This position is a strategic partner in the direction and leadership of the Metropolitan Transit Authority’s (METRO) executive departments and management team. Responsible for overall activities related to operating a reliable and safe delivery of METRO’s public transit service. Ensures that METRO’s fleet is consistently and increasingly safe, dependable, and clean through the development of appropriate programs and procedures.  Creates and prepares business plans, related budgets, directs, administers and coordinates departmental programs, projects and activities.  Coordinates the efforts of their executives and works with them to develop current and future objectives and policies that result in achieving METRO’s goals.  Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance wit