Director of Ferry Operations

Salary 

$138,195.20 - $166,982.40 Annually

Location 

Larkspur, CA

Job Type

Regular, Full-Time

Division

Ferry Division

Job Number

PS101685

Closing

10/17/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Opening(s)

One (1) vacancy

Selection Process

The District will invite ONLY those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position requirements to continue in the selection process. This position is classified as U.S. Department of Transportation - Federal Transit Administration "Safety Sensitive." Under DOT FTA regulations, employees in "Safety Sensitive" positions are subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random and return-to-duty drug and/or alcohol testing. The selection process for this position may include: Assessment of education, training and experience; Panel Interview; Department interview for final candidates; Drug Testing (post offer of employment); and Background, Employment and Security Investigation, post offer of conditional employment

• DESCRIPTION
• BENEFITS

Position Summary

 

This position is being reposted. Applicants who have already applied need not to reapply. All applications will be considered for this position. 

First Review Date of Applications:  October 3, 2022 (Monday)

 

Under the general direction of the Deputy General Manager, Ferry Division, this management level position is responsible for overall management, administration, and implementation of the District's Ferry transportation operations and customer service programs involving vessel, terminal, and parking operations.   This position is also responsible for development and oversight of training and safety programs necessary to ensure compliance with various regulatory requirements.  Position also has lead role in labor relations and scheduling functions.

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

• Demonstrates leadership on a daily basis to help guide the Ferry Operations Department in achieving its vision and goals.
• Manages and directs, through subordinate supervisory personnel, ferry transit operations to ensure that ferry service is provided as scheduled in a safe, cost-efficient manner.
• Identifies and assigns appropriate resources within the District to support ferry transit operations.
• Formulates, publishes and administers operating policies and procedures.
• Communicates with the United States Coast Guard, including reporting of marine incidents i.e. 2692's.
• Interacts with the Districts Jones Act attorneys to follow-up on employee and customer incidents and oversees maintenance of all associated records and documents.  
• Maintains strict adherence of the division's safety management program for vessel and terminal operations.
• Participates as a key member of the safety committee.
• Prepares documents for and participates in the development of the Weekly Operations Plan (WOP).
• Ensures that vessel personnel are regularly accomplishing routine maintenance and cleaning of the vessels while in-service as conditions permit.
• Acts as the Division's liaison with union officials and participates in labor negotiations as a member of the District's team.
• Implements and/or reviews disciplinary actions and grievances, and may act as the District's representative in arbitration cases.
• Participates in the development of the annual department budget, including forecasting future workforce and budget needs. This includes annual review of current operating schedule and staffing requirements.
• Communicates with Deputy General Manager, Ferry Division and Director of Engineering and Maintenance with respect to capital program and annual repair and maintenance plans.
• Ensures that employees under his or her supervision follow established safe work practices and obey all safety rules.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service. 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned. 
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education and/or Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation, Business or Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of five (5) years recent supervisory and administrative work experience within the public/ private ferry transit industry, including position-related experience in terminal operations, parking operations, scheduling and labor relations or equivalent experience.

 

Required License:  

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. No more than two (2) moving violations within the last 3 years. No DUIs or reckless driving infractions within the last 7 years.  Operates District vehicles on a regular basis. 
• Possess current United States Coast Guard Master's License with near coastal endorsement.   This requirement may be waived providing an applicant demonstrates unique organizational or industry knowledge and experience that may be considered sufficient in lieu of a USCG Master's License.  This will be determined by the by the Deputy General Manager, Ferry Division.

              

Physical Requirement:  

24-hour on-call position which requires ability to work beyond standard office hours to attend evening and weekend meetings, meet with employees working swing and graveyard shifts and respond to emergencies.  Mobility to work in a typical office setting. Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone. Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen. Ability to travel to District facilities. Routine use of computer, telephone and other office equipment.

The following document(s) must be submitted at time of application:
1. GGBHTD Online Employment Application;
2. Resume (Scan and attach as PDF copy to your online application);
3. Evidence of bachelor's degree or a written statement detailing experience in lieu of degree (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application); and
4. A copy of DMV K-4 print-out (Scan and attach as PDF copy to your online application)

For external applicants: The applicant's submitted DMV K4 Printout should be dated within 30 days from the date of the job posting. A complete DMV K4 report has the word *END* in capital letters at  the end of the report. 

For internal applicants (District Employees) who are part of the Pull Notice Program, the Human     Resources Department will request the applicant's DMV report upon receipt of the applicant's       online application.  

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Knowledge of:  

• Modern principles of management, leadership, administration, supervision and training, budget preparation, and business ethics.
• Applicable state and federal regulations regarding ferry vessel operations and the public transportation of passengers.
• District Policies and Labor Agreements (MOUs).
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position. 

  

Skills or Ability to:  

• Identify problems and initiate creative problem solving techniques.
• Manage complex projects from inception through implementation.
• Actively participates in public outreach with ferry customers including regularly scheduled monthly meetings.
• Make effective decisions under pressure, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments in a timely manner.
• Effectively assign, coordinate, and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinate personnel, and representatives of other organizations.
• Prioritize and organize work schedules to meet the District's goals and objectives.
• Read and interpret MOUs and work effectively with union representatives.
• Interpret and enforce District policies and labor agreements. 
• Use computerized record systems, personal computers, and to learn software programs applicable to the department.

 

Agency

Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District

Address

Administration Building, 1101 Andersen Drive

San Rafael, California, 94901

Phone

415.257.4525
415.257.4535

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/goldengate

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

Airport Operations Superintendent I: annual salary range is $102,800.88 - $125,252.40 Airport Operations Superintendent II: annual salary range is $118,896.96 - $144,864.72

The City of San José - Mineta San José International Airport is currently recruiting for an Airport Operations Superintendent I/II.  Newly hired Superintendents can expect to be assigned to one of four sections of Airport Operations.  Current vacancies are in the Terminal Management and Landside sections.

Airport Operations Superintendent I/II may be assigned to or rotate between the Sections within the Airport Operations Division including Airside, Landside, Terminal / Customer Service, or Security Sections. Programs within these Sections over which the Airport Operations Superintendent I/II may have managerial responsibilities include airfield operations, Manager-On-Duty, noise monitoring, emergency planning, general aviation, public parking, airport shuttle and ground transportation, parking and curbside traffic control, terminal management, customer experience and services, security compliance, airport identification badging, and Airport Operations Center (AOC) functions.

This position may require the supervision of a large number of staff and requires an individual who can provide a high level of leadership and supervision.  Additionally, the position may interact regularly with Airport customers, contractors, tenants, government agencies, and other City departments.  Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, program/project management capabilities, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

The Airport Operations Superintendent I/II positions typically work Monday through Friday day shifts, but may periodically work different shifts, covering twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week, including weekends and holidays, to ensure subordinate staff receive appropriate supervision.  The Airport Operations Superintendent I/II position also provides twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week, including weekends and holidays, stand-by support to vended services and the Manager-on-Duty position.

This position requires the ability to interpret complex regulations and a strong knowledge of various computer programs and software such as Microsoft Office as well as variety of proprietary computer systems, databases, and software.  A strong technical background or a demonstrated ability to learn new technology is preferred.  Previous, demonstrated work experience in Airport Operations at a Certificated Commercial Service Airport is highly desired.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

1) Indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications.  Select all that apply.

- I have at least a Bachelor's Degree in aviation or closely related field.

- I have at least four years of experience in the aviation field.

- I have at least two years of experience at the level of Airport Operations Supervisor I or higher.

- I have additional experience in aviation beyond the required four years minimum that may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree requirement on a year-for-year basis

- I do not meet the minimum qualifications.

2) Please describe your years of experience in the aviation field, including years at the level of Airport Operations Supervisor I or higher.  Provide details of experience in Airport Operations sections, including Airside, Landside, Security or Terminal Management/Customer Service. 

3) Describe a program or system you managed, your responsibilities and the number of staff directed. Include a description of meetings, staff reports, Board or Council actions taken that you were involved in to support your program.

