Transit Supervisor (Part-Time)

Transit Supervisor

Step into a leadership role that keeps the City of Simi Valley moving! As a Transit Supervisor, you'll guide daily fixed-route and paratransit operations, support a dedicated team of Transit Coach Operators, and ensure our community receives safe, reliable, and ADA-compliant transportation services. This is your opportunity to make a real impact—shaping service quality, solving operational challenges, and helping deliver the essential mobility that residents depend on every day.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Salary range: $36.49 - $46.69 with Excellent Benefits
• 3% Cost of Living adjustment increase effective 7/13/26
• Regular, Part-Time position - 30 hours/week
• Must be willing to work varied hours, including weekends, holidays, and/or evenings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in business administration, transportation planning or a related field.

Experience:

• Three years of increasingly responsible transportation administration experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Description: Transit Supervisor

WHY SIMI VALLEY?

Looking for a thriving community with amazing career opportunities and a high quality of life? Simi Valley has it all! From scenic landscapes to a welcoming atmosphere, it's the perfect place to live and work.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate transit operations staff
• Knowledge of fixed-route and paratransit operations, including ADA requirements and industry best practices
• Experience in resolving customer complaints and service issues with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing public transit, including DMV commercial licensing and safety mandates
• Ability to investigate operational issues, analyze data, and recommend improvements to enhance service reliability and efficiency
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with operators, supervisors, contractors, and members of the public
• Ability to manage schedules, maintain accurate records, process time sheets, oversee ADA certifications, and handle operational documentation
• Experience coordinating vehicle maintenance needs and working closely with fleet or maintenance teams
• Confidence operating or overseeing commercial passenger vehicles and ensuring compliance with safety standards
• A customer-focused mindset and dedication to providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation services to the community

We're proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and professional growth—because we believe taking care of our team is essential to serving our community.

Health & Wellness

• Medical Coverage: City-paid premiums for most plans, including family coverage
• Dental & Vision: City contribution up to $75/month for dental (Delta Dental) and $20/month for vision (VSP) Family coverage costs as low as $0–$7.00/month for dental and $7.60/month for vision, depending on plan
• Prescription Drug Plan: Access to major retail and mail-order options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for health and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Up to 8 free confidential consultations for employees and household members

Retirement & Financial Planning

• CalPERS Pension: 2% @ 55 formula for Classic members (single highest year final compensation) 2% @ 62 formula for New members (three year average final compensation) 4th Level Survivor Benefit included
• Deferred Compensation: 401(k) and 457 plans with Roth options City matches up to $200/month to 401(k)
• Retirement Health Savings: $200/month City contribution for retiree medical reimbursement
• Note: The City does not participate in Social Security; no FICA deduction except Medicare hospital insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

• Annual Leave (AL): 4.2 weeks/year to start (vacation + sick combined) Increases at 5 and 10 years of service Cash-out option available after one year
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday annually

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600/year

Insurance Coverage

• Life Insurance: $101,000 employee coverage fully covered $5,000 dependent coverage fully covered
• Optional AFLAC Plans: Accident, cancer, hospital, and critical care coverage available

We also host a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities to celebrate the incredible work our team does year-round.

This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.

Click apply and attach a current resume! You only need to complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.

This recruitment is reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Recruitment will remain open until filled or if 50 applications are received. This recruitment may close at any time. First official review of applications after 2 weeks. Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by e-mail to the next steps in our process.