Posting dates: 2/15/2018 - 3/6/2018
ALL APPLICANTS WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY.
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DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT
JOB POSTING

(* indicates requisition 5477)

Job Title*:AVP Ways, Struct & Amenities  Pay Grade*:E1/ Starting Salary: $105,176  
Section*:Ways Structures Amenities  Job Code:0168 
Division*:Facility Maintenance Building  FLSA/EEO:Exempt/Official Administrators 
Department*:Rail Operations    

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Manages the programs, resources and activities of personnel engaged in the maintenance of light rail transit (LRT) and street car right-of-way and bus/LRT/Commuter Rail passenger facilities functions for Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Ways, Structures, and Amenities Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Directs and oversees the programs and activities of personnel engaged in LRT and streetcar wayside maintenance/signals, traction electrification, track/right-of-way, multi-modal passenger amenities, and multi-modal communication and control system functions.
  2. Establishes goals, policies and procedures for safely, efficiently and effectively accomplishing the division work programs. Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, terminates subordinate personnel in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines to include Equal Employment and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) program goals and activities.
  3. Acts as a liaison between and a resource to division and other DART divisions, as well as external contacts.
  4. Oversees the coordination with the Rail Transportation Division to schedule track outages for scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs and planned capital projects.
  5. Develops, submits for approval, and manages and oversees implementation of division and program budgets.
  6. Prepares a variety of documents and reports for Executive Management and Governing Board review.
  7. Ensures that wayside elements and passenger facilities are maintained to quality standards meeting all applicable safety regulations.
  8. Promotes established training, safety and quality assurance programs. Refines programs as necessary to include new technologies incorporated into existing infrastructure or as part of system expansion.
  9. Provides oversight, guidance and support necessary to effectively integrate LRT expansion programs into existing systems.
  10. Interfaces with engineering and contractors to resolve maintenance problems.
  11. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

  1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Electronics, Construction, Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
  2. Twelve (12) years experience in rail transportation infrastructure or facilities maintenance to include a minimum of six (6) years directing and managing a staff involved in maintenance activities or technical support programs.
  3. Must have a valid Drivers License Class C, and be able to obtain a Texas Class C; no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, and not more than three (3) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
  4. Demonstrates fiduciary obligation and probity to division, department, and DART when handling materials and information of a confidential and sensitive nature.
  5. Excellent writing, presentation, communication and organizational skills to effectively communicate with supervisory and non-supervisory employees, government entities, consultants, vendors, contractors, and a culturally diverse community in one-on-one, small groups and large groups.
  6. Strong team building skills with the ability to compel others to achieve the strategic vision and goals developed by the division, department and agency.
  7. A strong applicable business acumen, providing analytical and creative skills to find solutions to highly complex interpersonal, professional, technical, and administrative problems resulting in timely and accurate decisions both as an individual and at a team level.
  8. Ability to be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers/stakeholders. Solicits first-hand customer/stakeholder information and uses it for improvements in facilities, equipment and services. Acts with customers/stakeholders in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers/stakeholders, gaining their trust and respect.
  9. Ability to engage and facilitate resolution of conflicts, recognizing them as opportunities. Accurately assesses situations quickly and employs sound effective listening skills. Can collaboratively resolve complex agreements and settle disputes equitably. Seeks common ground in disputes and facilitates resolution with minimum consequences.
  10. Ability to blend people into teams when needed. Creates strong morale and esprit de corp among his/her team. Shares wins and successes. Fosters open dialogue. Allows people to finish and be responsible for their work. Defines success in terms of the whole team. Creates a feeling of belonging within the team.
  11. Ability to accurately define schedule and difficulty of tasks and projects for themselves and the team. Sets clear objectives and goals. Breaks down work into the process steps. Anticipates and adjusts for problems and obstacles. Measures performance against goals and evaluates results.
  12. Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Can see hidden problems. Is excellent at sound analysis. Looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at simple solutions.
  13. Strong PC word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills, as well as, the ability to operate typical office equipment such as telephone, copier, calculator, facsimile, etc.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to VP Rail Operations *

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M/F/D/V

Last Updated: 1/25/2018 doc_id=1097608012309
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