Metropolitan Council Hiring for Deputy Chief Operations Officer – Maintenance Division at Minneapolis, MN  Full Time

This position is open until filled – initial review to begin July 5, 2023.

Full Salary Range: $130,437 – $211,744 annually. Starting salary depends on qualifications.

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country’s largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as a resource for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

You will provide executive-level leadership to Metro Transit’s Maintenance divisions within Operations including Bus, Light Rail Vehicles, Rail Systems and Commuter Rail. You will report to the Deputy General Manager – Chief Operating Officer and maintain a close partnership with the Deputy Chief Operating Officer – Transportation to lead staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Engineering or a related field; AND at least ten (10) years of progressively responsible maintenance management experience in a large organization providing services to the public with four (4) of those years in the transit/transportation industry.

OR

• Associates Degree; AND at least twelve (12) years of progressively responsible maintenance management experience in a large organization providing services to the public with four (4) of those years in the transit/transportation industry.

OR

• High School diploma and at least fourteen (14) years of progressively responsible maintenance management experience in a large organization providing services to the public with four (4) of those years in the transit/transportation industry.

AND

• At least five (5) years of senior management experience leading multiple units, teams or departments.
• Has demonstrated the ability to effectively oversee a large scope of bus and/or rail program management and administrative functions.
• Has demonstrated human relations experience in dealing with organized labor and non-represented employees.
• Has proven success at interpersonal communications and relations, including the ability to work effectively with elected officials and members of the media.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of vehicle and/or equipment maintenance best practices.
• Experience overseeing bus and rail vehicle maintenance activities including inspection, diagnostics, maintenance and repair of bus, rail, rail systems and non-revenue vehicles; training; quality assurance; and quality control.
• Knowledge of working knowledge of labor agreements and contract negotiations. Knowledge of development of strategic recommendations and priorities.
• Knowledge of transit-specific industry & workplace customs, norms, working conditions. Skilled in both written and verbal communications.
• Skilled in coaching and mentoring others.
• Skilled in problem solving, especially the ability to develop creative solutions. Skilled in analytical skills, especially with technical issues in the maintenance areas. Skilled in Emergency Management/Continuity of Operations disciplines.
• Ability to lead others in the organization. Ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to communicate clearly to audiences of all sizes including media. Ability to build consensus and negotiate to the desired outcome.

Union/Grade: Non-Represented – Unclassified / Pay Grade E-1

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office setting. Requires travel between primary work site to other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involves:
1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you’re applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email