NJ Transit Board names Crosbie as executive director

Written by Jenifer Nunez, assistant editor

In a unanimous vote, the New Jersey Transit Board of Directors appointed William Crosbie as the new executive director, effective on or about April 25, 2016.

 

Crosbie succeeds Dennis Martin, who has served as the agency’s interim executive director since December 2015. Martin will resume his previous position as vice president and general manager of NJ Transit’s Bus Operations Division.

“I would like to thank Gov. Chris Christie and the NJ Transit Board of Directors for this tremendous opportunity to serve the more than 900,000 people who utilize the NJ Transit system each year,” said Crosbie. “I am anxious to roll up my sleeves and stand shoulder to shoulder with the men and women of NJ Transit to address the service, safety, equipment and facility needs of our customers and our infrastructure.”

Prior to Crosbie’s appointment, he served as president and chief executive officer, as well as regional director for North America for SYSTRA USA. During his tenure, he was responsible for leading day-to-day operations as well as the strategic development of the firm.

In addition to serving as vice president of railroad programs for the Parsons Corporation, Crosbie spent more than seven years as the chief operating officer of Amtrak where he directed the transportation, engineering, mechanical, police and security, environmental, health and safety functions.

“Bill Crosbie brings a depth of background in operations, transportation, engineering, finance and security to NJ Transit that is perfectly suited to address the needs facing the agency at this important time,” said Acting Transportation Commissioner and NJ Transit Board Chairman Richard Hammer.

 

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