Director, Operating Practices
- Employer
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Location
- Washington D.C
- Closing date
- Mar 13, 2021
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- Industry
- Delivery and Transportation
- Function
- Executive, Director
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Transportation, Business, or related field
Experience
- Minimum ten (10) years of overall career experience working in High Reliability Operations, to include five (5) years of that experience specific to supporting railroad/transit operations
- Specific RWP experience to include developing and implementing on-track safety procedures that encompass working limits, train coordination, foul time, exclusive track occupancy, inaccessible track, train approach warning systems
- Proven experience developing, implementing, and overseeing compliance of RWP manuals is considered essential
- Minimum five (5) years staff management experience, with skillset and experience required to build, develop, and lead teams; prepare and facilitate structured, results driven committee meetings
- Blue Signal Protection experience to include developing and implementing practices to protect employees engaged in the inspection, testing, repair, and servicing of rolling equipment
Certification/Licensure
- Required to attend and successfully pass RWP training within six (6 months) of hire and to maintain RWP Qualification as a condition to perform core job duties
Preferred
- Demonstrated leadership experience working in any variety of high reliability operations, railroad, or transit operating departments
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
The Director, of Safety Operating Practices is a forward-looking leader that delivers on the effort to refresh Metro's Safety Rules and Procedures Handbook in alignment with the current operating environment, industry best practices, company policy, and regulatory requirements, in support of the implementation of a Safety Management System (SMS). The incumbent is highly experienced in leading an Operating Practices team in support of transit or railroad operations; managing rules committees; writing and revising rules, processes, and procedures; and implementing efficiency and proficiency testing programs. Additionally, the Director is regarded as a subject matter expert with hands-on experience in the areas of Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Electrical Safety Protocols, and Blue Signal Protection.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Determines the vision for establishing Metro's Safety Operating Practices Team to include building the team, setting priorities, tactical planning, reporting on progress, and utilizing data analysis to measure effectiveness.
- Oversees (and performs when needed) the review, edit, and re-write of rules, procedures and associated content related to transit/railroad rulebooks, especially Operating, Electrical Safety, RWP, and Blue Signal Protection manuals.
- Serves as the chair of the Metro Safety Standards Committee. Oversees the preparation of the agenda; leads and facilitates the interdisciplinary safety standards committee in a manner that is efficient, organized and drives decision-making and results.
- Applies problem-solving abilities to resolve issues related to rule and procedural conflicts, varying interpretations, ambiguity, and other issues.
- Serves as the contract manager for third-party support, tasked with assisting with the effort to refresh the Metro Safety Rules and Procedures Handbook. Establishes an operating rhythm that ensures content stays current and continuously improves as lessons are learned in the field during implementation.
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:
- 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
- Website
- http://www.wmata.com/
- Location
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600 Fifth St. NW
Washington
DC
20001
US
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