Transit Program Manager
Loudoun County
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Posted: October 7, 2025 (100 days ago)
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Transit Operations Manager
Loudoun County
General Services
Location
Leesburg, Virginia, 20175
Salary
$70,306.53 - $123,036.43
per year
Type
Full Time
More Management & Supervision jobs →Closes
Not specified
Job Description
Summary
This job involves overseeing the daily operations of Loudoun County's public transit system, including monitoring bus services, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of facilities, and checking compliance with contracts and regulations.
The role requires hands-on fieldwork like inspecting bus stops and routes to keep everything running smoothly.
It's a great fit for someone with experience in transportation who enjoys problem-solving and staying active in the field.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning or a related field
- Three (3) years of related work experience in planning or public transportation, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of public transit operations and state/federal regulations
- Ability to research, prepare reports, analyze problems, and take effective action
- Ability to manage contracts and oversee contractor performance
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks (criminal, credit, DMV)
Full Job Description
Requirements
This primarily field-based position is responsible for monitoring the performance of the County’s contracted transit services and maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of public transit operations, and related state and federal regulations pertaining to public transit systems; ability to research and prepare reports; ability to analyze problems and situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action; and the ability to manage contracts.
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Managing daily transit operations – physically monitoring morning and afternoon pull outs from the yard, observing and reporting the condition of bus stops, bus shelters and Park and Ride lots, cleanliness of buses, and ensuring facility compliance with Federal Transit Administration facility standards.
• Monitoring appearance of buses, coordinating upkeep and maintenance of the Park and Ride lots.
• Monitoring the functionality of Real-Time Information Systems and fare boxes.
• Monitoring on-time performance of all commuter bus, local fixed routes, and paratransit services.
• Contract compliance and performance oversight.
Hiring salary commensurate with experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning or a related field; three (3) years of related work\experience in planning or public transportation; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional Information
Will be required to work in an outdoor environment and/or operate a vehicle in various types of weather. This position requires flexibility to be periodically present during early morning hours, evenings, and weekend days to monitor transit operations. This position is considered “essential.”
This position is eligible for teleworking 1-2 days per week.
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