Amtrak is hiring: AVP Host Railroads - 90212992 - Philadelphia / Washington DC /

AVP Host Railroads - 90212992 - Philadelphia / Washington DC / New York / Chicago Your success is a train ride away! As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. Job Summary The AVP Host Railroads is responsible for commercial relations with Amtrak’s host railroads and for developing strategy for securing access to and improving performance by host railroads. This critical function supports the 70% of Amtrak’s train miles which operate on tracks owned by “host” railroads other than Amtrak. Negotiates and manages Amtrak’s Operating Agreements with host railroads nationwide and with freight railroad users of Amtrak-owned tracks. Essential Functions Develop and communicate strategic direction for host railroad relations with both senior Amtrak management and Amtrak staff. Develop and implement Amtrak policies and tactics in the context of Amtrak’s host railroad agreements, freight and commuter rail host needs, the Rail Passenger Service Act, arbitration and litigation facts and decisions, Congressional mandates, state funding partnerships, and Surface Transportation Board workings and awards. Advance the expansion of Amtrak’s route network by formulating and executing strategies to secure access to host railroads. Collaborate with multiple Amtrak departments and functions including Service Delivery & Operations, Network Development, Service Planning, Service Lines, Law, Government Affairs, Capital Delivery, Real Estate, and Finance. Negotiate major Amtrak Operating Agreements with host railroads nationwide; supervise staff negotiation of smaller agreements. Direct the creation of operating and capital investment initiatives on host railroads, and estimation of their costs and impacts. Develop a collaborative leadership team that is committed to ensuring the success of employees in order to serve customers and other key stakeholders at a high level. Proactively and regularly communicate business strategy and performance to employees while effectively engaging them in the vision of the business. Identify successors for key leadership roles and ensure robust development plans are in place and actively executed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 20+ years of relevant experience required. Advanced knowledge of railroad operations. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in Transportation or in a related field. Experience working for, or with, host railroads. Familiarity or experience with host railroad operations and economics. Advanced analytical capabilities, bolstered by a thorough understanding of Amtrak rail operations. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Strategic analysis capability and ability to formulate, synthesize and communicate strategy. Advanced negotiation skills; ability to develop, plan, and achieve objectives while preserving relationships. Demonstrated ability to use persuasion and leverage to achieve Amtrak objectives in conjunction with host railroads over which this position has no direct authority, within time and budget constraints. Expert leadership and management skills with demonstrated ability to motivate others; expert writing, presentation, meeting, and interview facilitation skills; interpersonal communication; time management; and conflict resolution and investigation skills. Expert business and financial acumen. Advanced ability to write and interpret contracts, apply their provisions uniformly in a variety of circumstances, and resolve disputes equitably while maintaining good relationships with all host railroads and within Amtrak. Benefits The salary/minimum range is $215,000 – $302,400. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; backup care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Work Arrangement: 06-Onsite 4/5 Days. Relocation Offered: No. Travel Requirements: Up to 25%. Requisition ID: 165661. Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, medical condition, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr