LESLIE ELLEN SELBY

1475 Purson Lane * P.O. Box 1211 * Lafayette, CA 94549 * 925-945-7234 *

ls9dc8e6@westpost.net
SUMMARY
Transportation Professional with in-depth background in logistics, management, i
ntermodal operations, customer service, team leadership, business development an
d training. Strategic thinker with demonstrated accomplishments in customer rel
ationship building, operations management, proactive problem identification and
resolution. Successfully functioned in roles of provider and purchaser of trans
portation services.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Manager, Automotive Rail Operations 2001 to September 2009
Pacer Stacktrain, Concord, CA
Responsible for "cross border process" of all automotive, intermodal and FAK Pac
er Stacktrain services between the United States and Mexico. Daily coordination
with rail carriers to ensure seamless delivery of time sensitive auto parts shi
pments. Design service packages that support marketing in facilitating implemen
tation of full package pricing. Creates "ease of doing business" with Pacer Sta
cktrain for our customers. Monitor service levels in order to proactively intro
duce enhancements to service. Ensure Rail Operations Team members are conversan
t on their responsibilities and customer expectations. Proactively provide ment
oring, training and coaching to team members as required. Provide critical comm
uniques to all levels of management within customers' organizations and Pacer S
tacktrain with goal of keeping all stakeholders informed.
Stacktrain Operations Specialist 1999 - 2001
Pacer Stacktrain, Concord, CA
a. Managed intermodal logistics on the Southern Corridor for domestic and intern
ational customers between the
Port of Long Beach and the Southeastern United States. Steadily improved on ti
me performance through
formulation of streamlined service packages.
b. Reduced cycle time on Pacer owned rail car assets during scheduled and unsche
duled maintenance
requirements.
Controller, Intermodal Operations 1997 - 1999
Consolidated Freightways, Menlo Park, CA
Monitor and analyze premium LTL shipments ensuring timely delivery. Set service
standards and implement intermodal operating rail policy. Developed strategic
alliances with Pricing and Customer Service which lead to exploration of new rev
enue streams. Review intermodal needs with field management and sales, focusin
g on equipment utilization and operating efficiency. Minimize ancillary costs
associated with intermodal operations such as demurrage, equipment repair charg
es and freight damage claims.
Line Haul Controller 1996-1997
Viking Freight Systems, San Jose, CA
Responsible for the movement of freight within the mid-west region. Ensured i
nternal coordination and cost controls while improving on-time performance by ov
er 10%.
Assistant Manager, Engineer Training 1993 - 1994
Burlington Northern Railroad, Overland Park, KS
Developed and revised curriculum for courses covering all aspects of freight and
passenger train service. Responsible for locomotive engineer and supervisory e
valuations and qualifications.

Locomotive Engineer 1992 - 1993

Amtrak, Oakland, CA
Accomplished safe, efficient operation of Amtrak trains from Northern California
to Nevada, Oregon and Central California.
Road Foreman of Engines 1988 - 1992
Amtrak, Oakland, CA
Line Manager responsible for locomotive engineers and Amtrak train crew operati
ons on The Western Division. Directly responsible for 150 locomotive enginee
rs, including training and daily policies and procedures.
Passenger Service Specialist 1987 - 1988
Amtrak, Oakland, CA
Managed purchasing and distribution functions covering critical parts assemblies
for continued safe and efficient operation and maintenance of Amtrak cars. Pro
vided sales and customer service as a ticket agent.

EDUCATION
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 1975 - 1976
Major: Transportation
College of Du Page, Glen Ellyn, IL 1977 - 1979
Major: Transportation
Electro-Motive Division of General Motors, La Grange, IL 1979
Training Course - Locomotive Systems and Train Performance
Contra Costa College, Richmond, CA 1980
Courses: Business Management
Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA 1987
Courses: Business Management
General Electric Transportation Systems, Erie, PA 1991
Training Course: