Public Transportation Services Supervisor

Plan, coordinate, direct, and supervise all operations and programs related to the City and Benton County public transit systems, the Corvallis Municipal Airport, and the active transportation and parking programs, ensuring safe, continuous and cost effective operation consistent with local, State and federal regulations. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties. Full-Time, non-represented Management Exempt position 12-month probationary period Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description . Plans, directs, and coordinates the resources necessary for continuous and safe operation of diverse City's public transportation programs, maintenance, and repair of transportation infrastructure for areas of responsibility including but not limited to the airport, active transportation, transportation demand management, City and County transit systems, and public parking. Effectively supervises assigned staff. Performs personnel duties such as selection, coaching/mentoring, training, employee/labor relations, evaluating performance, succession planning, discipline and termination. Creates and maintains an effective work environment by communicating goals and expectations for staff performance, counseling employees as appropriate, and supporting employee engagement efforts. Develops, implements and monitors operational, maintenance, and programmatic work plans, processes and procedures to achieve work group objectives and performance measures.Develops goals, objectives, policies, and programs to minimize service down time or service interruptions for areas of responsibility. Evaluates effectiveness of services and programs, and recommends improvements and modifications. Researches regulatory developments and formulates strategies to meet operational, maintenance, and programmatic requirements. Provides quality assurance management. Forecasts and plans for short- and long-range operations and maintenance needs. Participates in planning and design review related to program areas to include evaluation, research, and recommendations for improvements. Plans, coordinates, manages and/or participates in technical projects and studies related to areas of responsibility. Develops and implements requests for proposals, contract documents, plans, specifications, special projects, and bid documents.Conducts cost analysis on purchasing and contracting alternatives. Prepares purchase orders. Negotiates service contracts, administers contract requirements, and manages budgets associated with contract work. Communicates and collaborates with contractors, stakeholders, and other organization staff working on projects.Resolves performance issues with contractors. Writes, or directs the writing of grants; administers grants for capital, operational, and programmatic projects within program areas. Manages multiple complex project funding sources and budgets and ensures compliance with reporting requirements of grant funders. Ensures accuracy of reports to regulatory agencies, such as the National Transit Database reporting; directs staff in grant monitoring, reporting, and audit management. Responsible for development of programmatic policies and procedures such as Title VI plans, Transit Asset Management Plans, and Transit Safety Plans. Develops, manages, and monitors the budget for assigned budget area. Establishes and monitors appropriate department financial measures. Interprets and uses financial data to make informed business decisions. Monitors and coordinates purchasing of materials, equipment and supplies to comply with purchasing policy guidelines and to remain within established budgetary constraints. Provides expert consultation, assistance, technical advice, and support to the Division Manager, Department Director, and City Manager.Participates in division planning and coordination. Writes letters, memoranda, technical documents and reports related to the operation, strategic planning and management of areas of responsibility.Develops or directs the development of technical information resources, project data and historical reference files. Functions as a team member in the management and operation of assigned program areas. Provides technical and operational input for improvements to program areas; provides technical guidance to ensure highly productive and effective work teams and programs. Demonstrates understanding and good judgment in the evaluation of complex technical and/or financial information and alternatives related to program and policy development. Coordinates activities with other supervisors, managers and work groups. Effectively promotes and supervises a safe work environment. Complies with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner. Ensures staff maintains a safe working environment in compliance with federal, State, and City health and safety guidelines and regulations. Manages and evaluates safety and security policies and procedures.Investigates accidents and claims and implements modifications as required. Conducts staff safety meetings and ensures safety inspections are conducted as required. Maintains knowledge base to communicate, administer and ensure program area compliance with all State and federal programs and regulations including those of the Federal Transit Association, Federal Aviation Administration, as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all other applicable rules and laws. Monitors industry best practices and State and federal legislative proposals that may affect program areas. Communicates with the public, local officials, advisory commissions, transportation planning organizations, other municipalities, the Oregon Department of Transportation, the media, regulatory agencies and other City departments on matters related to assigned areas of responsibility. Develops and provides public information and educational services. Participates in and represents the City at technical conferences, professional organizations and public meetings. Serves on technical/project advisory committees for local and statewide projects in matters related to program areas. Serves as a liaison to consultants, engineers, property owners and regulatory agencies in matters related to assigned areas of responsibility. Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints. Maintains training and expertise in National Incident Management System (NIMS). Participates in emergency management operations (EOC). Mobilizes staff and resources to