Project Manager

Overview

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Responsibilities

Project Manager  

MV Transportation is seeking a Project Manager for proposed business who will provide support, leadership, supervision, administration, and contract coordination for DAR Paratransit and Microtransit Service. The position ensures compliant, responsive, and high-quality service for seniors and individuals with disabilities. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Demand Responsive (DAR) Paratransit Service and Microtransit operation. 
• Provide general supervision of operational staff and coordinate service activities as necessary. 
• Investigate and respond to customer comments, concerns, and complaints. 
• Ensure compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules, regulations, and service requirements. 
• Make operational decisions, supervise staff, and provide coordination during all operating hours. 
• Maintain telephone availability during all operating hours. 
• Use a proactive and results-oriented approach to identify and resolve operational problems. 
• Attend regular meetings with the City to review contract compliance and adherence to performance standards. 
• Work with the City to troubleshoot problem areas and address operational concerns. 
• Participate in discussions regarding operations, marketing, and promotional activities. 
• Provide the administration, management, and oversight necessary to support quality paratransit and microtransit services. 
• Demonstrate care, professionalism, and empathy when serving individuals with disabilities and senior citizens. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements 

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing the day-to-day operations of paratransit, Dial-A-Ride, or microtransit services. 
• Knowledge of ADA rules, regulations, and compliance requirements. 
• Proven management experience in transit, paratransit, or microtransit operations. 
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, make decisions, and coordinate operations. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing operational issues. 
• Self-motivated with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Experience investigating and responding to customer comments and complaints. 
• Responsible, caring, and empathetic toward individuals with disabilities and senior citizens who use DAR services. 
• Available by telephone during all operating hours. 

Starting salary range: $87,000 - $102,700

 

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Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment. 

 

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