We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Metropolitan Council's Metro Transit Division is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as a resource for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

As a Rail Operations Clerk, you are responsible to provide assistance to the Rail Maintenance Department by performing administrative support and clerical duties pertaining to trains, vehicles and employees. In addition, the incumbent will provide assistance to employees regarding forms, policies and procedures, liaison, general company and department functions.

• Develop work orders and enter completed work orders on the Maintenance Database Applications
• Maintain performance and personnel records, daily employee attendance records and payroll records
• Organize and maintain rail equipment files on service history of the computer
• Keep daily summary of all service calls
• Type memos, reports and perform data entry
• Monitor work completed for accuracy
• Prepare reports
• Perform general office duties and maintain office supplies
• Perform other duties and reports as assigned by the supervisor

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two Years of administrative/secretarial experience.
• Two years intermediate PC experience to include word processing, spreadsheet and electronic calendar.

• Experience creating correspondence, letters and memos in proper business style format and experience with creating and maintaining files.
• Demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees

• Knowledge of office administrative procedures.

• Knowledge of creating correspondence, letters and memos in proper business style format.

• Knowledge of creating and maintaining electronic files.

• PC skills including MS Office - Outlook, Word, Access and Excel.

• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and work independently.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks with efficiency and take initiative.

• Ability to work well with others.

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Union/Grade: ATU/Grade 21
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

Work Environment: Work is performed in a standard office setting.

What steps the recruitment process involves:
You must qualify at each of the numbered steps below to be considered a final candidate for the job.

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We run a Work Record Evaluation (current ATU only).
3. We rate your education and experience.
4. We conduct a structured panel interview.