Public Transit General Manager (GM/CEO/Executive Director)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : General Manager

Department : Administration

Reports to : Board of Trustees

FLSA Status : Salary Exempt

Employment Status : Full Time | Non-Union

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, Voluntary Supplemental, PTO

Job Open : 1 / 23 / 2025

Job Closes : 1 / 30 / 2025

Summary :

Under limited direction, the General Manager provides strategic leadership and direction for all transit services and resources. This role serves as the chief advisor of the Transit District, establishing and implementing goals, plans, and policies to ensure efficient and cost-effective transit operations. The General Manager is the top executive responsible for interpreting and executing the Board's directives, acting as a liaison between the District and all employees.

Essential Duties :

• Direct and oversee department heads, including conducting performance evaluations, ensuring adherence to policies, and making staffing decisions.
• Align operations with District directives and goals to achieve organizational objectives.
• Manage the efficient operation of the transit system, ensuring safety and effectiveness in service delivery.
• Evaluate department performance against objectives; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Responsible for identifying and developing business growth opportunities.
• Develop, delegate, and oversee the implementation of plans, programs, and policies to support District goals.
• In partnership with the District's Director of Human Resources, lead personnel initiatives, including labor negotiations, wage administration, and workforce development.
• In partnership with the Director of Finance, oversee the District's financial operations, including budget preparation, monitoring, and cost control.
• Act as the District's representative to diverse stakeholders, including customers, employees, government entities, the Board of Trustees, funding partners, and others, while actively engaging with the community to ensure our services adapt to and meet their evolving needs.
• All other reasonable duties as required.

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The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. At CityLink, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for both our employees and the communities we serve. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply

As part of our normal procedure for processing applications, inquiries may be made concerning information on an applicant's work, driving, criminal, and educational history. A pre-employed drug screen, background check, and professional / personal reference checks are required for all applicants. A physical examination, including range of motion, lift test, whisper test, eye test, MVR review, and credit check may be required depending on position. These tests must be successfully completed prior to starting employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and / or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested. The Employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.