Metronorth Railroad

Superintendent Track Access

Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in Public Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Engineering or related field.
  • Four years of full-time experience in large rapid transit operations.
  • Two years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
  • Proficiency in working with large datasets and spreadsheet analysis.
  • Familiarity with transit planning practices and rail operations concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and write service plans for non-capital track access clients.
  • Assist in preparing the rolling construction/maintenance diversion schedule for non-capital track access.
  • Perform track access impact analysis for non-capital projects and report findings.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the Track Access Unit alongside the General Superintendent.
  • Prepare reports for OP staff and client departments on non-capital projects.

Benefits

  • Telework options available depending on role.
  • Opportunity to work within a large and complex transit system.
  • Engagement with significant non-capital projects.
  • Links to the essential functions of daily subway operations.
  • Potential access to the 55-a Program for qualified candidates.
Full Job Description
Description

Position at New York City Transit

JOB INFORMATION:

Title:

Superintendent Track Access

Authority:

OA

Department:

Operations Planning

Division/Unit:

Rail Planning

Location:

2 Broadway

Hours:

9pm - 5pm, RDO Sat-Sun

Telework (if Applicable):

Reporting Manager (if Applicable)

Director, Track Access Forecasting

Deadline (if Applicable)

10/18/2026

Compensation:

$120,270 (Grade G)

POSITON SUMMARY:

The Superintendent ensures that the track access needs of the ongoing non-capital projects are met in conjunction with CPM and Track Construction goals while minimizing passenger inconvenience. This will be done by coordinating track access schedules for all projects on the A and the B Division. On a week-by-week basis, the Superintendent will keep ongoing non-capital projects productive, either with • service plans or opportunities to work "under traffic", in consultation with Track's advance teams. The Superintendent will ensure that non-capital track access clients, esp. the Track Division continue to achieve their program and will assist the General Superintendent in the day-to-day management of the Trac Access Unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plan and write service plans for non-capital track access clients, coordinating with the A and B Superintendents, Track Access, and the Track Division.
  • Keep abreast of and assist in the preparation of the rolling construction/maintenance diversion schedule so as to effectively schedule diversions for non-capital track access clients, with the assistance of a planner. Perform track access and force account analysis to assist CPM, Subways and OP staff in project scheduling decisions.
  • Analyze track access impact of non-capital projects (esp. vacuum train) and other projects, with the assistance of a planner, and report findings to OP staff.
  • Assist the General Superintendent in the day-to-day management of the Track Access Unit, with the assistance of a planner. Ensure that all track access functions are performed efficiently and products delivered on time.
  • With the assistance of a planner, prepare reports for OP staff and client departments on non-capital projects (such as the vacuum train) and other projects.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  1. A Baccalaureate degree in Public Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning or Engineering or a closely related field; or a satisfactory equivalent of education and experience AND
  2. Four (4) years of full time professional work experience in large rapid transit operations AND
  3. Two (2) years of which must have been in a managerial/ supervisory capacity.


DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Knowledge of the New York City subway system and NYC geography and neighborhoods
  • Knowledge of NYCT train operations • Familiarity with NYCT track access procedures, signal prints, and TAMS database
  • Proficiency in working with large datasets, spreadsheet analysis, and statistical analysis
  • Proficiency with SQL or similar database analysis languages is desirable
  • Experience and familiarity with transit planning practices and rail operations concepts is desirable


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

TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.

To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. 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").

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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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