution, traffic noise, and/or other conditions associated with outdoor activities.
Job description statements describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees and are not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process may include but is not limited to: Application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process, such as: reference check, background investigation, fingerprint criminal history check, post-offer drug test, post-offer psychological and post-offer medical examination, the cost of which will be borne by the City.
Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Incomplete applications, including references to "see resume", are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.
The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.
Qualified Military Veterans are given an additional five points to a passing score for both open-competitive and promotional recruitments.
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