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Manager, Special Projects (Grounds Maintenance and Custodial Services)

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
MD
Closing date
Oct 4, 2022

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

Minimum Qualifications :
  • Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Business Management, Facilities Management or a related field
    • In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a High School Diploma or GED with four (4) years of maintenance management experience in an organization responsible for the janitorial and/or landscape maintenance of facilities or similar organization.

Experience
  • A minimum of five (5) years of management experience in an organization responsible for janitorial or landscape management of facilities or related field.

Certification/Licensure
  • Possession of a valid District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia motor vehicle operator's permit issued from jurisdiction of residence

Preferred
  • N/A

Experience
  • Experience in fast paced transit maintenance environment.

Medical Group:

Ability to complete satisfactorily the medical examination for this job. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mission Essential Designation:
  • In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Job Summary

The Manager, Special Projects is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing special projects within the Grounds Maintenance and Custodial Services (GMAC) Branch. The incumbent implements GMAC projects associated with rail stations, buildings, grounds, and other support facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Plans, develops, manages and implements special projects within the Superintendent's operation. Establishes, analyzes, and evaluates branch programs, goals, and objectives for special project functions. Maintains knowledge of current developments in transit facilities and grounds maintenance management, operations and activities. Evaluates, recommends and assists in implementation of those which are beneficial to GMAC operations, goals and objectives
  • Coordinates activities between regional GMAC services areas and evaluates performance of assigned work crews and recommends appropriate methods and techniques to be implemented. Supervises subordinate staff including recommending applicant selection, disciplinary actions, resolution of grievances, assigning duties, directing work, approving leave requests and timesheets, and ensuring appropriate subordinate training is completed. Responsible for establishing work plans for subordinates against which they are measured and responsible for conducting performance evaluations of subordinates based on these work plans
  • Ensures that central control operations is notified properly and in a timely manner. Coordinates activities among the Office of Track and Structures (TRST), the Office of Engineering and Architecture (ENGA), Construction and Design Engineering (CONS), and GMAC. Ensures that material and equipment are requisitioned. Prepares technical specifications and details for special projects, evaluates and recommends acceptance of offers from vendors and contractors in accordance with the Authority's procurement policies. Monitors and serves as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) for contracts pertaining to special projects. Attends office and department committee meetings to make presentations regarding contractual needs
  • Responsible and accountable for developing and submitting a realistic and reasonable project budget and for issuing appropriate progress reports as required to record the project's advancements or delays. The report shall include a register of completed tasks, all payments issued and any problems causing delays, redirection of focus or that impacts project delivery timeline or strategy. A progress report will be provided to Office of Management and Budget Services (OMBS) as well as the program's front office (ELT member) as required
  • Responsible for cost allocation to appropriate projects and for the timely and accurate review and approval of applicable invoices
  • Analyzes branch productivity and advises the Superintendent regarding special projects, through periodic briefings on successes or failures relative to achieving objectives and goals. Attends and participates in internal and external meetings, hearings, and high-level planning sessions, which pertain to the execution of the functional responsibilities of the Special Projects section
  • Manages response to severe weather and other emergencies. Oversees the establishment and implementation of an effective GMAC inspection and maintenance program for WMATA facilities, to ensure continuous safe and efficient use. Ensures that contingency plans are provided for in the event of an emergency and that properly trained personnel and appropriate equipment is available on a timely basis to ensure timely restoration of the system to normal operations
  • Attends and passes the required training classes and continuously learns best practices for working safely and efficiently. Performs assignments and ensures subordinates perform assignments according to established safety practices and maintenance guidelines

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:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

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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