What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Railroad Operations - Central East Region position at R.J. Corman Railroad Co Memphis Line?
R. J. Corman Railroad Company seeks candidates for the position of Director of Railroad Operations - Central East Region to ensure the safe, profitable operation and continuity of the short line railroad company and other assigned entities. Successful candidates will be responsible for the Central region of our network of operations with operations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, etc.
Responsibilities: The Director will provide effective general direction and oversight of transportation operations and uphold the following responsibilities:
- Build a Safety Culture focused on rules compliance with corporate policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Communicate site level and executive needs to appropriate parties
- Develop and retain qualified personnel by supporting hiring and training processes
- Establish and maintain accurate financial budgeting, cost control and reporting.
- Provide internal stakeholders – from various departments – with support, feedback, and guidance, as needed.
- Lead all levels of RJ Corman employees in safety compliance, continuous improvement, and operations.
- Foster long-term relationships with the customers by providing excellent service without interruptions, facilitating and participating in customer meetings, reviewing KPIs, and eliminating safety concerns.
- Support RJC priority to be the best and look good by ensuring organization and cleanliness of equipment.
- Ensure all coworkers, leaders, customers are treated with professionalism and tact.
- Other duties as assigned.
Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent experience.
- Current FRA Conductor and Engineer certification preferred.
- Demonstrated financial management acumen from course work and/or business experience is essential.
- 5 years in railroad transportation operations with specific experience in the management of service delivery.
- Minimum of three years’ experience managing subordinate departments and management and professional personnel. Travel required, and relocation assistance is available.
Benefits: R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following:
- Railroad Retirement benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
- Company paid life insurance
- Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection - Flexible spending account benefits
- Paid maternity leave
- 8 paid holidays
- Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Work boot allowance
- Employee referral program
- Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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