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MOW TACTICAL COORDINATOR

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Washington D.C
Closing date
Apr 18, 2019

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Industry
Delivery and Transportation
Function
Program Manager
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Details

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
    • In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a High School Diploma and four (4) years of demonstrated experience and technical competence in rail systems (Traction Power, ATC) or rail operations, which includes supervision of maintenance and/or engineering activities will be considered.

Experience
  • A minimum of four (4) years of project coordination/scheduling experience, preferably in Rail Operations, Maintenance or Construction. Experience with work scheduling, coordination and safety requirements (for work zones and worker protection); experience with coordinating time-critical events.

Certification/Licensure
  • Must acquire and maintain Level 4 Roadway Work Protection certification

Preferred
  • Supervisory experience, troubleshooting issues and giving clear direction to multiple people/groups is preferred.

Medical Group:

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

SUMMARY

Position is responsible for detailed coordination of Maintenance of Way (MOW) Work Planning activities to ensure safe and efficient use of track time and enable the safety and reliability of the rail infrastructure. The incumbent coordinates the development of the work zone safety requirements with Automatic Train Control (ATC) Engineering, Traction Power Operations Engineering, Office of Automatic Train Control Maintenance (ATCM), Office of Traction Power Maintenance (TRPM), and Strategic Coordination and Mobile Operations (SCMO), as well as facilitates communication with Rail Operations Central Control (ROCC) / Maintenance Operation Control (MOC) / Track Access Maintenance and Construction (TAMC) to resolve planning conflicts field coordination. The incumbent also works with the work groups and the MOW Schedulers to ensure each outage is well coordinated, with a good plan to complete work and return to full service in accordance with prescribed time tables.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Leads development of work zone maps, safety requirements, ATC and Traction Power (TP) isolation requirements, in compliance with Roadway Work Protection (RWP) and Metrorail Safety Rules and Procedures Handbook (MSRPH). Communicates with work groups to understand the scope of work planned and specific locations.
  • Executes work in accordance with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to the extent possible, with necessary or recommended deviations communicated to responsible and authorized Office Directors, as quickly as possible.
  • Coordinates with the Office of Rail Transportation (RTRA) for any temporary orders, as required.
  • Reviews work groups needs and develops plans to ensure groups request rights for any material staging, preparatory work, and post-event clean up.
  • Ensures rail service adjustments (RSAs) and track rights are entered correctly in the General Orders and Track Rights System (GOTRS) and works with Track Access Maintenance and Construction (TAMC) to ensure effective coordination and documentation of the work planned, in accordance with all WMATA rules, regulations, and policies.
  • Supports TAMC in determining resolution for conflicting track rights requests, particularly developing preemptive solutions and/or modifications to eliminate impending conflicts.
  • Coordinates equipment line-ups and staging with Rail Yard and ROCC.
  • Reviews adjacent track rights requests and other equipment moves scheduled simultaneously from various Rail Yards that may cause conflict or delays, and coordinates prioritization of moves in advance with impacted Rail Yards and ROCC.
  • Develops detailed execution plans and timelines for transition nights (opening/closing/modification of a work zone). Leads coordination of both ATC and TP engineering groups, as well as maintenance groups, that must implement the plan (switch orders, etc.) to ensure full understanding of safe work area practices and procedures.
  • Leads daily coordination calls during major track work events and resolves conflicts/delays, as necessary.
  • Troubleshoots issues that arise in the field that impact planned work or projected return to service schedules.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Reviews and issues Work Packages to Department of Rail Services (RAIL) management and all affected parties to ensure clear communication of work plans, scope and schedule.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria:

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Personal Interview
  • Skills Assessments
  • Verification of education and experience
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Successful completion of a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening
  • Review of a current Motor Vehicle Report

Closing:
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, a Federal contractor, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Our hiring process is designed to be accessible and free from discrimination.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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