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MTA Bus Company

Civil Engineer Series

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$101K/yr

OTHER INFORMATION Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary) As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual ...

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What is an MTA NYC Transit employee?

MTA NYC Transit workers are employees who operate, maintain, and support the subway and bus systems in New York City. They include train operators, bus drivers, conductors, maintenance crews, station agents, and various administrative staff. Their main responsibilities are to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of millions of riders each day. They play a crucial role in keeping the city moving and maintaining the infrastructure of one of the largest public transit systems in the world.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an MTA NYC Transit employee?

To thrive as an MTA NYC Transit employee, you typically need a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of transit operations, and the ability to pass relevant civil service exams. Familiarity with transit scheduling software, fare collection systems, and safety protocols is often required, along with any necessary certifications such as a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for bus operators. Excellent customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this environment. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation of New York City's public transportation system.

What are common challenges faced by MTA NYC Transit employees and how can they be managed?

MTA NYC Transit employees often encounter challenges such as working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, dealing with service disruptions, and addressing customer concerns. Effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork are essential to managing these challenges. Employees typically receive training and ongoing support to help them navigate operational issues, maintain safety standards, and provide excellent customer service. Building strong relationships with colleagues and supervisors can also make it easier to handle unexpected situations and advance within the organization.

What is the difference between Mta Nyc Transit vs Bus Operator?

AspectMta Nyc TransitBus Operator
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), background checkCDL required, passenger endorsement
Work EnvironmentPublic transit vehicles, city routesCity streets, scheduled routes
Employer & IndustryMTA NYC Transit, public transportationPrivate or public transit companies, public transportation

Both roles involve operating transit vehicles within the public transportation sector, requiring a CDL and working in urban environments. The main difference is that Mta Nyc Transit refers to the agency overseeing NYC's transit system, while Bus Operator is a specific job title within that system, focusing on driving buses along designated routes.

Is MTA NYC Transit hiring?

MTA NYC Transit regularly hires for various roles including train operators, station agents, and maintenance workers. Applicants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, and some positions require passing written exams and background checks. Job openings are posted on the official MTA Careers website and are available throughout the year.

Which MTA NYC Transit job pays the most?

The highest-paying MTA NYC Transit jobs are typically senior management roles such as Chief Operating Officer or Director positions, which can offer salaries exceeding $200,000 annually. These roles require extensive experience, leadership skills, and often specialized certifications or education in transportation or engineering fields.
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VP, Strategic Priorities

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

New York City Transit
Rail Transportation • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

New York City Transit Authority rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

JOB INFORMATION: 

Title: 

VP, Strategic Priorities 

Authority: 

TA/OA/MTA Bus 

Department: 

Regional Bus Company 

Division/Unit: 

Strategic Priorities 

Location: 

2 Broadway 

Hours: 

Various 

Telework (if Applicable): 

Not Applicable

Reporting Manager (if Applicable) 

EVP Buses 

Deadline (if Applicable) 

09/23/2026 

Compensation: 

$200,253 - $205,000 (GEN013)

POSITON SUMMARY: 

The Vice President, Strategic Priorities, is responsible for leading high-priority, special initiatives that are critical to delivering world-class bus service and supporting daily bus operations. This role will manage transformative bus initiatives across capital, operations, and service planning that are essential to achieving DOB's strategic goals, operational priorities, and performance objectives. Major projects will include bus network redesigns, development of bus facilities, transit priority improvements, and other high-impact service initiatives that require strategic planning, strong cross-functional and interagency coordination, and advanced problem solving. This role will identify, execute, and coordinate strategies to improve service quality and performance by working with senior leadership to address key operations, strategic, and policy issues. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the EVP, Buses, across multiple operational support disciplines, including bus planning and scheduling, resource management, workforce development, and capital planning and strategy. Provide support to inform executive decision-making and long term strategy.

  • This position will be responsible for creating project work plans through implementation, setting service quality and performance goals, providing recommendations, reporting on departmental metrics and initiatives, and implementing initiatives to improve bus service and bus operations. 

  • Lead special projects and initiatives that require strong internal coordination with strategic partners withing DOB, NYCT, and the MTA, ensuring alignment with the agency's strategic priorities, to develop creative solutions to complex transit and infrastructure challenges and oversee successful implementation of major projects.  

  • Build strong external relationships to advance transformative and special bus projects by representing DOB and NYCT in partnerships and negotiations that require coordination with City Hall, NYC DOT, NYS DOT, and other key stakeholders.  

  • Communicate project strategies clearly to technical and non-technical audiences while leading the data-driven decision-making and analytical work for each project and supporting overall project management and implementation.  

  • Performs other duties as assigned  

  • Complies with all policies and standards  

  • May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable • Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable  

  • Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable  

  • Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable 

  • Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Business Administration, Public Administration, Transportation Management, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a satisfactory equivalent of education and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

  • 12 years of progressively responsible experience with demonstrated success managing complex projects and fostering a collaborative work environment and 

  • 8 years of supervisory experience, managing teams or projects.

DESIRED SKILLS: 

  • Comprehensive knowledge of public transportation operations and policies  

  • Knowledge of transit service planning, bus network design, and operational performance metrics  

  • Strategic Planning and execution, program and project management, and budget and resource management  

  • Analyze highly complex operational, financial, and strategic issues and develop effective solutions.

SELECTION METHOD 

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment. 

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal. 

OTHER INFORMATION 

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary) 

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker. 

For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page  

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