VP, Field Operations
Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at New York City Transit Job Information
Title: VP, Field Operations First Date of Posting: 08/27/25 Last
Date of Filing: 04/06/26 Authority: NYCT Department: Subways
Division Unit : Service Delivery Reports To: Senior Vice President
& Chief Officers , Service Delivery Location: Queens, New York
Hours of work: Various Compensation Min: $170,025 – Max: $233,166 /
Exec HAY 1578 Responsibilities The position of Chief Officer, Field
Operations is responsible for planning, directing, and controlling
field operations and administrative activities across Subdivisions
A, B, and C. This role communicates through the layers of
management, knowing when to escalate matters to Leadership and how
to communicate uncertainty. It establishes divisional goals,
translates Executive Leadership’s vision into innovative solutions,
and ensures workforce accountability by implementing process
improvement initiatives to enhance safety, proficiency, and
workforce availability. The Chief Officer allocates resources
effectively, balances stakeholder interests, and supports system
expansion, recovery, and resiliency efforts, as well as the Capital
Program and growing ridership. The position also spearheads new
initiatives affecting transit operations and safety, and ensures
thorough investigations of incidents, fostering a cooperative
labor/management environment. Education and Experience A bachelor’s
degree in Transportation Management, Business Management, Public
Administration or a related field; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience from an accredited college may be
considered in lieu of a degree Twelve (12) years of related
experience, of which eight (8) years must have been in a
managerial/supervisory capacity. Desired Skills Excellent thought
and strategic leadership skills. The ability to think creatively
and flexibly manage large stakeholder issues related to major
interdivisional projects. Strong business acumen and excellent
communication and presentation skills. Proven skills in managing
highly motivated staff and effectively providing oversight on a
vast suite of intersecting projects. Demonstrated experience in
project management and development. Proven ability to lead change
management efforts, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes,
technologies, and strategies. Selection Method Based on evaluation
of education, skills, experience, and interview. Other Information
As an employee of MTA-NYC Transit, you may be required to complete
an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New
York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this figure is
subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a
policy maker. How To Apply Qualified applicants can submit an
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Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are
Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran
status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages
qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and
abilities, including military service members, to apply.
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