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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level chicago transit authority cta in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Chicago Transit Authority Cta vs Bus Operator?

AspectEntry Level Chicago Transit Authority CtaBus Operator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s licenseHigh school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, CDL certification
Work EnvironmentPublic transit facilities, administrative officesOn the road, bus depots, various routes across Chicago
Employer & Industry UsageChicago Transit Authority, public transportationChicago Transit Authority, public transportation
Common Search & ComparisonEntry level roles, transit jobs, CTA jobsBus driver roles, transit operator jobs

Entry Level Chicago Transit Authority Cta positions typically require minimal experience and focus on administrative or support tasks within the transit system. In contrast, Bus Operators are frontline employees responsible for driving buses on scheduled routes, requiring CDL certification. Both roles serve the public transit industry in Chicago, but Bus Operators have more direct interaction with passengers and operate vehicles daily.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Chicago Transit Authority Cta job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Full Time, and 88% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,262 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Coordinator, Administration Support - Bus

Chicago Transit Authority

Chicago, IL • On-site

$83K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Chicago Transit Authority rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

649th of 856 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

SALARY

$83,437.95

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, coordinates clerical and administrative support and reporting programs in the areas of payroll, personnel, computer systems development and maintenance, budget preparation and monitoring and related activities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

           Coordinates the preparation, and processing of personnel documentation such as manpower, requisitions, pay/status, change notices, transfers, retirements, processing and adjusting of payroll information, etc.

           Responsible for completing assigned projects to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and meeting the projects deadlines.

           Coordinates the preparation and processing of the departments' budgets and assists in monitoring budgets for compliance, adjustments, etc.

           Coordinates the preparation, verification, and submittal of personnel documentation for all system and section picks, maintains files of all transaction.

           Coordinates the evaluation; preparation and submittal of responses to union grievances.

           Provides Bus Instruction with professional and technical expertise regarding matters concerning personnel administration, administrative procedures, payroll and union contract application.

           Assists in the analysis of trends affecting departmental costs and manpower planning and oversees the performance of feasibility studies on budgetary related issues; assists in the presentation of findings to management.

           Assists senior management in the Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

           Assists the Manager in the development and administration of the Section's programs, policies, goals and objectives.

           Performs related duties as assigned

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

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CHALLENGES

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

           Required to possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field, plus two (2) years of administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

           Prior experience in fields related to budget, personnel, payroll or administration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

           Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.

           Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

           General knowledge of budgetary, accounting and financial analysis techniques, principals, practices and procedures.

           General knowledge of payroll processes and procedures.

           General knowledge of grievance and discipline procedures.

           General knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, and collective bargaining agreements pertinent to Rail Operations staff including applicable labor contract provisions.

           Strong conflict resolution and customer service skills.

           Intermediate interviewing and interpersonal skills.

           Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word Excel, PowerPoint)

           Basic Oracle database software skills.

           Ability to maintain detail orientation in a changing environment.

           Ability to function well under pressure and multi-task with consistent accuracy.

           Ability to prioritize in accordance to customer's needs, authority requirements, and FTA regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

           General office environment

           Occasionally required to travel to other Authority locations.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

           Standard office equipment

           Personal computer and related software (Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.)


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