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General Manager
The General Manager-Call Center is responsible for the oversight of call center and control center operations, including dispatch functions, route development support, customer service, and service quality assurance. This role carries full responsibility for all contracted operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, effective staffing, budget management, client relations, and coordination with regional leadership. This position is based in Chicago, IL.
Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $93,371.20 - maximum $115,000.00

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on the location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.
Key Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze KPIs to drive continuous improvement in call center performance.
• Ensure all services are delivered within budget and develop action plans to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and manage the business unit budget.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, as well as Transdev corporate safety standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee all call center personnel, including performance management and compliance with contract requirements.
• Manage call center, dispatching, scheduling, customer service, and control center operations.
• Establish prompt, courteous call-handling procedures to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Implement and maintain respectful communication protocols between dispatchers, drivers, employees, and riders.
• Oversee customer service performance, including timely complaint response and resolution.
• Collaborate with operations staff to support efficient and responsive route design that meets rider needs.
• Coordinate with supplemental service providers to ensure service delivery meets all contract provisions.
• Occasional travel outside the immediate area (less than 10%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 5 years of management experience in a service-based environment of similar scope and size.
• Minimum of 5 years of five years of recent experience managing paratransit call center operations or similar positions (a similar position would be a general manager or projec manager overseeing operations, safety and training, scheduling and dispatching or call center, huma resources/Labor relations, vehicle maintenance, vehicle inventory and rolling stock, regulatory requirements (e.g., FTA, DOT, ADA and drug and alcohol, DOJ Title VI and state DOT regulations) and other transportation related areas
• Proficiency with paratransit scheduling software.
• Strong knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws.
• In-depth understanding of laws, ordinances, and regulations governing transit operations.
• Thorough understanding of transit operational methods and departmental functions.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
• Experience with cost control, budgeting, and financial management across multiple locations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of transportation technologies, including apps and Wi-Fi integrations.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Must pass DOT drug testing and physical, if applicable. Note: DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com
Drug-free workplace:
Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev : Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are 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 upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.
The physical demands described here are 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 upon request.
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Job Category: General Managers
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 8691
Pay Group: VDD
Cost Center: NONE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are 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 upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video .