Most Loved Workplace® Certified Job

General Manager (Public Transit)

Most Loved Workplace® Certified Job

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California

Full-time

About the Role

At RATP Dev USA, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Transportation/Trucking/Railroad space, Moving communities forward through reliable, innovative transit solutions across North America.

People are at the heart of our business. We lead by example in promoting and ensuring we maintain a strong safety culture, where strict adherence to risk mitigation and safety/security protocols of our employees, passengers, clients, and communities is critical. We are looking for a magnanimous leaders who will leverage their experience to develop and execute strategies to attain the desired outcomes. We seek a a leader who can gain buy in, has vision, can impart their knowledge, and motivate their teams to excellence. We can hire experience; however, someone with vision coupled with experience is impactful! This posting is for future openings and new opportunities for General Managers in California. Salary ranges will vary from $100,000-$170,000/year based on contract size, location, and experience level. Critical components: A highly conscientious leader who: Promotes a diverse and inclusive, positive, respectful, and healthy work environment. Prioritizes employee engagement and retention strategies. Offers professional, personal and technical development to include continuous learning and mentoring opportunities. Partners with Safety, Risk and Continuous Improvement to implement process improvements to ensure compliance and drive excellence in all aspects of our operations. Execution of client’s service planning. Works with client to improve scheduling/blocking and recommends real-time scheduling adjustments based on service demands and/or disruptions. Develops and accounts for an annual operating and capital budget; monitors and ensures compliance of monthly and annual financial targets. Uses operational performance indicators to influence financial results daily. Develops and maintains effective working relations with teams, colleagues, the union, the public, medical and governmental agencies, elected officials and board of trustees. Provides oversight, direction and coordination of staff in the provision of cost effective, efficient and reliable transit services within available and financial resources. Provides input and feedback to the board on the development of policies and external factors which have a direct impact on the achievement of specific goals and objectives.

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Requirements

At least 10 years of experience (Professional)
High school diploma, A levels, GED, GCSE
A bachelor’s degree with major course work in business, transportation, or public administration and five (5) years of job related managerial or comparable administrative experience preferably in a public transit agency; or substituting an advanced master’s degree in a job-related curriculum for one (1) year of desired experience.
Drug test and pre-employment physical is required.
Subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
Clear understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA, union contracts), working with unions, labor negotiations/contracts, and grievance procedures.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business)
Medical/dental/vision
401(k)
Paid holiday/vacation
Leadership Development
Mentorship & Coaching
Safety, Security, & Compliance Training
Technical and Soft Skill Training

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Why This Is a Most Loved Workplace® Certified Job

What It's Like to Work Here

Heart Genuine Care for People

Zap Continuous Learning and Growth

Users Collaborative Team Spirit

Target Purpose-Driven Mission

Shield Safety and Reliability Culture

Certified for: Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces®, Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026, Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2021, Most Loved Workplace® for Career Advancement 2025, Most Loved Workplace® for CEO 2025, Most Loved Workplace® for Mental Health 2025, Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® 2025, Most Loved Workplace® Certified 2025

Frequently Asked Questions About Working at RATP Dev USA

Common questions candidates ask about this role and RATP Dev USA's workplace

RATP Dev USA's longstanding presence and track record in the U.S. transportation industry offer numerous benefits for our new employees. With over fifty years of experience working with partner agencies, we have developed a deep understanding of the industry and the operational intricacies involved. This expertise translates into comprehensive training programs, ongoing support, and a wealth of resources available to our employees. By being part of a well-established company like RATP Dev USA, our new employees can feel confident that they are joining a team with a proven track record of success, where their skills and contributions will be valued and supported in a stable and dynamic work environment. RATP Dev USA is a subsidiary of the RATP Dev. We design, operate, and maintain public transit networks of automated metros, bus, tramway and other modes people use everyday to go to work, to go to school, to go places, to connect with friends and family. With 21,000 employees in 16 countries and over 100 subsidiaries, we are committed with passion, determination, boldness, and transparency to ensuring the daily transportation of passengers, connecting communities, promoting useful and meaningful innovation, and contributing responsibly to economic and social development. Because public transit makes sense for the planet, communities, regions, and everyday life, we dedicate every day to better city living.

Please review the specific job listing or contact RATP Dev USA's recruiting team for details on remote or hybrid work options for this role.

Salary information may vary by role and location. Please check the specific job listing or discuss compensation during the interview process.

RATP Dev USA is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Work-Life Balance, Professional Development, Workplace Culture, Compensation, Community & Sustainability. For this role specifically, benefits include: Competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), Paid holiday/vacation, Leadership Development, Mentorship & Coaching, Safety, Security, & Compliance Training, Technical and Soft Skill Training. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Genuine Care for People and Continuous Learning and Growth and Collaborative Team Spirit.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: Safety First, Always and Employee Growth and Empowerment.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026.

RATP Dev USA currently has 2 open positions. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/ratp-dev-usa/jobs.

The interview process typically involves an initial recruiter screen followed by team interviews. Please contact RATP Dev USA's recruiting team for specific details on this role's process.