Assistant Chief Officer, Track Engineering

Position at New York City Transit

Title: Assistant Chief Officer, Track Engineering

First Date of Posting: 4/28/2025

Last Date of Filing: Until Filled

Authority: TA

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: MOW Engineering

Reports to: Chief Engineering Officer

Work Location: 130 Livingston Street

Hours of Work: 8am-4pm

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: Min. $134,183 - Max. $184,013

Exec (Hay 1040)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for directing operating personnel who is responsible for providing Track Engineering design expertise and support services for the entire NYCT system. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing initiatives for the system-wide reconstruction and maintenance of 816 miles of track and 2,340 switches. This also includes the formation of the multi-year, million-dollar Track Capital Reconstruction Programs system-wide. The incumbent will develop and monitor complex automated inspection systems of rail and track geometry, track clearances, ultrasonic rail flaws and thermal imaging system wide. Responsible for developing and ensuring adherence to, track standards and specifications, engineering standards, and NYCT policies. Must be prepared to react or respond to emergencies and other critical occurrences as required on a 24/7 basis.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college in Civil Engineering or a satisfactory equivalent; and twelve (12) years' experience, of which eight (8) must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity, or satisfactory equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is Required.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Superior knowledge of track engineering design, standards, and specifications.
• Experience with computerized automated track inspection equipment is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.

OTHER INFORMATION

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all

employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial

Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the

"Commission")

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT 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