4) Describe your experience working with external stakeholders, such as Federal or State agencies, airlines or ground transportation providers, focusing on your relationship-building and conflict resolution measures. 

5) Provide your job duties in your most recent Airport position. Include what you feel was the most challenging part of the job and how you successfully faced those challenges.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Kit Kwan at kkwan@sjc.org.

Transportation Engineer

Work for the City of Sunnyvale: The Heart of the Silicon Valley
 
Visitors and residents enjoy Sunnyvale's beautiful, clean suburban setting, efficient, high-quality city services, low crime rate, quality schools and 18 prize-winning parks.
 
We are looking for a Transportation Engineer to help us keep our City of Sunnyvale transportation network safe and efficient while planning for future growth. Under general direction, this position performs professional transportation engineering work in the transportation planning and traffic operations groups, therefore the knowledge of applicable industry manuals such as the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD) and Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual and other state and federal design guidelines is a must. Traffic Engineers may perform work in the areas of striping and signing plan designs; street light designs; the City's Safe Routes to School Program; coordinate traffic engineering issues with the City's Public Safety Department and Field Services Division; manage and conduct traffic impact studies, transportation operational studies, and warrant studies; the City's traffic calming program; the City's transportation demand management program; level of service analysis for intersections and arterials using computer models like Synchro, Traffix and Vistro; review traffic control and development plans including traffic impact analysis of land development project plans; apply for grant funds; respond to citizen concerns; and performs other duties as assigned. 

This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering and two years of experience performing relevant, professional level work in traffic, transportation, or civil engineering.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens September 20, 2022, and final filing date is October 4, 2022, at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $51.24 - $65.89 Hourly

The City of Pacifica is accepting applications for the position of

Bus/Van Driver (Part-Time, On Call)

The Senior Services division of the City’s Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department currently has a part-time openings for a bus/van driver. This vital position reports to the Supervisor of Senior Services and, while other local trips may be required, is responsible for transporting seniors to and from the Community Center. This position is also responsible for gathering client data as it relates to Aging and Adult Services and assisting the Recreation Coordinator — Senior Services with client needs. This part-time, non-benefitted position works on call, with a flexible Monday through Friday work schedule. 

Essential Function Requirements

•  Ability to establish rapport with older adults; ability to physically assist with the loading/and unloading of clients in need from vehicle.
• Must pass medical physical as required for holding a commercial driver’s license.
• Subject to random drug/alcohol testing as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Must comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person and on the telephone.
• Basic computer skills required (Word, Excel).
• Must comply with AAS client confidentiality rules.
• Establish positive and confidential working relationships with staff and public.
• Must be able to prioritize daily situations based upon emergency needs and requests.

Examples of Duties

 Drive seniors to and from their home to the Community Center; maintain composure during crisis situations; manage the scheduling of client appointments for services provided at the Community Center; partner with staff to perform specific tasks required of Recreation Specialist-Senior Services (in staff’s absence); telephone or home visit to Meals on Wheels (MOW) clients.

Employment Standards

• Minimum of high school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience in working with seniors or an organization which addresses the needs and interests of the older adult population is desired.  

Licenses and Certificates 

• California Class C Drivers License.
• Must have current or be able to attain the American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate, CPR, and AED certificate within three months of employment.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Multi-passenger bus (18-21 seat)
• Wheel chair ramp
• Multi-passenger van
• Computer, including word processing software
• Calculator, copy and fax machine
• Phone

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms and to lift and carry, push and pull. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to drive a van and a bus is a must.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Individual must be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with situations that are confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individuals may:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Need to effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Individual will be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with confidential situations confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individual will be able to:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line employment application. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained on-line at www.calopps.org  . Faxes will not be accepted.

Selection Process

The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to undergo an oral panel interview, dates and times to be announced. The selected candidate must successfully pass the final phase of the hiring process that includes a reference check, fingerprinting, an acceptable driving record, a medical examination and a pre-employment drug test. In compliance with Federal requirement, the selected candidate must provide documentation validating the right to work in the United States. ADA accommodations will be provided to requesting applicants upon at least 48 hours advance notice. 

