RIVER FERRY OPERATIONS MANAGER 56063

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This position is the second class in the River Ferry Operations Management series for positions which oversee a state inland waterway toll river ferry system. Positions in this class manage a state inland waterway toll ferry system including vessel operations and administrative activities; ferry operations, crew scheduling, vessel schedules, coordination of activities with U.S. Coast Guard for inspection and other requirements, personnel activities, administration, and fiscal activities from the tolls collected. This class is distinguished from the River Ferry Shift Supervisor by the latter's responsibility for supervising dock activities during an assigned shift.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of unusual difficulty as the chief administrator in the overall management of the ferry systems operations. Supervises crew scheduling, vessel scheduling, and fiscal operations from tolls collected; performs personnel administration activities including licensing and other training; coordinates with U.S. Coast Guard for all vessel licensing and inspection requirements; supervises dock operations and traffic control; recommends maintenance of vessels, dock and facilities.

Supervision Given: Positions in this class provide direction to vessel crews including River Ferry Captains and Shift Supervisors.

Supervision Received: Receives direction from the Transportation Assistant Resident Engineer or Transportation Resident Engineer.

Scope: Positions in this class manage a complete state inland waterway toll river ferry system and related operations.

Impact of Actions: Decisions influence the ability of subordinates to effectively and efficiently perform their jobs. Work has considerable impact on ferry operations because of the necessity to meet schedules and to assure the equipment is running and that the operations are safe. Delays and operational problems cause hardship to commuter traffic which depends on the ferry system daily. Errors may jeopardize the safety of vessel crews and passengers, as well as the entire river ferry program.

Personal Contacts: Daily internal contacts with agency staff and frequent external contacts with U.S. Coast Guard personnel regarding normal management activities, and with the public to answer questions or resolve complaints.

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of vessel operations; marine engineering; and U.S. Coast Guard and other regulations related to ferry boat systems.

Skills: None identified for this class.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to plan work activities and direct the maintenance and operation of a fleet of river ferry vessels; supervise staff; and work with a variety of groups or personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: None.

Education or Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent with training related to river ferry operations.

Level and Type of Experience: Considerable experience in administration of plans and programs related to ferry boat operations including U.S. Coast Guard and other governmental regulations.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class replaces the River Ferry Pilot B class. This revision is a result of an organization study conducted by the Virginia Department of Transportation, effective January 1991.