Assistant Transit Manager for Fixed Route and Seasonal Transportation

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $65,000

At Rural Community Transportation (RCT), we do more than provide rideswe connect people to essential services, independence, and opportunity. Our staff culture is built on trust, teamwork, and a deep sense of purpose. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a supportive, fast-paced environment where every call to a client, provider, or driver is an opportunity to make a real difference in someones life.

We value compassion, resourcefulness, and commitment to equity in rural communities. RCT is a place where team members can growprofessionally and personallywith opportunities to build new skills and advance within a mission-driven organization. If you're detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and ready to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we encourage you to apply.

The Assistant Transit Manager for Fixed and Seasonal Routes reports to the Transit Manager. This position plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates all fixed route and seasonal operations; leads and participates in safety efforts; coordinates driver training; and is responsible for proper staffing of fixed and seasonal routes.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities reflect the essential functions of the position, but do not restrict the assignment of additional or different tasks; changes to the duties and responsibilities may be made at managements discretion. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop, plan, perform, and evaluate driver training programs as recommended or required by the Federal

Transit Administration (FTA), the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans), Department of Transportation (DOT), and other applicable regulatory entities, including, but not limited to, PASS, distracted driving, de-escalation techniques, etc.

training on routes, vehicle inspections, proper maintenance of fleet

vehicles, proper operation of fleet vehicles, accurate completion of paperwork, passenger assistance techniques, and industry-specific guidelines.

60 days of hire.

needed / requested.

ensure accident management protocol is followed.

compliance with safety requirements, procedures, and protocols.

clear expectations, and by providing and encouraging regular feedback to and from staff.

Transit Manager.

Education and Experience

Required :

High School completion or equivalent

Preferred : Some defined supervisory experience

Certifications and Licenses

Required : Vermont Drivers License, CDL with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements

Required Knowledge and Competencies

challenges, objectively assess information, and propose and implement solutions.

This position requires performing both active and sedentary tasks in various environments, including professional office settings and vehicles, as well as exposure to a wide range of weather conditions, including inclement weather. Occasional periods of work outdoors in inclement weather conditions may be required.

This position may require working in potentially stressful situations and may involve interacting with passengers who exhibit challenging behaviors. Medical and other emergencies involving employees may occur during working hours; employees will be required to contact emergency services for assistance with these events as necessary and to alert their supervisor of such events as soon as possible.

Exposure to blood and / or body fluids may occur. In the event of exposure, universal precautions and protective equipment / measures will be required.

Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance during regular MondayFriday business hours is required most months of the year, with changes seasonally to meet weekend ridership demands for Stowe Mountain Road service.

Physical and Other Requirements

ready to perform, or immediately available to perform safety-sensitive functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Assistant Operations Manager for Fixed Route and Seasonal provides task direction, support, and training to all RCT fixed route and seasonal drivers.

Rural Community Transportation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV-positive status, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship status, veteran / military status, crime victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all of RCTs terms and conditions of employment.