Senior Transportation Service Inspector
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Senior Transportation Service Inspector
Salary
$45,409.00 - $51,487.00 Annually
Location
100 Mack Avenue, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
202504351136DOTDJ2
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
DDOT Vehicle Operation
Opening Date
06/05/2025
Closing Date
6/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
1630-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 214 (DDOT Clerica
Description
Benefits
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Description
The City of Detroit's Department of Transportation (DDOT) is currently hiring Senior Transportation Service Inspector(s) for the DDOT Vehicle Operation Division.
Under general supervision, the Senior Transportation Service Inspector patrols assigned districts and observes that transportation service is operating on schedule; and makes necessary emergency adjustments to maintain adequate public transportation service.
Examples of Duties
Patrols in radio cars or on foot in assigned districts; or, patrols in radio cars or on foot in larger districts on the night shift.
Observes that departmental transportation units are operating on schedule.
Makes notes of unusually large groups of waiting passengers.
Observes variations in the numbers of passengers waiting for transportation at various times of the day.
Makes necessary adjustments in the service to meet changing needs.
Orders available extra coaches where the service is insufficient.
Reduces the number of coaches in order to prevent operation waste, as necessary.
Shortens the trips of coaches.
Holds over units to allow more even spacing or service.
Watches for defects in overhead construction and roadway.
Observes the condition of transportation equipment.
Notifies dispatcher of equipment breakdowns.
Goes to scene of all accidents involving transportation equipment in a district; and takes charge, gives aid, and reports results to superior and the Claims Division.
Reports employees who run ahead of or behind schedule.
Reports all service delays to superior.
Sees that all departmental rules and traffic laws are obeyed.
Reports to superior on the need for additional or reduced service in the district.
Observes that service is operating on schedule and adequately meets the transportation needs, at fixed points within a district for short periods of time.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications (required):
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
Interview: 70%
Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
INSURANCE
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
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Do you have one (1) year of inspection work within an urban transit system?
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Please describe what you do to ensure efficient time management and organization throughout your work day.
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What are some important requirements or highlights of an adequate public transportation service?
Required Question
Employer
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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