Section Manager II- Maintenance Resource Management - Orange County Transportation Authority

Why OCTA:

Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.

OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.

We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. 

Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.

Overview:

Under general guidance assists in managing the Maintenance Resources Management section consisting of Fleet Management and analysis, Maintenance payroll and attendance, fuel data systems, Maintenance workforce and requisition control, and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) administration.  Responsible for maintenance planning and forecasting, budget administration, contracts administration, and preventive maintenance scheduling.

This is an exempt position in Salary Grade 220: Min $110,178 - Mid $132,214 - Max $154,250 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.

This posting will remain open until filled. 

This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.

Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.

• Administers the day-to-day activities of the department’s function; provides direction to the staff, resolving employee problems and preparing administrative reports.
• Inspects the work in process and reviews completed work for quality control; makes decisions to approve work.
• Oversees the Maintenance Department payroll and attendance functions. Coordinates related procedures between operating bases. Ensures compliance between Authority and Collective Bargaining Agreement policies and provisions.
• Coordinates fleet assignments and vehicle movement. Directs the use of the contingency fleet and tracks usage.  Oversees the preparation of technical specifications for non-revenue vehicle procurement and material/service contracts.
• Oversees and ensures appropriate procurement practices and policies are adhered to by staff. Ensures that effective communication and dialogue is maintained between agency departments and procurement staff.  Plans and conducts procurement quality assurance reviews and implements changes as appropriate. Reviews contracts for conformance and compliance with CAMM.
• Oversees computer application training sessions and conducts periodic training classes on EAM system.  Responds to user problems and questions concerning computer systems.  

Develops Others: Provides on-going feedback in a helpful manner to develop skills and talents of others.

• Supervises the performance and development of staff.  Participates in recruitment, career path development and coaching, the performance evaluation process, and the development of individual performance plans.

Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.

• Leads fleet reporting to Federal and State agencies. Monitors current and future technologies to meet Federal and State requirements.  Plans and implements to Authority’s policies on fleet dispositions.
• Analyzes base operating practices such as computer data input, record-keeping systems and forms control to determine maximum efficiency levels. Audits performance standards to create or revise performance benchmarks as needed. Audits data input for quality assurance.  Assists in resolving electronic transactions to identify proper disposition.
• Prepares database or spreadsheet presentations for management analysis or review. Delivers presentations to management groups using verbal and audio-visual skills.

Works in a Collaborative Manner with Others: Works in a collaborative manner with others, helps resolve unproductive conflict.

• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field and a minimum of five years related experience, three years of previous management experience preferred. Previous Maintenance experience is desired.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities:

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Positions in this class typically require:

• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.

Special Qualification:

• Valid California Class C Driver License.

Compensation and Benefits:

OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.

 OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status.