.**Description**This position oversees train operations and is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of all trains within an assigned territory. This role ensures the safety of crews, and meets operational and financial targets as outlined by the Transportation Service Plan (TSP) and associated Key Performance Indicators.**Accountabilities**- Manages the operational testing program by observing, documenting, and evaluating safe work practices per General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), communicating results, and utilizing the elevation process, if necessary.- Facilitates employee meetings and programs to emphasize safety and discuss safety risks.- Meets the tactical goals of the TSP by managing equipment and staff, reporting results, and recommending solutions. Metrics may include equipment dwell, on-time train origination, right car/right train, work order compliance, customer performance reporting, and consistent accuracy.- Manages crew starts, crew size, and overtime in a cost-effective manner. Makes recommendations regarding hiring, performance, and termination of staff.- Facilitates smooth transfers between territories.- Builds relationships and is an effective partner through strong daily communication with Mechanical, Engineering, Signaling, MLU (Management of Locomotive Utilization), NOC (Network Operations Center), and foreign line carriers.- Utilizes Management Control System (MCS) and computerized planning tools to create trip plans and make tactical adjustments to the TSP.- Exemplifies KCS Vision, Values, and Culture in each and every interaction with team, clients, and stakeholders.**Required**- High School diploma or equivalent- Minimum two (2) years of relevant operations experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience**Preferred**- Bilingual - English/Spanish- Previous Kansas City Southern experience**Working Conditions**- Shift work is an essential function of this job. Employees must have the ability and willingness to support critically important railroad operations 24 hours per day/7 days per week, working various shifts as assigned. Schedule assignments may include after-hours, weekends and holidays.- Business travel is an essential requirement of this job. Employees must be able and willing to travel away from their primary work location up to 50% of the time.**We Offer**:- Complete health and welfare benefits package- Competitive salary- Incentive plan- Vacation plan**EEO Statement**We value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer while providing reasonable accommodations for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law