Please note, after Conditional Offer, candidate will be required to pass a City of Pacifica pre-employment background check, which will include live scan clearance, reference checks and DOT commercial drivers medical exam.  

Human Resources has the right to revise this process as needed based on business needs.  

The City of Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of entry level transportation planning, development, and operations projects and programming work of routine difficulty.  Performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Transportation Services Manager. This position does not exercise supervision over others.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, performs data collection, analysis, research activities and reporting related to the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP).  Develops and assists with implementation of NTMP projects, which includes the deployment of a radar speed trailer at various locations throughout the Town.
• Serve as primary staff contact for citizen inquiries, suggestions, and concerns related to traffic calming and traffic safety.    Maintains a positive customer service demeanor and delivers service in a respectful and patient manner.

• Serve as lead staff on managing the downtown parking and residential/school parking programs. 
• Represent the Town on a variety of regional and subregional transportation committees and collaborative efforts.
• Coordinate intra- and inter-departmental responses to transportation and traffic projects.  Work closely with engineering, maintenance, planning, and police staff on a wide range of municipal transportation and traffic issues.

• Assists in the review of and provides input on proposed development and Capital Improvement plans with regard to transportation facilities.
• Assists in the planning and coordination of special projects, presentations, and activities for public outreach events; makes public presentations to community groups, stakeholder groups, educational institutions, and other organizations.

• Under direction, apply highway design standards, criteria and policies; utilize accident and traffic volume records and traffic control device inventory to produce a complete and creative solution to traffic problems; perform traffic studies and analysis including review of accident reports and preparation of collision diagrams.

• Assists in the administration of program and project budgets.  Research alternative funding opportunities; identifies and applies for grant opportunities to support program area and community infrastructure and safety projects.
• Provides staff support to Town Council, Commission(s) and other advisory board(s). Represents the Town by attending and participating in related meetings with local, state, and federal agencies and professional groups.
• Drafts, develops, prepares, and reviews technical reports, policy updates, planning documents, procedures, ordinances, and other written materials and communications related to program area for a variety of internal and external audiences such as staff, stakeholder groups, Town Council, and the public.  Develops and maintains content on Town webpages.
• Conforms with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
• Performs as a member of a team, assisting with development of division goals and objectives and contributes to the achievement of goals and objectives.  Maintains effective work relationships.
• Complies with all Administrative Policies.  Performs work in accordance with Town Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to position.

• Perform duties within OSHA standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic analytical and research techniques and methodology.
• General transportation planning and operations principles and techniques. 
• Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and best practices with regard to transportation planning and programs

Ability to:

• Collect, analyze and interpret data pertaining to traffic and transportation planning.  
• Develop clear and concise written and oral reports, recommendations, or other information summarizing technical issues to a general audience.
• Use a computer to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Make effective public presentations to varied audiences including elected officials and various community groups.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two (2) years of municipal experience in transportation planning or related field.

Education:

Bachelors degree in transportation planning, city, and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, environmental studies, or related field. 

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver’s License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire.

Join our team!

We are seeking an independently motivated Transit Dispatcher with excellent customer service and multi-tasking skills to join our Public Works department. This position performs public transportation and paratransit (Americans with Disabilities Act/Dial-A-Ride) scheduling, routing and dispatching duties; operates a variety of communication equipment, including two-way radio, telephone, computer mobile dispatch terminal and scheduling systems; creates, maintains and monitors computerized driver manifests/schedules; and responds to requests for service and provides a variety of information to passengers and the general public.

Pay range for this position is $19.13 - $24.43 hourly.

Our Minimum Qualifications for consideration are:

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in communications or a related field.

Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible communications, dispatch, or clerical experience.

A full Job Description is available for review utilizing the link below:

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The City of Redwood City is looking for individuals interested in working on an on-call basis providing transportation for seniors attending functions at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center plus working with staff on any programmatic needs assistance.  Hours will vary based on Center needs and will not exceed 10-20 hours per week.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

We strongly encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and selections can be made at any time during the recruitment process.