We wanted to know exactly what was in the job description for "station manager," so we asked. Here it is. Click on the images for legible versions.
Here are some highlights:
- make announcements via the PA to assist public in use of the transit system
- place fare collection in-service and out-of-service as equipment conditions/passenger loads dictate
- responds to problems indicated by Automatic Fare Collection machine status
- furnishing route information
- speaking in a pleasant voice
- ability of furnish information with utmost tact
- ability to maintain constant alertness
- ability to interact effectively with large numbers of people
- proven ability to communicate effectively
- demonstrate interest in and have a favorable attitude toward public service
Surprisingly, there's no mention of raccoon raising skills.
What's your impression? Are station managers fulfilling the job description?
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11 comments:
What does ATU local 689 say?
...because that's all that counts.
The ones that have the word 'ability' are meaningless to the question, as just because someone has an ability does not mean they use it. The rest are varied but most station managers are lousy with a few gems. My stop used to have one of the gems but he got transferred.
LOL - high school diploma or GED, with preferred college training in behavioral science??
"Hey, I started out mopping the floor just like you guys. But now... now I'm washing lettuce. Soon I'll be on fries; then the grill. And pretty soon, I'll make assistant manager, and that's when the big bucks start rolling in."
I honestly would do a great job as a station manager. Alas it doesn't seem like they're hiring managers or rail operators.
If I read a person's job description and am shocked at some of the things they're required to do... that's a bad sign...
Some of the things you might expect a station manager to do may come more from the nature of the job -- so you expect a person who interacts with the public to speak pleasantly, though you may not imagine it's a specific requirement...
Hm. Maybe some of the station managers don't know what's in the job description... (chuckle, chuckle).
"the nature of the job -- so you expect a person who interacts with the public to speak pleasantly, though you may not imagine it's a specific requirement..."
Gee, I've forgotten if the station manager was speaking pleasently when he refused to tell me his name or employee # to file a complaint.
I guess Metro really knows how to choose them, Not.
As one of the earlier comments said- a few jewels mixed in with a lot of BS.
Agreeing with Kara's comment. By and large, the station managers I've interacted with are either hostile/crabby or just blank. (You know the ones. The ones who give you a blank stare when you say your card's not working, take it from you, push some buttons, give it back to you and possibly wave you through, all without saying a word.) I know Metro Station Manager is not the most fun job in the world. But if you can't make an effort to behave like a human being then you need to find another job.
Another job we poor colorblind folks can't do!
Not sure of his name, but the Eisenhower manager (who seems to be there mostly during morning rush and on Saturdays) ROCKS! He's friendly, helpful, and quick to correct people he catches doing stupid stuff (most frequently the tourists who have no idea what they're doing-EVER). He also often stands near the entrance doors to tell commuters how long they have until the next train will be in. There aren't enough compliments on this blog, and he is most deserving of one.
Not sure of his name, but the Eisenhower manager (who seems to be there mostly during morning rush and on Saturdays) ROCKS! He's friendly, helpful, and quick to correct people he catches doing stupid stuff (most frequently the tourists who have no idea what they're doing-EVER). He also often stands near the entrance doors to tell commuters how long they have until the next train will be in. There aren't enough compliments on this blog, and he is most deserving of one.
I will admit that in the last few months, they seem to have improved.
Before then, it was like pulling a tooth to get them to help.
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