Missouri DOT seeks railroad operations manager
The railroad operations manager directs and coordinates the statewide railroad and crossing safety inspection programs for the department. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.
The railroad operations manager: (1) Directs and coordinates the statewide activities of the railroad and crossing federal and state safety programs for the department in the areas of accident investigations, complaints, railroad employee safety and compliance responsibilities. (2) Assigns and monitors the administration of the section’s statistics on railroad crossing injuries, fatalities, and derailments. (3) Coordinates the application of federal and state laws and regulations for safety and security oversight of railroads and the tracks of light rail systems in the state. (4) Assists in developing the railroad sections’ performance based budget and monitors expenditures against approved budget. (5) Assists supervisor in administering the Federal Railroad Administration State Participation Program for the state to improve coordination between federal and state agencies. (6) Assigns and monitors the development and maintenance of a State Rail Security Assessment Plan. (7) Provides administrative support to develop and maintain the rail section portion of the Strategic Plan. (8) Provides administrative support and advice to supervisor on legislative and regulatory issues relating to railroad safety and crossing issues. (9) Participates in phone-duty rotation of emergency railroad calls and assigns rotation to designated employees. (10) Participates and makes presentations at railroad safety activities and events. (11) Performs supervisory responsibilities in a manner consistent with the department’s Affirmative Action Program. (12) Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.
Educational requirements for the position include: A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, safety, business administration or re