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Where customer service skills, service to your community, and a fulfilling job intersect – Eau Claire Transit! We are currently hiring for a full-time Bus Operator! This position includes driving city-wide bus routes while maintaining the schedule and obeying traffic laws, providing information to customers regarding the Transit System, tracking passenger count data, and more!
Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Wage Range: $21.90 - $27.31 per hour, plus excellent fringe benefits (including health insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and more). Application deadline: Open until filled, with the first review of applications on November 6, 2023. Application and complete job description available at www.eauclairewi.gov/jobs.
Interviews expected to take place November 11, 2023. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Recruitment Snapshot:
https://www.eauclairewi.gov/home/showdocument?id=43740&t=638340053371214424
Organization: City of Wausau Metro Ride Department
Position: Transit Director
Link to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wausauwi/
Deadline: November 18, 2023
POSITION INFORMATION
The Transit Director leads and manages the City’s Metro Ride fixed-route bus system available to the general public, and paratransit service. The Director oversees a budget of over $3.7 million and an authorized staff of 32.50.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, as outlined below:
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Salary
$95,225.26 - $114,653.50 Annually
Location
Madison, WI
Job Type
PERMANENT FULL TIME
Job Number
2023-00438
Department
Metro Transit
Opening Date
10/02/2023
Closing Date
10/16/2023 11:59 PM Central
Comp. Group/Range
44/15
The Opportunity
The City of Madison Metro Transit is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to manage the financial and fiscal operations of Metro Transit. The position is responsible for preparing the capital and operating budgets; developing fiscal controls and systems; overseeing payroll and purchasing; including supervising use of the City's finance-specific software; coordinating the integration of grant funding into financial systems; and preparing related analysis and recommendations. As a member of the Senior Management Team at Metro, members are expected to:
Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an affirmative action plan. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
Develop and administer Metro Transit's accounting operations, including systems and procedures, financial reporting and budgeting, and capital asset accounting:
Research and develop information for the preparation of capital and operating budgets:
Supervise and assign work to professional, administrative and technical staff:
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Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting and financial related activities which includes two (2) years in a financial project management capacity with leadership and supervision duties.
If an applicant does not possess the experience listed above, HR will review the application materials to determine if the applicant possesses the following equivalent experience:
Six (6) years experience in applying the following:
Special Requirements
The employee will occasionally be expected to attend meetings and provide presentations outside the normal work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
The City of Madison offers excellent pay and benefits for employees. City Ordinances, handbooks, and labor contracts provide specifics; the description here is not to be considered a binding statement but offers an informal summary.
Compensation
The City of Madison strives to pay competitive wages. View the current salary schedules for pay for all classifications. Employees receive increases based on tenure with the City.
The City offers a competitive benefits package, including a generous leave package, a variety of insurance options, and non-traditional benefits such as optional pet insurance, a bus pass for all employees, and the possibility of flexible work schedules. A brief summary of benefits is listed below. Please visit our website for more information. Leave
Vacation is earned upon starting employment and can be used after completion of probation. The general vacation schedule is below.
After 1 year 5 work days of vacation After 2 years 10 days After 7 years 15 days After 12 years 20 days After 19 years 25 days After 27 years 27 days
Employees earn 5 personal days in addition to vacation.
Employees receive eight official paid holidays (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day), as well as 1 paid leave day (the Friday after Thanksgiving). Employees also earn 13 sick days annually that may accrue to a total of 150 days. Retirement
The City of Madison participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System through the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds.
Insurance
The City of Madison offers a variety of optional insurance programs including:
Other Benefits
The City offers numerous other benefits and programs for employees, including:
•457(b) deferred compensation plans •Employee Assistance Program •Bus Pass on Madison Metro •Flexible Work Schedules •Employer-paid Training
Looking for part time hours with benefits (including health insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and more)? Look no further, the City of Eau Claire Transit Division is currently hiring for part-time Bus Operators! Don’t have your CDL - no problem! We will train you! This position includes driving city-wide bus routes while maintaining the schedule and obeying traffic laws, providing information to customers regarding the Transit System, tracking passenger count data, and more!
• A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, etc.)
Schedule: We offer the ability to pick your own schedule (out of the available shifts)! Transit’s hours of operations are Monday – Friday from 5:30 a.m. – 11:56 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 11:56 p.m. There is also the opportunity to go full-time in the future as openings occur!
Wage range: $18.65 to $23.25 per hour, plus excellent fringe benefits. Application deadline: Open until filled, with first review of applications October 16, 2023. Application and complete job description available at www.eauclairewi.gov/jobs.
