Jobs at Butler County Regional Transit Authority

Leads all financial operations for a public transit agency, including accounting, budgeting, payroll, cash and investment management, procurement oversight, grants, audits, insurance, compliance, and financial reporting. Serves on the executive leadership team, advises the Executive Director and Board of Trustees, presents financial trends and risks, manages federal and state funding requirements, and supervises three employees. Ensures GASB-compliant reporting, FTA requirements, internal controls, and accurate public accountability.

Supervises daily transit operations, including dispatch, scheduling, rostering, road supervision, emergency response, operator performance, incident investigation, and customer service. Troubleshoots MDT and AVL systems, adjusts routes and vehicle assignments, conducts operator evaluations and coaching, maintains operational records, and recommends corrective actions. The role requires a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and rotating weekend, occasional evening, and emergency availability.

Volunteer board members advocate for affordable public transportation in Butler County, represent transportation-focused public, nonprofit, or private entities, fulfill legal and organizational duties, appoint and supervise officers and employees, and oversee the project coordinator. Directors serve three-year terms beginning July 1 and meet quarterly at the Butler County Regional Transit Authority Hamilton facility.

Operate 35-foot transit coaches and 25-passenger cutaway vehicles on established routes, provide customer service, follow safety regulations, use onboard tablets/apps, and pass DOT and background checks. Work independently to safely transport passengers across Butler County.

Supervise daily transit operations, perform road supervision and dispatch duties, investigate accidents, train and evaluate drivers, manage schedules and manifests, handle customer inquiries, enforce policies, and support emergency responses to ensure safe, efficient public transportation service.

Volunteer board member to advocate for public transit and provide high-level governance oversight. Attend 10–20 meetings yearly, serve a three-year term, and bring interest in transit; familiarity with general financial statements is helpful. Final appointments by Butler County Commissioners.