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Join the First Transit team as a General Manager and initiate, develop, and maintain a successful contract relationship. First Transit General Managers are committed to safety, customer service and have hands experience in all areas of the transportation business.

Job Scope:
Overall leadership and management of the transit system including but not limited to: route planning, fiscal planning and adherence, maintenance planning and management, labor relations, grants and project management, and personnel management.

Minimum Education & Certifications Required:

• Minimum 5 years in transit management with increasing responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in business, transportation or related fields strongly preferred

Experience & Skills Required:

• Budget planning, route planning, labor relations, inventory control, experience in procurement and bidding processes, payroll management, scheduling system management, safety, training and risk management.

• Experience managing in a union environment is a must.

• Ability to blend business sense with common sense in the decision-making process

• Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Must have evidence of building solid relationships with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.

• Excellent communication skills.