City of Laguna Beach · 1 day ago
BLADEN AREA RURAL TRANSIT SYSTEM DIRECTOR
Elizabethtown, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
1+ years expThe City of Laguna Beach is seeking a BARTS Transportation Program Director to oversee the transportation services for the citizens of Bladen County. The role involves planning, managing, and supervising transportation operations while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and includes administrative duties such as budgeting and staff supervision.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plans, manages and supervises transportation services for the citizens, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of safety
Supervises subordinate transportation staff; supervisory duties include scheduling, instructing, planning and assigning work, reviewing work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, selecting new employees, allocating personnel, acting on employee problems, recommending and implementing employee discipline
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates performance and makes recommendations; offers training, advice and assistance as needed
Assists in preparing and monitors the transportation program budget; processes accounts receivable and payable; seeks and assists in administering grant funds for program support
Procures new passenger vehicles for the transportation fleet
Supervises the cleaning and maintenance of passenger vehicles
Establishes vehicle routes; updates routes as necessary to accommodate community needs
Accepts transportation reservations from clients
Operates passenger vehicles to pick up and transport citizens as necessary when short-staffed; assists passengers on and off vehicle; ensures passengers follow safety regulations while in transit
Supervises citizen trip coordination
Receives and responds to client / public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints regarding assigned programs and personnel
Gathers information for and prepares a variety of reports for decision-making purposes and as required by the County and/or other agencies
Operates a vehicle, passenger vehicle, wheelchair lift and a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, etc.; uses clerical and computer supplies
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other County department heads and employees, subordinates, clients, various other local/state/federal agencies, and the general public
Assists with other Division on Aging programs as requested
Performs general facility maintenance duties as necessary
Performs various administrative tasks as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, returning telephone calls, attending meetings, answering the telephone, etc
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in business, administration or related field supplemented by one to two years of general management or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of BARTS Transportation as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Transportation Director
Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of County and other governmental agencies
Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
Knowledge of the principles and practices of social service program development and delivery, particularly transportation services for citizens
Knowledge of proper English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar
Knowledge of modern office practices and technology, including the use of computers for word and data processing and records management
Knowledge of grant administration methods
Knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department
Ability to ensure division compliance with all laws and regulations and control the activities of the division through effective supervision
Ability to plan, coordinate and implement an effective and efficient transportation program and ensure the proper maintenance and safety of passenger vehicles
Ability to operate passenger vehicles safely
Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations
Ability to plan, organize and supervise a transportation staff
Ability to offer instruction and advice to subordinates regarding departmental policies, methods and regulations
Ability to perform employee evaluations and to make recommendations based on results
Ability to offer training and assistance to subordinates and employees of other departments as required
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in supervising various programs including the handling of emergency situations, determining procedures, setting priorities, setting schedules, maintaining standards, planning for future County needs and resolving problems
Ability to plan and develop daily, short- and long-term goals related to County purposes
Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency
Ability to compile, organize and utilize various financial information necessary in the preparation of assigned budgets, and knows how to prepare and monitor budgets
Ability to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job
Ability to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner
Ability to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other divisions, departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation
Benefits
We offer the NC State Health Plan. The provider is Aetna Medical Insurance. Employee has the option to elect to purchase 80/20 or 70/30 plan.
Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Sun Life, Mutual of Omaha and Aflac. These include Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans, Dental, and Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term disability and FSA (Flex Spending Account).
The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
We participate on the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account.
401(k) and 457 are supplemental retirement plans administered by Prudential.
Employees accrue annual leave monthly and may use accrued leave upon approval after the probationary period is completed.
Employees earn fourteen (14) hours per calendar year. May use in increments of 15 minutes. Leave is pro-rated based as of date of hire in the first calendar year of employment. Petty leave must be used within the calendar year.
The County offers longevity pay to employees with 5 years of continuous service.
Company
City of Laguna Beach
Welcome to Laguna Beach! Where Work Meets Paradise Imagine starting your workday with a scenic drive down PCH, taking lunch breaks on historic Main Beach, and unwinding with vibrant art festivals.
201-500 employees
Funding
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Gavin Curran
Assistant City Manager/Chief Financal Officer
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