Transportation District Superintendent ( DDOT )
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Transportation District Superintendent ( DDOT )
Salary
$53,854.00 - $69,941.00 Annually
Location
Michigan, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
20251351348DDOTtf
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
DDOT Vehicle Operation
Opening Date
06/26/2025
Bargaining Unit
9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Transportation District Superintendent
Under general direction, This position is responsible for the operation of a transportation terminal and for service on all transportation lines operating from that terminal.
Examples of Duties
Supervises the transportation terminal and operation activities in an assigned district.
Drives or rides over routes.
Checks with service inspectors and observes loads on transportation equipment.
Performs counts and studies of the amount of traffic carried on transportation equipment.
Determines needs for changes in service.
Prepares requisitions for new or revised schedules.
Assigns terminal and inspectional personnel and checks their work.
Ensures that equipment and operating personnel are assigned.
Handles the more difficult disciplinary measures, checks accident, rule violations, or operation reports to determine proper action.
Interviews offenders, determines penalties, or prepares charges for the Board of Review.
Stays abreast of physical condition of routes and mechanical condition of equipment and profitable operation of lines.
Correspondence in reply to complaints.
Prepares reports.
Interprets departmental policies for employees.
Maintains close check on operating expenses and arranges divisional expenditures so as to remain within budgetary allotments.
Investigates and reports on accidents.
Directs the transportation of crowds at special events, such as football or baseball games.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or GED. Successful completion of some college level coursework in business administration or a transportation related field preferred.
Five (5) years' of experience in a variety of operational supervisory capacities in a large public transportation system.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.
Supplemental Information
Licensing and Certifications
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:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of urban transportation principles and practices.
Skill in effective oral and written communication.
Skill in supervising and directing the work of others.
Skill in preparing reports.
Skill in observation.
Ability to coordinate and prepare schedules and to determine the effect of changes in traffic on schedule requirements.
Ability to manage and direct terminal activities.
Ability to use tact in dealing with subordinates, other departmental employees, and the general public.
Ability to utilize initiative and resourcefulness in handling personnel and operating problems.
Physical Demands
The employee generally engages in light to strenuous physical activity which may include operating machinery, motor vehicles, heavy equipment, and using tools for an extended period of time. The employee is expected to move about and ascend/descend (e.g. stairs, ladders, trees etc.) to accomplish tasks. The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to fifty (50) pounds.
Work Environment
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to conditions which may include fumes, extreme heat and cold, wetness, loud noise, dust, inclement weather and hazardous chemicals. Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions. Work requires field inspections, investigations and services that involve exposure to seasonal weather conditions, and the operation of auto vehicles.
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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What is the highest level of education you have completed related to building construction or trades work?
No high school diploma or GED
High school diploma or GED
High school trade or vocational program with courses in building construction
Associate degree or higher in a related field
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This position requires the following minimum qualifications: - Graduation from a high school trade or vocational program with courses in building construction - At least three (3) years of experience in general building maintenance work Please explain how you meet both of these requirements. Be sure to include the name of the program or school you attended, the type of coursework completed, and a brief summary of your relevant maintenance experience.
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This position requires familiarity with multiple trades, including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and masonry. Tell us about a project where you had to apply skills from more than one trade. How did you manage the coordination and execution?
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Describe a time when you were responsible for leading a team to complete a complex building maintenance project. What w
