In order to protect our employees and continue to provide safe and reliable service to our communities, as of November 14, 2021 we are requiring all new MTA hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their start date. MTA will consider exceptions for religious and medical reasons, where appropriate. “Fully vaccinated” means you must have both doses of a 2-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the second dose, or have received 1 dose of a 1-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the dose. Proof of your vaccination status in the form of a CDC vaccine card must be submitted prior to your start date.

• Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Plan and direct all warehousing and logistics activities in assigned facilities (to include multiple locations) to control receipt, maintenance, and distribution inventory and 24/7, 365-day-year operation of facilities in support of operating departments in compliance with standard operating procedures. Monitor operations and inventory to identify trends and to improve efficiencies of operation.
• Manage equipment errors and issues utilized at the various locations, including the Warehouse Management System Swisslog ASRS (automated storage and retrieval system), vertical lift machines, bar code scanners and printers, and other various pieces used in Metro-North’s warehouses.
• Manage compliance with safety programs, certification requirements, and standard operating procedures. Participate in incident investigations, prepare incident reporting, and follow up.
• Ensure compliance with equipment/vehicle maintenance and repair plans to maximize the life of the Department’s material handling/storage and fleet equipment investment and ensure safety of operators. Manage facility maintenance and repair plans to ensure safe work environment and adequate maintenance and repair. Coordinate required force account work for facility maintenance and repair.
• Ensure consistency in application of the TCU Agreement and assist in documenting grievances, claims, and discipline. Manage staffing plans, workforce availability, and budget control ensuring best management practices in compliance with agreement are followed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of Material Management and Warehousing methods and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of PeopleSoft or comparable inventory control system.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor’s Office for New York State, New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Public Policy or a related field or an equivalent combination of education from an accredited college and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum 5 years related experience

• Minimum three years’ (3) experience managing a diverse and represented workforce

PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in a related field.

• Prior experience working in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body.

• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.

Qualified applicants can submit an online application