Overview

$162,598 – $203,063 per year

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is the North Bay’s passenger rail service providing a safe, reliable and congestion-free transportation option for Marin and Sonoma counties. The current 45-mile system includes stations in the Sonoma County Airport area, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Petaluma, Novato, San Rafael, and Larkspur. SMART’s system also includes a bicycle and pedestrian pathway along the rail corridor. Under general direction, the MOW Manager plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the Maintenance of Way division, including inspections, testing, maintenance and repair, construction, quality assurance, and warranty administration of train control, signal and communication system infrastructure, wayside signals, track, right of way, and facilities; manages the effective use of resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Chief Operating Officer in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Ø Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Maintenance of Way division, including the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of track, tunnels, bridges, embankments, culverts, ditches, wayside signals, grade crossings, station platforms, parking lots, buildings and multi-use pathway.
Ø Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the section; recommends within policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Ø Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
Ø Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships.
Ø Participates in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
Ø Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals, and recommends award; administers contracts to ensure compliance with District specifications and service quality.
Ø Oversee train control, signal, communication, and facilities inspections and audits.
Ø Analyzes highly complex and technical track, signal, communication, and moveable bridge system maintenance problems.
Ø Evaluates maintenance efficiency and reliability by reviewing and analyzing daily logs, field service reports, and data reports; initiates corrective actions as needed.
Ø Oversees and directs technical upgrades and developments related to track, signals, and communication systems, including capital improvement and new construction to ensure train safety and the public is not adversely affected.
Ø Manages right-of-way maintenance program including vegetation, debris, material, and unauthorized people.
Ø Reviews right-of-way access permit requests for SMART departments outside of Maintenance of Way, contractors, public utilities, and external private entities; determines level of on-track safety required.
Ø Responds to emergency situations and coordinates the maintenance of way response for events and accidents, and significant service interruptions due to equipment failure, natural disasters, power outages, or vehicle accidents.
Ø Prepares and presents staff and agenda reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
Ø Conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures, as appropriate.
Ø Serves as a liaison for assigned functions with other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces, as necessary.
Ø Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of rail operation, construction, and maintenance safety; research emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to District needs.
Ø Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
Ø Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Ø Directs the establishment and maintenance of working and official files.
Ø Ensures staff compliance with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

Requirements

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Ø Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, management, engineering, transportation, public administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Ø Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in passenger or freight railroad, public transportation, track, signals, and/or train communication system operations, including three (3) in a management or supervisory capacity.
Licenses and Certifications:
Ø Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license, to be maintained throughout employment.

Additional Information

Position is open until filled.
Apply online: https://sonomamarintrain.org/jobs
SMART is an equal opportunity employer.