General Manager MetroBus

General Manager of MetroBus

Full-time employment opportunity with a dynamic and multi-faceted resource for economic development in the St. Louis region.

About Us

Since 1950, we have partnered with private and public organizations on hundreds of projects that have created thousands of jobs on both sides of the Mississippi River.

BSD operates with a focus on making a positive impact on the region and the nation, better connecting the Bi-State area to the rest of the world. We are impacting neighborhoods, large and small, in Illinois and in Missouri, with investments that are shaped by our unique perspective of the region and its potential.

Why Work Here

• Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
• Receive a competitive salary
• Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
• Earn 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) each year
• Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually — plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Contribute to our company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan
• Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, short-term disability, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
• Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
• Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
• Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
• Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Save with discounted cell phone plans

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!

Pay Range: $128,700 to $151,150

The Role

Directs MetroBus Operations and related support functions.  Oversees the daily operations of all MetroBus services to provide on-time service for citizens throughout the Metropolitan St. Louis Area.  Oversees the MetroBus Operations Control functions providing supervision and management of all on street services.  Reports to the Executive Director - Metro Transit.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to Directors and Managers responsible for all daily, emergency and special event activities involving Metro Bus Operations. Accountable for safe and effective bus service to over 36 million passengers annually.
• Coordinates with Planning Department and oversees implementation of plans to ensure effective bus service during regular operations and for frequent special services, emergencies or events.
• Directs the use of $80,000,000 budget in order to meet operating and service standards and to provide excellent service to customers. May also serve as project manager on capital projects specific to MetroBus.
• Develops tracking and reporting systems to effectively measure and improve system performance.
• Maintains effective working relationship with Local Division 788 of the Amalgamated Transit Union.
• Plans for contingencies inherent in Mass Transportation including bus bridges for MetroLink, service interruptions, disaster drills, medical emergencies, inclement weather contingencies and emergency situations in the community.
• Coordinate operational needs with maintenance and all other support functions.
• Working with Employee Relations Department, negotiates the settlement of grievances and other matters with Union offices.
• Represents Agency and interacts with government officials in planning disaster and evacuation plans in the case of local or national emergencies.
• Accountable for the operation of the MetroBus Control Center which is responsib