The City of Ojai is seeking a dedicated and experienced Transit Operations Supervisor to support the City's Trolley program through staffing and logistical support. This staff member will also be offered training to become a regular driver in the scheduled rotation, as needed. This role is designated as a Permanent Part-Time position, meaning the selected applicant will typically work between 20 and 35 hours and will enjoy partial benefit offerings through the City.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, to supervise, plan, and coordinate the activities and operations of the City's Transit program; to coordinate assigned activities with City staff, outside agencies, and the general public; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the City Manager's Office.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities for the Ojai Trolley including service demand, transit routes, drivers, and equipment.

Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Ojai Trolley; identify resource needs; recommend and implement policies and procedures.

Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.

Supervise, coordinate, and review the work plan for the Ojai Trolley; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.

Identify opportunities for improving transit service delivery methods and procedures; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.

Participate in the development and administration of the Ojai Trolley budget; forecast additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and safety requirements.

Coordinate with City staff or private vendors for maintenance and cleaning of equipment.

Oversee the collection and documentation of fares and ridership information.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Market all aspects of the Ojai Trolley service; oversee administrative tasks; collaborate with or assist other City staff or vendors.

Represent the City at meetings regarding transportation issues with local, State and Federal agencies.

Serve as City liaison to volunteer, community, or business groups.

Coordinate transit services, operations, and activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

Manage reporting and monitoring of grants related to transit operations and transit capital.

Provide staff assistance to management staff; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Respond to and resolve difficult inquiries and complaints.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of transit.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge Of:

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a transit program.

Principles of budget preparation and control.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Traffic laws and regulations applicable to operation and maintenance functions.

Safety regulations and safe work practices related to transit operations.

Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.

Principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting.

Safe driving principles and practices.

Ability To:

Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.

Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Manage and coordinate work of professional, technical, and support personnel.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of transit goals.

Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to transit programs and functions.

Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.

Prepare clear and concise reports.

Prepare and administer budgets.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

Six years of responsible transit operations experience.

Training:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or a related field.

License Or Certificate:

Possession of a Class B driver's license with a passenger endorsement (preferred).

Possession of CPR and First Aid Certificates.

Special Requirements:

Essential duties require the ability to withstand the following physical and mental demands, and work environment:

Physical Demands:

Employee must have hearing and speaking sufficient to exchange information in person; vision in the normal range with or without correction; audio-visual discrimination and perception for making observations; bending, lifting, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, running, standing and climbing; and mental capacity to respond to emergency situations; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; able to withstand exposure to outdoors; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for flexible work hours and days.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. The employee works in indoor and outdoor sport facilities, with seasonal climate and weather conditions. The environment of recreational setting is frequently loud. The employee may work in wet, hot, cold weather conditions and may be exposed to heavy dust and pollen.

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Ojai Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

Benefits

Salary: Permanent Part-Time Transit Operations Supervisor - $35.60 - $43.27 p/h

Deferred Comp: ICMA; City matches $200/month

Retirement: City participates in California Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability: Participation in PERS health plans; City pays up to $400 per month for Permanent Part-Time positions; alternatively, if City medical coverage is waived employee may elect to receive taxable cash-out option of $150 per month.

Vacation: Persons employed by the City in a permanent part-time status shall accrue vacation leave on a pro rata basis.

Sick Leave: Persons employed by the City in a permanent part-time status shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis, according to the ratio of average weekly hours worked/36.

Life Insurance: City paid, $30,000 Life plus ADD

Post-Employment Benefits Program: Employees hired after Nov. 1, 2010, who work 10 years continuously and retire from the City, will be eligible to participate in the CalPERS health plans after retirement; City pays the "Employer Minimum Contribution" toward the retirees' premium.

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Ojai Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly

The City of Ojai is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer.

This recruitment will remain open until Monday, September 23, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST, but may close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. Facsimiles, electronic mail, and photocopies not be accepted.

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