Assistant General Manager

Transdev • $84K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's preferred in relevant fields.
  • 5+ years of supervisory or management experience in transportation or logistics.
  • Proven experience managing service delivery and performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience in union environments and labor relations is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support the General Manager in directing daily transit operations.
  • Lead and guide operations staff with strategic direction.
  • Ensure adherence to contract requirements and company policies.
  • Monitor safety performance and customer satisfaction metrics.
  • Assist in staffing, scheduling, and employee performance management.
  • Manage budget and financial performance initiatives effectively.
  • Build effective relationships with clients and community stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Minimum of two weeks of vacation.
  • Five days of sick leave.
  • Twelve holidays with eight standard and four floating days.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Options for short-term and voluntary long-term disability.
Full Job Description
Assistant General Manager

The Assistant General Manager supports the General Manager in directing passenger transportation operations for Georgia North/Gwinnett . This position is responsible for assisting with the overall management of contract operations, ensuring safe and reliable service delivery, maintaining compliance with contractual requirements, supporting employee performance and development, enhancing customer service, and managing operational and financial performance.

Transdev is Proud to Offer
• Competitive compensation package of $84,000 - $95,000 annually , depending on experience

Benefits Include
• Vacation: Minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick Leave: Five (5) days
• Holidays: Twelve (12) days; eight (8) standard and four (4) floating
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability

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

Key Responsibilities
• Direct daily transit operations and support the General Manager in achieving operational objectives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and strategic direction to operations staff.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor service delivery, safety performance, and customer satisfaction metrics.
• Support staffing, scheduling, employee development, performance management, and succession planning efforts.
• Assist with budget management, cost controls, and financial performance initiatives.
• Foster effective relationships with clients, community stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
• Support labor relations activities, including employee engagement and union partnership initiatives where applicable.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel outside the immediate area may be required (less than 5%).

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Logistics, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of supervisory or management experience in public transportation, paratransit, transit operations, logistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing service delivery, operations personnel, and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing transit operations.
• Strong understanding of safety programs, compliance requirements, and operational best practices.
• Ability to manage budgets, cost controls, and financial performance.
• Experience working with government agencies, clients, and community stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a union environment and handling labor relations matters preferred.
• Subject to a DOT drug test and physical, if applicable. 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 flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and perform office-related tasks for extended periods.
• Frequently required to use a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
• Work environment may include both office and field settings, with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to inspect operational areas and vehicles as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected] .

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Job Category: Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 9169

Pay Group: QQP

Cost Center: 450

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.

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