Job Description
Your success is a train ride away!
As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.
Are you ready to join our team?
Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.
Job Summary
Oversees all passenger and train‑related functions within station operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and customer‑focused environment. This role provides strong leadership and daily direction to station employees, fostering a high‑performing team responsible for boarding, baggage handling, ticketing, passenger assistance, and station maintenance. The Station Manager I ensures operational excellence by maintaining compliance with company policies, optimizing staffing and workflows, and supporting on‑time performance. The role also manages customer interactions, addresses service issues, and oversees station budgets, payroll, and support services to achieve operational, financial, and service delivery goals.
This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills and experience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtrak’s sole and absolute discretion.
Essential Functions
Oversee station service operations within an assigned area, prioritizing passenger satisfaction and achieving optimal customer service levels.
Manage passenger interaction processes to ensure safety, satisfaction, and adherence to on-time performance standards.
Supervise and develop station service employees, including training, performance measurement, counseling, and disciplinary actions.
Serve as a liaison with other departments to coordinate and resolve service issues, including train delays, equipment problems, and service disruptions, ensuring passenger accommodation and crew availability.
Foster productive relationships, implement safety plans, and ensure compliance with new policies.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 2 year of relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive management experience in passenger handling, service delivery, and station operations
Proficient in administering contracts related to station operations
Demonstrate leadership in managing diverse teams with innovative management skills
Proven track record of effectively managing station operations and budgets
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, for effective collaboration
Knowledge of relevant regulations, safety programs, and Amtrak labor agreements
The salary for Station Mgr I is $103,400 and $108,400 for Station Mgr II
. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Health and Wellbeing
Financial and Retirement
Work and Family Life Support
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K with Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off
Wellness Programs
Railroad Retirement Benefits
Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care
Health Savings Account
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
No-cost Personal Health Advocate
Student Loan Assistance
Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
Medical Plan Opt-out Credit
Tuition and Education Reimbursement
Paid Family Leave
Life Insurance
Rail Pass Privileges
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions
Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
Learn more about our benefits offerings
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Requisition ID:
166704
Work Arrangement:
06-Onsite 4/5 Days
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Relocation Offered:
No
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