Manager, Transit Operations & Training
Job ID: 2499
Openings: 1
Jurisdiction: Out of Scope
Division: City Operations
Department: Transit
Branch: Transit Operations & Training
Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA
Type of Posting: Internal & External
Employment Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: $100,469.00 - $133,956.00
Date Posted: November 21, 2024
Closing Date: December 8, 2024
Land Acknowledgement
We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.
The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.
Position Summary
Responsible for managing the Transit Operations and Training Branch, including operational planning, financial management, stakeholder relations, and people leadership. Ensures efficient and cost-effective transit services, route scheduling, driver training, and special transportation requests. Leads and participates in city-wide projects and initiatives, contributing to the success of transit operations and emergency response planning.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Operational Planning: Develops and implements annual operational plans, sets objectives, and ensures policies and procedures align with departmental goals. Leads disaster preparedness and emergency response initiatives.
- Financial Management: Develops and monitors the budget, forecasts expenditures, ensures financial practices align with City standards, and seeks funding opportunities for service enhancement.
- Stakeholder Relationship Management: Provides guidance to senior leaders, manages relationships with community partners, and ensures public relations are maintained.
- Human Resource Leadership: Leads workforce planning, supervises over 200 employees, manages performance, and ensures adherence to collective agreements.
- Risk Management: Ensures safety procedures and risk assessments are conducted, develops operational risk action plans, and represents the department in legal matters.
- Operational Accountabilities: Manages daily operations, including route planning, vehicle maintenance, accident investigations, and training programs. Oversees public safety initiatives and national accreditation requirements.
Key Qualifications
- Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of transit operations, municipal regulations, program management, emergency response, and safety procedures. Familiarity with the latest transportation technology and industry standards.
- Communication: Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and negotiation. Ability to manage change and represent the City in media interactions.
- Problem Solving: Ability to address complex, operational challenges and make decisions that impact transit service efficiency, safety, and customer experience.
- People Leadership: Experienced in leading a diverse team, with a focus on performance management, employee development, and labor relations.
- Physical and Environmental Demands: Standard office work with occasional heightened demands during emergency response or on-site presence in adverse weather conditions.
Additional Requirements:
- Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
- Proof of education is required.
- Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.
At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you're passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!
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