Metro/Light Rail OCC Controller

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
Metro/Light Rail Operations Control Center Controller (DOT Non-Exempt – 7465)
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Open to all qualified applicants
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Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits?
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. The MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) is recruiting for Metro/Light Rail Controllers. Metro/Light Rail Controllers are responsible for directing and coordinating rail transportation units of the MTA. This position monitors metro or light rail operators and assigned equipment and personnel to effectively utilize these services and operations in accordance with all established policies and procedures. Metro/Light Rail Controllers work shifts including weekends and holidays and are assigned to work one of three shifts in a 24-hour 7 day a week operation. When staffing issues arise or in emergency situations, control room personnel are required to work extended hours.
Incumbents also initiate appropriate action to correct service problems, when and where necessary.

Employees receive managerial supervision from Managers or other designated officials. Work is performed primarily in Operations Control Center as assigned.

The resulting eligibility list will be used to fill vacancies in the Metro and/or Light Rail Operations Control Center (OCC).
This position is located in Baltimore City, Maryland.
Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience:
Five years of experience in a transit system and/or transportation operation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Five years of experience in a transit system and/or transportation operation.



SUBSTITUTION INFORMATION:
1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Transportation, Business Administration, Management or a related field may be substituted for the experience at a rate of thirty credit hours for each year of the required experience, for up to two years of the experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

If you held more than one (1) position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Employees are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to maintain a
reliable communication link for the purpose of emergency call back requirements.

2. Employees are required to work shifts, evenings, holidays, and weekends.

3. Employees are required to travel to various locations throughout the MTA service
area.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in
accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 49- Federal Department of
Transportation Drug Alcohol Testing Protocols and Federal Transit Administration Alcohol
Testing Rules.
Licenses & Certifications
Employees in this classification are assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Additional Information
TO APPLY:
You must complete a **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (MDOT) application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.

If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.

NOTE:
Applications not completely filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks.

Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at ****. Please make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.

For general questions, please ****.

Applicants with degrees granted outside of the United States will be required to provide a written evaluation of education documentation by a credentialing organization such as: International Credential Evaluation (WES), ****

The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

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The MDOT MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDOT MTA Does Not Discriminate Based On: Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex or Sexual Orientation.


Issue Date: 3/15/22
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*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.
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