Metro Transit’s Rail Division is hiring a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Rail Operations Chief, working at the Link Control Center (LCC). This leadership position plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of light rail transit services and the day-to-day coordination, direction and supervision of personnel and equipment of the Link Control Center.
The ideal candidate will be current on their LCC Qualification. They will be able to communicate effectively with a diverse employee work group, proactively solve problems that impact service delivery, encourage a safety culture while inspiring high standards of customer service excellence, and motivate employees through building respect and trust. The Rail Operations Chief will promote teamwork, resolve conflicts that arise, and promote a collaborative environment.
We are only accepting applications from current KC employees who have passed their initial probation period. We will fill one Special Duty Assignment estimated to last 6 months, and it may be extended. This recruitment may be used to fill future Special Duty Assignments in this specific role.
Application and Selection Process
- Submit a Letter of Interest. Please make sure your letter of interest demonstrates how you meet or exceed the minimum/desired qualifications posted, and tell us why you are interested in this LCC Chief SDA.
- Answer the supplemental questions online at: www.kingcounty.gov/jobs.
Please note: This position is considered safety sensitive. Applicants for these positions are required to undergo a physical and drug testing prior to employment and after commencement of employment, will be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal DOT alcohol and controlled substance testing program protocols.
Work Schedule and Location
This position has on-call responsibilities (24/7) and must respond to emergency situations as needed. Base location for LCC is 3407 Airport Way S, Seattle WA 98134, and the backup LCC at 1263 6th Ave S., Seattle, WA 98134. We anticipate this SDA LCC Chief will primarily work the graveyard shift and must be able to fill in for other shifts at the LCC as needed (day or swing). This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.
King County Metro Transit's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link light rail service and City of Seattle’s streetcar system. Link light rail currently spans a 33-mile route from SeaTac to Lynnwood and a 6.6-mile route from Redmond to South Bellevue. By the end of 2026, light rail is projected to expand to nearly 60 route miles, adding seven new stations. Additional expansions to the Link system will be coming online for years to come.
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