Interviews expected to take place Friday, October 20, 2023. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.
https://www.eauclairewi.gov/home/showdocument?id=43434&t=638318528357607883
Join the excitement at the 2023 Joint Conference by Wisconsin and Minnesota Transit Associations in La Crosse, WI, from October 23-25! Three action-packed days for transit professionals:
Register today: https://www.mpta-transit.org/event/2023-wimn-public-transit-conference
Become an exhibitor today: https://www.mpta-transit.org/event/2023-wisconsinminnesota-public-transit-expo
Summary of Job
Under general direction, this position plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and activities of the Transit Operations Division; manages the day-to-day delivery of public transportation services for fixed route, on-demand, paratransit and microtransit services; manages the effective use of Division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to Deputy Community Development Director in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
The duties described below are indicative of what a Transit Operations Manager might be asked to perform. Other duties may be assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
EDUCATION, TRAINING OR EXPERIENCE
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for continuation of employment and are considered essential for the successful performance of this position.
REASONING SKILLS
LANGUAGE SKILLS
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Other Requirements
DISCLAIMER
In an effort to provide for continuity of government under Chapter 323 of the Wisconsin Statutes and § 1.11 of the City of Beloit Code of General Ordinances, this position may be required to provide support for the City of Beloit Emergency Operation Center or other City departments during declared states of emergency. This may require an altered work schedule or duties during the declared emergency.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or other working conditions associated with this job position. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job, work schedule and/or require that other or different tasks be performed at its discretion or as circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workloads, rushed jobs, or technological developments).
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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Provide overall leadership, strategy, coordination, and monitoring of Metro Fleet, Maintenance, and Facilities units through lower level managers, supervisors, and front line staff.
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The City of Madison Metro Transit is hiring a Transit Capital Project Coordinator*. This position will execute the development and implementation of assigned capital projects meant to advance the speed, reliability, efficiency, and customer experience for Metro services. Major project areas may include bus lanes, bus bulbs and floating stops, specialized signals, railroad crossing exemptions and similar projects, including supporting Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and transit center projects. Responsibilities will include conceptual project planning, vendor selection, budgeting, outreach, design and construction oversight. Duties will be performed under the general direction of the Transit Capital Project Manager.
Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an affirmative action plan. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
If an applicant does not possess the specific requirements outlined above, HR will review the application materials to determine if the applicant possesses the following equivalent experience:
Six (6) years of experience in applying the following:
Two (2) years of experience in applying the following:
For a complete list of the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please see the class specification online.
Ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Work is generally done in an office setting. However, the employee must be able to visit project and construction sites and traverse uneven terrains.
Employees may be expected to work or attend meetings outside of regular work hours.
*Payroll title for this position is Transit Capital Project Manager.
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The City of Madison Metro Transit is hiring a Transit Capital Program Manager. This is an exciting time in Metro's growth with a complete system redesign currently being implemented and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors with related upgrades to follow over the next several years. This position will lead the team of people responsible for development and implementation of capital projects meant to advance the speed, reliability, efficiency, and customer experience for Metro services. The position will lead project managers and also manage major projects themselves. Projects include BRT, transit centers, bus lanes, bus bulbs and floating stops, specialized signals, railroad crossing exemptions, and similar projects. Responsibilities will include conceptual project planning, vendor selection, budgeting, outreach, design oversight, and construction oversight. This employee performs duties under the general supervision of the Chief Development Officer. Come help Metro grow! Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an affirmative action plan. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
Ability to meet the travel requirements of the position. Work in this position is primarily performed in an office environment. However, the employee will be expected to travel to various sites and project locations in the Metro service area. Employee will be expected to attend public and other meetings outside of regular work hours.
POSTING EXTENDED* *This recruitment is being extended by two (2) weeks due to a limited pool of candidates. Previously submitted applications will remain under consideration. Prior applicants need not reapply. The Minimum Qualifications have been modified.
The Office of the City Attorney is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Assistant City Attorney. This position has three primary functions. The position will devote 50% of its time to working on issues and matters related to Madison Metro Transit. It will also advise City officials, staff, and committees regarding other transportation-related matters and it will assist in negotiating, reviewing, and drafting software contracts on behalf of City agencies.
This is an advanced level position requiring responsible professional legal work in the City Attorney’s Office, excellent communication skills, and sound legal judgment. Employee may be assigned diverse legal activities including grant and contract work, ordinance drafting, civil litigation, and/or general law practice (consistent with the needs of the organization). This class encompasses all non-managerial positions engaged in professional legal work within the City Attorney’s office. Work is performed with varying degrees of independence as employees gain necessary proficiencies.
IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND A WRITING SAMPLE IN THE ATTACHMENTS SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION.
**APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WITHOUT AN ATTACHED RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND WRITING SAMPLE WILL IMMEDIATELY BE ELIMINATED FROM CONSIDERATION**
Serve as primary attorney representing and advising Madison Metro Transit management and staff:
Serve as primary attorney representing and advising Department of Transportation and City bodies with jurisdiction over transportation policies and initiatives:
Serve as back-up attorney for City-wide software and technology contracts:
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Graduation from an accredited law school.
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