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Assistant Deputy Director- Track Coordination

MTA • New York, NY • 8h ago

Job ID: 12817

Business Unit: Metro-North Railroad

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Chief Engineer

Date Posted: Aug 22, 2025

Description

Job Title: Assistant Deputy Director- Track Coordination

Department: Maintenance of Way

MTA Agency: Metro-North Railroad

Primary Location(s): New York, NY

Salary Range: $ 107,570 - $ 146,451

Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive / Non- DOT Regulated

Union Affiliation: Non-Agreement

Closing Date (if applicable): Until Filled

Shift (if applicable): Not Applicable

Title 55-a (yes or no): No t Applicable

Other: Not Telework eligible

JOB SUMMARY

Position is responsible for coordinating track outage requests from all Maintenance of Way (M of W) departments and contractors and presentation of the department's requests at weekly track usage meetings. Compile monthly look ahead schedules for all Track & Structures Department programs. Assist in generating Daily Train Operations Bulletin Orders and General Notices. Responsible for budgeting, updating, ordering and dissemination of M of W track charts which is used companywide for critical information regarding Metro-North's track structure, speeds, bridges, interlocking's, maintenance monitoring. Interface with Operations Control Center (OCC) representatives coordinating all outage requests.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate with Maintenance of Way (M of W) departments to ensure accurate and timely submission of track outage requests for presentation at weekly meetings. Review outages for conflicts with daily train operations and coordinate with contractor outages.

Coordinate each workday (M-F) that work on the daily/nightly/weekly track usage plan is requested and scheduled for the day. Organize the workplans from the various departments and ensure it is coordinated for the safe operation of trains. Includes the planning of all weekend work.

Ensure that Track Charts are current and accurate for yearly distribution to key personnel within Metro-North. Monitor redline Track Chart and update as work occurs annually.

Coordinate the utilization of outside vendors and schedule within existing track outages (Sperry, FRA geometry cars, GREX etc.)

Compile monthly look ahead schedules for all Track & Structures Department programs

Compile for review generating Daily Train Operations Bulletin Orders and General Notices for the Chiefs in the OCC

Create detailed maps utilizing AutoCAD/ GIS to aid work personnel, projects, contractors and MTA Construction and Design units to ensure efficiencies for project work and timelines.

Oversee and monitor slow order logs, speed restrictions, ride quality reports and update the FTA reports (A-20 & NTD reporting structure) and perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledgeable of overall railroad operations

Knowledgeable of switch and turnout repair, rehabilitation and construction

Knowledgeable of FRA regulations are relates to railroad procedures for maintenance of right-of-ways , track structures, etc

Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office

Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong coordination, planning and analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem identification and resolution skills with the ability to prioritize

Detail oriented

The following is/are preferred :

Knowledge of Metro-North's Operations Manual and T&S Department's MW4 Manual.

Must be proficient in use of Autocad

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials may be considered in lieu of degree to include an additional 4 years related experience.

Minimum 5 years of Operational Administrative experience preferably in a supervisory role.

The following is/are preferred :

Familiar with Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

BENEFITS

Commuter Assistance - based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA's jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)

Low Premium - High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)

Pension Plans and Retirement Savings Accounts for eligible employees

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.

Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees

Employee Assistance Programs

MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs

Work Life Services team

Employee Resource Groups

Managerial Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION

This is not a policy maker position. 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").

Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company's discretion.

This position requires a driver's license. Employees driving company vehicles will be subject to License Monitoring and must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

Current employee applicants should be in their current position 12 months prior to starting a new role and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record.

Safety Sensitive/ Non DOT - Regulated

Not T elework e ligible

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ADA DISCLAIMER

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

If you seek a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability, or for a religious practice or observance, to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.

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