[Nfbf-l] Jacksonville, Florida Job Posting

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 From: president at nabv.org
To: REPCODDS at AOL.COM
Sent: 6/11/2012 8:20:52  P.M. Eastern Daylight Time
Subj: Jacksonville, Florida Job  Posting



See  Job Requirements Below. 
Dwight 
 
Dwight  D. Sayer 
President 
PO  Box 784957 
Winter  Garden, Fl  34778 
Phone  - (407) 877-8668 
president at nabv.org 
 
From:  joannhutchinson at gmail.com [mailto:joannhutchinson at gmail.com] On 
Behalf Of  Joann Hutchinson
Sent: Monday, June 11, 2012 6:55  PM
To: undisclosed-recipients:
Subject: Jacksonville,  Florida Job Posting
 
 
 
 

SUPERINTENDENT OF PARATRANSIT  SERVICES 
This position is responsible for the overall operation of  Paratransit 
Services and Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) functions,  including 
management of contracted paratransit services, state, local and  federal 
regulatory compliance and paratransit eligibility processes and  procedures.  
Participates in the research, development and implementation  of service 
programs for people with disabilities.  
EXAMPLES OF WORK (not intended to be all  inclusive): 
·         Manages and coordinates the activities of staff engaged in the  
administration of paratransit services, including contract compliance, fiscal 
 accountability, adherence to funding source requirements, quality 
assurance,  program safety, vehicle and equipment, eligibility determinations, 
travel  training, complaint investigation, and state and federal regulatory  
compliance. 
·         Develops and implements policies, procedures and practices 
regarding  transportation services for people with disabilities. 
·         Develops contract specifications and Requests for Proposals 
(RFPs) for  the provision of paratransit service and functional assessments 
related to  paratransit eligibility. 
·        Works  collaboratively with mobility-impaired individuals and 
representative  organizations to identify accessibility needs and develop  
solutions. 
·         Develops community partnerships and represents the JTA at 
advisory  committee, Local Coordinating Board, Commission for Transportation  
Disadvantaged, advocacy and community based service organizations at both the  
local and state levels. 
·         Arranges and delivers presentations for stakeholder, 
inter-agency, and  public meetings. 
·         Prepares and presents materials to the JTA Board. 
·         Manages the development and delivery of service-user orientations 
and  in-service training regarding accessibility policies and  procedures. 
·         Coordinates with other JTA departments on accessibility 
activities,  including the acquisition and operation of special equipment and 
services to  increase the mobility options of people with disabilities. 
·         Performs detailed analysis of transit services for people with  
disabilities. 
·         Develops and administers Paratransit (Connexion) budget. 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 
·         Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Americans with 
Disabilities  Act of 1990 (ADA). 
·         Thorough knowledge and understanding of Florida Chapter 14-90 
Equipment  and Operational Safety Standards. 
·         Thorough knowledge  and understanding of Federal Transit 
Administration (FTA) National Rural  Transit Assistance Program (RTAP) requirements.
·         Ability to travel to required to off-site and out-of-town 
locations at  least 60%. 
·         Understanding of budget processes in the public sector, including 
grant  writing and administration. 
·         Thorough knowledge of all transit-related federal and state rules 
and  regulations. 
·         Experience negotiating paratransit contracts  
·         Proficient in public sector service contract development and  
administration. 
·        Must  have strong interpersonal and excellent oral and written 
communication skills.   
·         Demonstrated presentation skills to make presentations and 
conduct  public meetings. 
·         Familiar with principles and methods of public transit, including 
fixed  route bus, light rail, and demand response service. 
·         Familiar with paratransit scheduling software, including 
automated  routing,  run cutting, trip booking, automated scheduling, and  
eligibility, funding, and billing management reporting capabilities.   
·         Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make recommendations  
accordingly. 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or  university.  A minimum of 
seven years experience in public transportation  and/or service contract 
negotiation/management, including progressively  responsible managerial 
experience. Previous experience in providing services  to people with disabilities 
is also required.  Experience working with  collective bargaining units. 
Thanks! 
Phillip L.  Rawls 
HR  Employee and Benefits Coordinator 
Jacksonville  Transportation Authority 
100 N.  Myrtle Avenue 
Jacksonville,  FL  32203 
_904.633.8544_ (tel:904.633.8544)   Phone 
_904.633.8542_ (tel:904.633.8542)   Fax 
We are  JTA, an independent state agency committed to providing effective 
and  efficient transportation solutions for our growing region through roads 
and  public transit options. 
Part  of your day. Part of your community. Part of your  life. 






-- 
Jo  Ann Hutchinson
UWR Coordination Ambassador-Region 4
National Resource  Center for Human      
Service Transportation  Coordination
Community Transportation Association    
of America
Email:  _hutchinson at ctaa.org_ (mailto:hutchinson at ctaa.org) 
Web:  _www.ctaa.org/nrc/region4_ (http://www.ctaa.org/nrc/region4)     
Web:  _www.nrctransportation.org_ (http://www.nrctransportation.org/)  
Phone: 1.800.891.0590, Ext.  730
Fax:      1.850.627-7664




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