Green Mountain Transit (GMT) is seeking a highly qualified General Manager for its urban and rural transportation operation in northwestern and central Vermont. The mission of GMT is to promote and operate safe, convenient, accessible, innovative, and sustainable public transportation services that reduce congestion and pollution, encourage transit-oriented development, and enhance the quality of life for all.
GMT, headquartered in Burlington, VT, was chartered in 1973 by the Vermont General Assembly. GMT serves the communities of Burlington, Essex, South Burlington, Shelburne, Williston, Winooski, Milton, and Hinesburg, as well as Washington, Franklin, Lamoille, and Grand Isle Counties and parts of Orange County. GMT also operates LINK Express routes that serve Montpelier and St. Albans commuters. GMT is considered a municipality and is the first and only transit authority in the State of Vermont.
In 2022, GMT will have approximately 2 million boardings and over 2.5 million miles traveled using 117 urban and rural revenue vehicles. The FY23 operating budget was slightly over $24 million with a capital budget of over $8 million. The organization currently has approximately 180 full time employees.
The successful candidate will have the following skills and experiences:
- An ability to be a critical analyst, creative thinker, and imaginative problem solver; in addition to encouraging and empowering employees to find new and better ways to get work done, while applying, maintaining, and respecting the regulatory framework that guides the delivery of public transit.
- Be a positive and flexible team builder who is committed to the well-being of staff by working with staff to identify organizational needs and find solutions which meet those challenges for the entire organization.
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering, management, public administration, planning or a related field from an accredited college or university. 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal and/or transit plant operations and 5 to 7 years supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Assistant Director experience in a larger transit system or any combination of education and experience that will demonstrate the ability to perform the work will also be considered.
The anticipated hiring salary range for the position is $125,000-160,000 with a generous benefit package.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply with a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least five (5) professional references.
- Apply online here
- Apply via email: GMRecruitment@RideGMT.com
Job Description
Description and Essential Functions:
Serves as Green Mountain Transit’s (GMT’s) chief executive officer.
- Forwards the mission of GMT by carrying out all policies and directives established by the Board of Commissioners
- Responsible for assisting the Board in developing and meeting their goals and objectives, including facilitating organizational support of Board committee work
- Engages in strategic planning in conjunction with the Board and implementation of such plan
- Responsible for fostering a high-performance and professional culture throughout the organization
- Responsible for organizational management and structure
- Supervises, evaluates, and directs all members of the Senior Management team
- Develops and manages GMT’s annual budget in conjunction with the Director of Finance, the Finance Committee, and related staff
- Works with senior staff to manage all risk management functions within the organization.
- Responsible for managing legal issues affecting the Authority.
- Primary responsibility for relationships with member communities and state and local and federal partners.
- Models inclusive and collaborative style of management
- Manages communications and public affairs
- Manages labor relations productively and collaboratively
- Promotes and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce
Other Duties:
- Recommends and implements organizational changes
- Recommends policy changes
- Oversees independent contractors
- Other duties as required Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications: A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience is required. Transit experience preferred. Must have five (5) years of management experience, including working with a Board. Must possess excellent financial management, leadership, analytical, organizational, public speaking, and internal and external communication skills.
Work Conditions: Operates in a professional office environment; and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Frequent computer use and sitting are required. Requires long hours, and evening and occasional weekend work. Requires up to 50% travel, frequently within the five-county service area and occasional out of state travel. Must be able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
FLSA Status: Exempt
GMT is committed to providing a workplace that includes people of diverse backgrounds and fully utilizes their talents to achieve its mission. GMT believes that an inclusive and diverse workplace culture enhances the performance of our organization and our ability to fulfill the agency’s mission.
GMT is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. In addition to federal law requirements, GMT complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
About GMT
GMT is currently governed by a 13-member Board of Commissioners, with two commissioners representing Burlington and one commissioner representing each of the following: South Burlington, Winooski, Essex, Shelburne, Williston, Milton, Hinesburg, Washington County, Lamoille County, Franklin County, and Grand Isle County. Each Chittenden County commissioner is appointed to the GMT Board by the commissioner’s municipality. Commissioners representing Washington, Franklin, Lamoille and Grand Isle Counties are appointed by the Regional Planning Commission in that county. Board seats are held for a 3-year term. Commissioners set Board goals annually.These long-term goals guide the General Manager of GMT and the priorities of the Authority for that Fiscal Year.
The GMT Board has five standing committees: Leadership; Finance; Strategy; Operations; and Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI).
About the Area
Located in Northwestern and Central Vermont, Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, and Washington Counties collectively have an estimated population of over 300,000 residents and land area of 2400 square miles. The Green Mountains run the entire length of Vermont and are part of the Appalachian Mountains that stretches from Canada to northern Alabama in the United States. Burlington, Montpelier, Waterbury and St. Albans are the larger areas served by GMT. The area is consistently listed in many publications as the “Top places to see Fall Foliage”.
Burlington is Vermont’s largest city. It is beautiful and home to a thriving arts scene, creative entrepreneurship, great shopping, three colleges and a university, and a full range of four–season outdoor pursuits. This friendly city consistently earns national awards. Festivals are held all year long with events like New Year’s First Night Celebration and the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival attracting visitors from throughout the northeast. The city harbors great museums and galleries too. The waterfront offers ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center to learn about the history and ecology of Lake Champlain. Nearby Pine Street and downtown are full of contemporary galleries, and the University of Vermont’s eclectic Fleming Museum.
Montpelier is the nation’s smallest state capital. Montpelier is located in a remarkable valley along the Winooski River. Montpelier’s intimate size, historic neighborhoods and diverse community make it a wonderful city to visit, live, and do business. The Waterbury–Montpelier Region is also known for its many institutions of higher learning, its historic and architectural riches, and its world class ski resorts.
Waterbury is the home of the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory. The area is home to many retail shops including Lake Champlain Chocolates, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. Waterbury serves as a launch point for recreational and cultural adventures along the Green Mountain Byway. The entire Waterbury–Montpelier Region is rich in Vermont quality and tradition.
St. Albans is the county seat of Franklin County and is the Islands & Farms region of Vermont. The City of St. Albans is only 15 miles from Vermont’s border with Quebec and is the northern terminus of the “Vermonter” Amtrak route. St. Albans, known as the “Maple Syrup Capital of the World,” is home to the Vermont Maple Festival.