Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities

Several people leading the Transit Rider Investment Program (TRIP) were recently recognized by the Metropolitan Council’s Transportation Committee. TRIP Manager Leah Palmer was recognized for her efforts to stand up the program after it was authorized through state legislation in 2023. This included securing equipment, developing policies, procedures and training, bringing on TRIP Agents through a contract with Allied Universal, providing field support and supervision, and working with union leadership to establish a represented TRIP Agent position. Shift supervisors, Alec, Ali, and Delante were celebrated for their work leading TRIP Agent teams. TRIP Agents began working on light rail in February 2024, educating light rail riders about the Code of Conduct, offering directions, ensuring all riders have valid fares, and providing other assistance. To date, TRIP Agents have had more than 104,000 rider contacts. Another 22 TRIP Agents, the first to be directly hired by Metro Transit, are expected to begin early this fall. Around 800 applications were received when those positions were recently posted.

Making housing affordable for all isn’t just about funding affordable housing itself, it takes thoughtful policy changes that support development that matches the demand. We’re excited to announce we are recipients of a $4 million PRO Housing grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to improve affordable housing activities within our growing region. The grants will support city and county efforts to provide affordable housing opportunities for those with the lowest income levels. The grants will support local efforts to eliminate barriers to affordable housing production and preservation, such as updating local regulations and zoning ordinances. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtvFjzSz

This year, we're proud to raise the Pride flag outside of three of our flagship facilities for this last week of June. We're committed to ensuring that everyone in our organization and within our region is welcome and have the support they need to thrive.

Over the last two weeks, we hosted a delegation of public officials from 25 countries around the world, who visited the Twin Cities to learn how our state addresses sustainability. Chair Chalie Zelle, General Manager Lesley Kandaras, and Council Member Peter Lindstrom shared ideas on regional planning, transit infrastructure and service, and the benefits of water resource protection as an asset for communities.

We're hiring a service analyst within our Metro Transit division to statistically analyze ridership and running time data in order to improve on-time performance, reduce costs, increase ridership, and improve overall service. This role would monitor on-time performance, ridership, and other service quality measures and respond to operational issues in addition to processing service changes. Our ideal candidate has experience using data analysis tools and GIS, knowledge of transit/transportation planning principles, and have project management skills. Apply today or share this posting in your networks: https://lnkd.in/g2PQK8p3

We're hiring a data practices specialist to support public access to Met Council information and data privacy rights. This role will manage data requests, specifically within the Metro Transit division, and will collect, review, and redact government data in accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and other privacy laws. Our ideal candidate will have experience in legal assistance, data practices, document management, or another related area, and will be able to apply to Minnesota Government Data Practices Act to a wide variety of types of data. Apply today or share this posting in your networks: https://lnkd.in/gxUudP9A

We’re feeling a bit nostalgic this month. Twenty years ago, we opened the METRO Blue Line, known then as the Hiawatha Line, introducing light rail to Minnesota. A decade ago this month, we restored rail service between Minneapolis and St. Paul with the opening of the METRO Green Line. These projects were huge undertakings, involving years of planning and construction. But as those who were there for the openings recall, the efforts were well worth it. “The kids were always glued to the glass right behind you,” said Mark Ammend, who was among our first 15 train operators. “You almost felt like a rock star when you operated the train.” Two decades and 279.7 million rides later we’re working hard to preserve these historic investments and looking forward to expanding access to high-quality rail transportation through the Green Line Extension and Blue Line Extension projects. We invite you next Tuesday, June 18, to join us at Target Field Station for a celebration of these light rail milestones, and to learn more about what the future holds. Festivities will begin at 4:30 p.m. and continue through game time at 6:40 p.m. A program featuring speakers from Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities, Hennepin County, Ramsey County, the Minnesota Twins and the mpls downtown council will begin at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you there and thank you for riding with us all these years! RSVP to our rail anniversary event: https://lnkd.in/dEESuX64 More on our light rail history: https://lnkd.in/dZuv52yv

We're hiring an associate general counsel to provide legal services spanning a wide variety of topics, with a primary focus in comprehensive planning and land use, housing policy, environmental law, and construction law. This role will provide verbal and written legal advice to the Council, its Chair and members, the Regional Administrator, and other Council staff, and represent the Council in state and federal litigation, administrative hearings, and arbitrations. We're seeking a professional in good standing and licensed to practice law within the State of Minnesota who has experience in Minnesota in a governmental setting or representing governmental entities. Apply today or share this posting in your networks: https://lnkd.in/eNKp8nY5

We’re hiring a signals technician to provide and maintain quality maintenance on Metro Transit's light rail signal system. This position will perform testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of electronic systems and equipment associated with the light rail wayside signal systems and subsystems. We’re seeking a professional with a strong electrical-mechanical background with knowledge of analog and digital electronics and electronic control circuits. Apply today or share this posting in your networks: https://lnkd.in/gcJEbFpf

We're hiring a Bus Maintenance Supervisor to supervise maintenance work performed on Metro Transit buses. This position will coordinate work between shifts, and provide training in electrical, mechanical, A/C, transmissions, welding, and safety. We're looking for a professional with supervisory experience, knowledge in automotive or heavy-duty vehicle maintenance, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Apply today or share this posting in your networks: https://lnkd.in/gg4UWbZP