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Chief Track Officer
Job ID: 8939
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Maintenance Of Way
Date Posted: Oct 4, 2024
Description
Title: MOW - Chief Track Officer
First Date of Posting: 9/25/2024
Last Date of Filing: 10/4/2024
Authority: TA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: MOW Track
Reports to: Vice President & Chief Maintenance Officer, Maintenance of Way
Work Location: 130 Livingston Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Hours of Work: 7a – 3p
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: Min. $159,915- Max. $226,976/ EXEC 1578
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Chief of Track position entails multifaceted executive responsibilities, encompassing strategic vision, operational oversight, and financial stewardship for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of NYCT’s extensive network of 821 miles of mainline and yard tracks, as well as 2,667 track switches. As the custodian of NYCT’s extensive track network, the Chief plays a pivotal role in ensuring the system’s integrity and efficiency. As a steward of safety, they develop and maintain policies and procedures to safeguard personnel and equipment, meticulously plan and allocate budgets, managing both capital and operating expenditures. The Chief oversees Track’s EAM program to optimize divisional assets by planning maintenance activities, scheduling inspections, and allocating resources efficiently. They are accountable for identifying areas in need of maintenance based on structural requirements. This position demands 24/7/365 responsiveness when emergency situations arise, ensuring appropriate actions are taken by Track personnel.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Baccalaureate preferred in Transportation Management, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
15 years of total experience; 10 years of managerial/supervisory experience
DESIRED SKILLS (includes but not limited to):
- Extensive knowledge of NYCT & Subways rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of track maintenance and repair operations.
- Knowledge of the NYCT subway system.
- Strong project management skills.
- High level decision making, negotiation, conflict resolution, teambuilding and presentation skills.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview
OTHER INFORMATION
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all
employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial
Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the
“Commission”)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers,
including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and
abilities, including military service members, to apply