Metronorth Railroad

Group Station Manager

Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or Transportation Management
  • 8 years of related experience, with 5 years in a managerial role
  • Strong customer service and public relations skills
  • Knowledge of rail transportation systems and station operations
  • Familiarity with ADA regulations and safety principles

Responsibilities

  • Direct customer service, cleaning, and maintenance for subway stations
  • Implement policies for efficient station operations
  • Manage construction trade employees and conduct station inspections
  • Lead emergency management efforts
  • Serve as liaison with local officials and advocacy groups
  • Participate in staff selection and administer labor agreements

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead transformation in subway customer service
  • Direct impact on public safety and station accessibility
  • Collaboration with community stakeholders
  • Potential for professional growth within a large transportation authority
  • Managerial responsibilities in a public service environment
Full Job Description
Job ID: 16726

Business Unit: New York City Transit

Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: GSM17 Operations

Date Posted: Sep 15, 2026

Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Title : Group Station Manager

Department : Subways

Authority : TA

Division/Unit : Station Environment & Operations

Work Location : Various

Hours of Work : Managerial

Compensation :

$158,549 (Compression Rate)

Deadline (if Applicable):

09/29/2026

Reporting Manager (If Applicable):

Assistant Vice President

RESPONSIBILTIES:

The Department of Subways is seeking dynamic, customer-focused leaders to assume the role of Group Station Manager (GSM) within the Division of Station Environment & Operations. These managers will play a key role in the transformation of subway and customer service, as outlined in NYC Transit's Corporate Plan. The GSM will direct customer service, cleaning and maintenance functions for a group of subway stations. GSMs will be responsible for managing a team to provide customers with clean, safe, well maintained and readily accessible subway stations with accurate, real-time travel and fare information. Select Group Station Managers will direct maintenance and specialized cleaning activity across multiple groups of stations. Responsibilities will also include, but are not limited to: creating and implementing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of assigned stations; managing construction trade employees and the performance of station inspections; leading the management of emergencies; and serving as the primary liaison with local elected officials and advocacy groups. The successful candidate will participate in the selection of subordinate staff, administer relevant labor agreements, and support Collective Bargaining efforts when necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Business or Public Administration, Transportation Management or a closely related field of study, and eight (8) years of full-time related experience; of which five (5) years must have been in a managerial/supervisory capacity; Or

A satisfactory combination of education and experience.

DESIRED SKILLS:
• Excellent customer service and public relations skills.
• Knowledge of the environment, organization and operation of rail transportation systems and station operations.
• Knowledge of automated fare collection, construction trades and ADA regulations.
• Ability to effectively manage a group of employees in a fast paced and highly customer focused environment.
• Knowledge of safety principles and experience working in an environment where safety is a key component.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures including Collective Bargaining Agreements and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels in the organization, including represented employees.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

SELECTION METHOD:

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MaBSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.

OTHER INFORMATION: Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

HOW TO APPLY:

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal . You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link.

Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

About Metronorth Railroad

Metro-North Railroad is a commuter railroad that serves the northern suburbs of New York City. The railroad was founded in 1983 and is owned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Metro-North operates three main lines, the Hudson Line, the Harlem Line, and the New Haven Line, which together serve over 85 million passengers annually. The railroad has a fleet of over 400 rail cars and operates over 700 trains per day. In addition to commuter service, Metro-North also operates several tourist trains, including the popular Fall Foliage and Holiday Express trains.
Learn more about Metronorth Railroad
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
-5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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