Full-Time
Rapid Transit Investigations Superintendent
Safety & Security
Posted on 8/29/2025
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates regional public transit network
Compensation Overview
$96.3k - $136.3k/yr
New York, NY, USA
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- Baccalaureate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree or a satisfactory equivalent
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible transportation experience
- Two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License
- Conduct rail incident and accident investigations that meet the criteria of the PTSB, FTA, and NTSB
- Investigate all New York City Transit (NYCT) Department of Subways (DOS) collisions, derailments, near-miss incidents, and serious employee injuries or fatalities, side door drags, as well as any high-profile incidents
- Conduct investigations and prepare comprehensive incident and accident reports covering all aspects of DOS activities
- Identify causal and contributing factors and recommend corrective actions to prevent future incidents or accidents
- Make timely notifications to the PTSB, FTA, and NTSB on criteria-based incidents and accidents on a 24/7, 365-day-per-year basis
- Provide technical advice on DOS-related matters and advise Senior Management on safety-related practices
- A bachelor’s degree in safety management or a related field
- Knowledge of NYCT rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Knowledge of investigative skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of safety practices and Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
- Understanding of NYC Transit Equipment, technical standards, operations, and organization is required
- Knowledge and understanding of accident/incident investigation technique policies and procedures
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities
MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1834
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $68 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan funds 2,390 new subway cars.
- Congestion pricing revenues accelerate signal upgrades and accessibility.
- Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.
What critics are saying
- $51 billion plan underfunds subway signals, causing delays in 6-12 months.
- Federal freeze withholds $3.5 billion over emissions in 12-18 months.
- TWU lawsuit triggers strike, halting operations in 6-12 months.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA serves 11 million daily passengers across 12 counties.
- MTA manages seven toll bridges and two tunnels daily.
- Janno Lieber leads modernization since January 2022 appointment.
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