Senior Manager of the Maintenance and Engineering Command Center (MECC)

Job Description:

Senior Manager of the Maintenance and Engineering Command Center (MECC)

Description

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

Pay Rate
Non-Represented Payband N10

Annual Salary: $165,374.00 (minimum) - $250,542.00 (maximum)
Initial negotiable annual starting salary will be between $165,374.00 (minimum) - $207,958.00 (midpoint) to commensurate with education and experience.
Pay Rate
Chief Maintenance Office or designee

Current Assignment

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is currently recruiting for a highly strategic and experienced leader to serve as the Senior Manager of the Maintenance and Engineering Command Center (MECC).

The Senior Manager, Maintenance Engineering Command Complex (MECC) will assume overall responsibility for the operations of the Maintenance and Engineering Command Center, setting strategic direction, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring high standards of service delivery. The incumbent will lead a team of managers and coordinators responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and coordinated maintenance activities across the BART system. Key priorities include managing budgetary resources, overseeing training and compliance programs, representing the MECC in high-level internal and external meetings, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, labor agreements, and industry best practices. This leadership role requires excellent management, communication, and problem-solving skills to support the District’s mission of safe, reliable, and effective transit operations.

The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Management of new “start-up” departments; scratch building policies, procedures, training programs, and performance metrics; setting strategic goals and service standards
• Recruitment of a competent and qualified team to fill all positions in a new department transitioning from pilot program to permanency while maintaining operational continuity
• Champion a robust safety culture, overseeing investigations, incident tracking systems, and preventative safety programs.
• Labor relations and Union negotiation to establish work rules for new, represented job classifications
• Serve as a key liaison with internal departments and external partners, bringing innovation and collaboration to the forefront.
• Departmental budget administration using operating and capital funding for labor and non-labor; public agency procurement practices; labor forecasting; overtime management
• Preparation and delivery of presentations, reports, requests, and investigative findings to superiors, interdepartmental leaders, executive personnel, and board members
• Comprehensive knowledge of all BART maintenance disciplines, BART non-revenue (Blanket) maintenance operations, Roadway Worker Protection rules, and Emergency Operations Control practices
• Requires advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and strong capability in using a variety of software platforms.

Selection Process
Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.

The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.

The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).

Application Process

External applicants may only apply online, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112.

Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART. Current employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. 0. Box 12688, Oakland, CA 94604-2688.

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. Online applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.

Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

Examples of Duties

Reviews and ensures the MECC complies with executive directives, policies, and regulatory standards.

Develops, implements, and monitors business metrics and key performance indicators; adjusts assignments, procedures, policies, and training as needed to meet goals.

Acts as the hiring manager for the MECC; serves as the primary contact for correspondence with all divisions within Human Resources, Labor Relations, and the Office of Civil Rights.

Ensures the priorities of the District and the MECC are reflected when facilitating the bid process for work assignments, implementing work rules, or discussing issues with union officials.

Acts as the primary MECC representative in meetings and presentations with other departments, divisions, management, and outside agencies.

Prepares for and represents the District in internal and external hearings, arbitrations, and investigations related to the MECC or its employees, in accordance with District policy.

Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for the MECC; assigns work activities, projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Manages the development, distribution, control, and maintenance of standard operating procedures for the MECC.

Ensures post-incident investigations, reviews, and reporting are completed in compliance with applicable regulations and District procedures.

Operates District vehicles to perform job site inspections and compliance checks.

Assumes primary responsibility for developing and administering the MECC’s annual budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures.

Develops and administers a documentation control plan for the MECC; reviews, organizes, and archives all MECC logs, reports, procedures, and personnel files; maintains security of sensitive information.

Responds to difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; involves other departments throughout the District, as appropriate, when responding to sensitive matters.

Prepares written reports, correspondence, and presentations for senior/executive management, other departments throughout the District, and the Board of Directors.

Proposes, develops, reviews, and approves training curriculum; provides or coordinates staff training; monitors training compliance.

Works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

Prepares for and participates in both internal and external oversight audits. Provides requested information, negotiates terms, and administers corrective action plans.

Minimum Qualifications

EITHER

Experience :

A minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience as a Manager of the Maintenance and Engineering Command Center (MECC) with the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District.

OR

Education :

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, transportation management, engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience :

The equivalent of five (5) years of full-time verifiable experience in the maintenance and repair of wayside equipment and infrastructure, or related experience, which must have included responsibility for ensuring the safety of wayside construction and/or maintenance worksites and at least two (2) years of management experience.

Substitution :

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements :

Must assume on-call responsibility for MECC activities and/or problems twenty-four (24) hours, seven (7) days per week.

Must obtain and maintain all required levels of District training certifications.

Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive maintenance program for a rail transit system for a large metropolitan area.
• Implementing and interpreting goals, objectives, work rules, policies, collective bargaining agreements, procedures, and work standards.
• Tracking maintenance service delivery using business metrics and key performance indicators
• Principles and practices of routine and corrective right-of-way equipment maintenance.
• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance of right-of-way equipment.
• Procedures for the placement and removal of prohibits, safe clearances, and blanket work area protections.
• Computer-based applications including timekeeping programs, spreadsheet applications, and word processing applications.
• Operations and requirements of an asset management and maintenance reporting system.
• Operations, rules, and procedures pertaining to roadway worker protection and safety.
• Principles of report preparation and documentation control.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Related Federal, State, and local codes, laws, and regulations.
  
  

Skill in :

• Overseeing and directing the management of a comprehensive systems maintenance command center.
• Assessing various maintenance problems and emergencies, analyzing the scope of response required, and dispatching staff accordingly.
• Departmental budget administration; preparing clear, concise, and complete financial reports and statements.
• Advanced use of computer-based applications such as timekeeping programs, spreadsheet applications, and word processing applications.
• Scheduling, coordinating, and prioritizing wayside construction and maintenance activities.
• Ensuring the adherence to established maintenance and emergency response rules and regulations.
• Development and implementation of standard operating procedures which promote system safety and reflect industry best practices.
• Development and administration of division goals, objectives, and policies.
• Administering document control programs; maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and security of archived logs and documents.
• Data driven decision-making through the use of forecasting tools, key performance indicators, and business metrics.
• Preparing for, participating in, and negotiating terms in various internal and external oversight audits, arbitrations, interviews, and hearings.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Interpreting and applying Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov .

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
  • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
  • 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
  • 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
  • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
• Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
  • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
• Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
• Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
• Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
• Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays
• Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Survivor Benefits through BART
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

Closing Date/Time: 8/29/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$165,374.00 - $250,542.00 Annually