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Bus Driver (Hamilton, NJ)
Trenton, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
Bus Driver (Hamilton, NJ)
Trenton, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
BUS DRIVER (Paterson, NJ)
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
BUS DRIVER (Paterson, NJ)
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
Bus Driver (Egg Harbor Township)
Egg Harbor City, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
Bus Driver (Egg Harbor Township)
Egg Harbor City, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
Senior Trainmaster
Hoboken, NJ · On-site
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
Senior Trainmaster
Hoboken, NJ · On-site
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
BUS DRIVER (Westwood, NJ)
Westwood, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
BUS DRIVER (Westwood, NJ)
Westwood, NJ · On-site
$37.14/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...
B&B Mechanic/Vehicle Operator(CDL-A)
Wood Ridge, NJ · On-site
$34.40/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
B&B Mechanic/Vehicle Operator(CDL-A)
Wood Ridge, NJ · On-site
$34.40/hr
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...
Senior Commercial Counsel -- Corporate & Procurement (Newark)
Newark, NJ · On-site
$142K - $194K/yr
NJ TRANSIT is seeking an Assistant General Counsel - Corporation and Commercial to counsel on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, with emphasis on procurements for competitively bid ...
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Senior Commercial Counsel -- Corporate & Procurement (Newark)
Newark, NJ · On-site
$142K - $194K/yr
NJ TRANSIT is seeking an Assistant General Counsel - Corporation and Commercial to counsel on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, with emphasis on procurements for competitively bid ...
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NJ TRANSIT Jobs Information
Do workers at NJ Transit get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Does NJ Transit pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
At NJ Transit, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
50% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
50% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
Is the health insurance from NJ Transit affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get paid time off at NJ Transit?
Most people get paid time off work.
80% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
80% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
- 63% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 37% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
Do workers at NJ Transit worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
Do NJ Transit workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
How easy is it for NJ Transit workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at NJ Transit?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
71% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
71% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do NJ Transit managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.
Do jobs at NJ Transit spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
24% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
24% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at NJ Transit?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Is a NJ Transit job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.
Is working at NJ Transit good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at NJ Transit feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at NJ Transit get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Is it stressful to work at NJ Transit?
Some people feel stressed here.
63% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
63% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at NJ Transit enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
72% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
72% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at NJ Transit recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at NJ Transit?
Most people got enough training when they started.
68% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
68% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get support to advance at NJ Transit?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do people think NJ Transit’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
90% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
90% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how NJ Transit is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
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NJ Transit rating
7.5
Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
59th of 99 rated public transport
Job description
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll be joining us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
SummaryThe Assistant General Counsel - Corporation and Commercial - provides legal counseling on a wide range of corporate and commercial issues. The individual will work with management and its business units in connection with a variety of issues with an emphasis on procurement of competitively bid contracts and negotiation of commercial contracts.
Roles And Responsibilities- Review, analyze and provide counsel on procurements for competitively bid contracts, including but not limited to Requests for Proposals, Invitations for Bids, Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Expressions of Interest.
- Review, analyze and counsel on responses to procurements for competitively bid contracts.
- Review, negotiate, draft and provide counsel in connection with commercial contracts, related to property acquisitions, purchase of goods and services, marketing, construction, transportation, insurance, environmental and other issues.
- Manage litigation, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings related to corporate and commercial matters, including coordination with outside counsel and interaction with courts and agencies.
- Provide oversight of outside counsel work product and management of billing and engagement terms to ensure alignment with NJ TRANSIT objectives.
- Work with NJ Transit management and staff in connection with NJ Transit’s economic development, sustainability and infrastructure and its bus and rail transportation operations.
- Communicate with private businesses and local, state and federal agencies in connection with various matters, including but not limited to procurement, contracting, financing, state and federal funding, construction and other matters. Interpret NJ Transit’s By-laws, review and draft Board materials, provide legal advice to the Board Office at monthly Board and Committee meetings and support related corporate governance compliance.
- Develop strategies, provide legal advice, negotiate and draft agreements relating to capital projects. Review and revision of corporate and commercial contract forms, ensuring consistency with statutory, regulatory, and funding requirements, as well as environmental, insurance, and risk‑management considerations.
- Support and participate in monitoring developments in commercial contracting law, including changes affecting NJ TRANSIT’s policies, procedures, and compliance requirements and provide recommendations and training to ensure organizational compliance.
- Work with OPRA staff and business units regarding court notices, subpoenas, discovery requests and OPRA requests.
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- 5+ years’ experience with corporate and commercial law
- Commercial and corporate law and litigation
- Procurement of Competitively Bid Contracts
- Negotiation of Commercial Contracts
- In-House and large law firm experience
- Skills: Inter-Personal Communication - Research and Writing - Business Acumen - Ethics
- Experience in the transportation industry, regulated industries and/or state agencies a plus.
- New Jersey Bar License
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
- Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Industry
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Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Newark, NJ, US
Year founded
1981