Assistant Deputy Director - Bridge Management Systems

　　Job ID: 5557

　　Business Unit: Metro-North Railroad

　　Location: White Plains, NY, United States

　　Regular/Temporary: Regular

　　Department: Deputy Chief Engr Structures

　　Date Posted: Jan 24, 2024

　　Description

　　POSTING NO:

　　5557

　　JOB TITLE:

　　Assistant Deputy Director – Bridge Management Systems

　　DEPT/DIV:

　　Operations - Track & Structures

　　WORK LOCATION:

　　North White Plains

　　FULL/ PART-TIME :

　　FULL

　　SALARY RANGE:

　　$ 103,682 – $ 136,083.15

　　DEADLINE:

　　February, 5 th , 2024 .

　　Opening :

　　This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

　　MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service , and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

　　Position Objective :

　　This position will maintain a bridge management system that will identify and prioritize infrastructure needs for safe and reliable operations. The system will aid the development of maintenance and capital projects. The position will also supervise the bridge inspection program within the Track & Structures Department ensuring all state and mandated safety requirements are met.

　　Responsibilities :

　　Oversee and update the bridge management system, and inventories of assets as developed (i.e., Bridges, Stations, Transmission Towers, Retaining Walls, and Drainage Systems). As required develop additional asset inventories and work with EAM group.

　　Oversee field inspections by MNR inspection personnel and consultants to ensure all internal and external (i.e., FRA and NYSDOT) requirements are met. Review and manage flags issued during inspection and notify the party responsible for maintenance.

　　Direct subordinates in efficient use of budgeted resources. Review allocation of personnel, material, and equipment for all project work.

　　Develop project scope design plans and planning schedules for in house projects to perform work safely and efficiently, in compliance with FRA Regulations and Metro-North’s Programs. Projects include retaining walls, bridges, and buildings.

　　Interact with maintenance groups and Asst. Chief Engineer to prioritize maintenance work items.

　　Required Qualifications :

　　Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

　　Knowledge of bridge analysis with the ability to design, and handle site planning and defects to retaining walls, culverts, bridges, and tunnels.

　　Knowledge of bridge analysis software such as STAAD.

　　Understanding of Engineering fundamentals .

　　Strong verbal and written communication skills.

　　Strong project management and coordination skills which include quality control and quality assurance measures.

　　Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with internal departments as well as city, state, and federal agencies.

　　Knowledge of MS Office Suite and/or comparable applications. Knowledge of AutoCAD or compatible CAD programs .

　　Available and on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week as required.

　　Must have a valid driver’s license.

　　Required Education / Experience :

　　Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.

　　New York State PE License (or ability to obtain reciprocity license within 6 months).

　　Minimum eight (8) years of experience in Civil/Structural engineering which includes design, construction , and inspection of bridges and other structures.

　　Minimum five (5) years of experience managing professionals and/or projects with adherence to deadlines.

　　The following is preferred but other satisfactory combinations of relevant experience, education, and/or technical credentials will be considered:

　　Familiarity with job skills required for various crafts (carpentry, ironwork, masonry, piping , and roofing).

　　Ability to analyze bridge sub-structures, such as bridge abutments , and super-structures, such as steel girders.

　　Ability to design repair and/or replacement of bridges and other railroad structures.

　　Knowledge of database management systems and SQL.

　　Knowledge of budget preparation, cost estimation , and project forecasting processes.

　　Knowledge of Federal Railway Agency (FRA) regulations and procedures.

　　Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements (CBA).

　　Other Information

　　This is a safety sensitive position subject to random toxicological testing.

　　Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

　　Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

　　Selection Criteria

　　Due to the competitive nature of the selection process, not all qualified candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position are guaranteed an interview. To be selected for a position, one must meet the following criteria: (1) satisfy the minimum requirements listed in the job posting, (2) if applicable, successfully pass a written and practical exam, (3) satisfy a background investigation (including but not limited to, employment, education, and criminal history), and (4) pass a verbal interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing. Failure to pass any step within the hiring process will result in the disqualification of your application.

　　Additional Criteria for Current Employees: Current Metro-North employees must be in active service to be eligible for consideration. Agreement Employees applying for a position outside of their present craft are required to have worked in your current union for at least one (1) year preceding the Application Deadline to be eligible to apply for a posted position and have completed the agreed upon formal training commitment, including on-the-job training or lock-in requirement, if applicable (for example Signal Trainee, Foreman-In-Training, etc.). If you are transferring to another craft, you may be required to forfeit your seniority in your present union. Non-agreement employees must have worked in their current position for a minimum of one (1) year preceding the Application Deadline. Along with a background investigation (including but not limited to, employment, education, and criminal history), employees are also subject to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation not limited to discipline records and performance assessments.

　　We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. If interested, please apply online at www.mta.info

　　H ow T o A pply :

　　Qualified applicants can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS HOME page or the JOB DESCRIPTION page.

　　For instructions on completing the online application, go to the MTA intranet site and click on the PeopleSoft Information hyperlink. From there select the User Guides hyperlink to gain access to the "Viewing/Applying for Jobs Online" guide under the Recruiting section of the page.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity

　　MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

　　The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.