POSITION POSTED UNTIL A VIABLE POOL OF CANDIDATES HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED
EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Adult Education, Instructional Design, Human Resources, Engineering Technology
or a related field and a minimum of four years developing and conducting technical training programs. In
lieu of a bachelor’s degree, completion of a Technical Military “A” School or Vocational Technical
Training program accompanied by directly related work experience as an instructor or instructional
designer in a technical training program may be substituted on a year for year basis. Ability to
troubleshoot electronic circuits. Must have the ability to correctly use and explain the use of a multimeter,
oscilloscope, micrometer, wheel gage, and other tools associated with railcar maintenance. Must
have a general knowledge of railcar maintenance, operations and repair. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, ten
years of experience, preferably in a transit related field, as an instructor/instructional designer with
supervisory responsibilities may be substituted. Must have demonstrated advanced computer skills in all
primary departmental software platforms.
INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments
SUMMARY
Supervises and directs the activities of a group of rail transportation and rail maintenance training
instructional teams. Recommends and develops performance improvement systems, techniques and
training curricula for rail operators, rail supervisors, and rail car maintenance personnel. Develops and
delivers advanced technical training to Authority employees. Provides technical consulting services to
Rail operational groups to enhance employee job performance. Advances Technical Training through
involvement in professional organizations. Compiles all training effectiveness data for areas of
responsibilities. Assists Manager of Technical Training in establishing and implementing action plans
supporting Authority and departmental strategic goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supervises the activities of instructional teams.
2. Designs, develops, or acquires training programs and materials for conducting classroom and on-the job
simulations, maintenance and/or operations training related to rail operations.
3. Provides consulting to management to define instructional needs for accomplishment of developmental
objectives.
4. Evaluates subordinate instructors’ performance. Develops appropriate documentation and reporting
mechanisms to measure performance.
5. Assists Training Manager in the development of operating and/or capital budget and tracking.
6. Organizes activities and related work to meet established branch objectives and priorities in support of
overall division/organization goals.
7. Keeps abreast of the latest performance improvement technologies and maintains complete and
accurate records, documents, and other technical reports to aid in establishing acceptable process
requirements.
8. May conduct training programs for maintenance personnel, rail operators, line supervisors, railcar
maintainers, locomotive operators, and contract personnel.
9. Performs various administrative functions in support of Division and Office goals and objectives.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Wayside Access Certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Safety Sensitive
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Salary Grade -19
Classification -non-represented
Number of Openings -1
Salary Range -$65,641 Min- $98,462. Max