About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.  Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ  About the Position Do you thrive in a leadership role and want to make a real impact? Transdev is searching for a Regional Director of Operations to lead our Midwest operations. In this pivotal role, you'll provide strategic direction and support to ensure all locations have the resources they need to excel. This dynamic opportunity offers a competitive salary, and benefits. Join our team and be part of something bigger! Major Responsibilities:   Provides strength in operations management, including strong logistical planning skills, management experience, awareness of all facets of the operation, an understanding of profit and loss issues, and a commonsense approach to getting things done.Resolves problems with an emphasis on accountability, delegation of responsibility, and the willingness to make decisions.Provides leadership in employee relations issues, motivates staff, and produces coordinated and consistent efforts to achieve corporate goals. Creates strong relationships with employees and understands the practices of successful employee recruiting.Provides leadership in labor relations issues, including, but not limited to, arbitrations and final step grievance hearings. Regulates compliance with the Freedom of Association policy. Provides direction in applying collective bargaining agreements and other relevant items.Conducts facility evaluations. When necessary, make recommendations for improvement to existing facilities or identify alternative locations that will accommodate business needs.Demonstrates knowledge of safety management practices and skills needed to focus attention on the necessity of safe operations in all areas, together with an understanding of federal and state safety standards and regulations.Brings about strong customer relationships through effective and consistent communications and the desire to exceed client expectations.Demonstrates good presentation skills and the capability of maintaining a high level of visibility in all respects, including interacting with clients, community organizations, and government agencies and officials.Maintains necessary records concerning compliance with all federal and state regulations, personnel files, and internal company reporting. Requirements: 5+ years' experience in operations managementPrior experience managing multiple satellite locations with unique business plans. The ideal fit for the position will also have previous experience with managing public agency contracts.The position is required to be based out of Minneapolis MN near major airports. Relocation assistance is available.Good analytical skills.Good leadership and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of DOT and FTA regulations coupled with experience as a safety leader and implementation of safety principles.Computer literate with the ability to access resources and use email effectively.Must have proficient excel skills and familiarity with all Microsoft office products.Good oral and written presentation skills.Undergraduate degree or 5+ years equivalent industry experience required.Travel up to 75%.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions upon request. Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.  EEO is the Law Poster: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm Drug-free workplace  California applicants:  Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.