Kelly Chronley Eit, Tssp (Bus , Rail)
About Kelly Chronley Eit, Tssp (Bus , Rail)
Kelly Chronley Eit, Tssp is the Deputy Director of Fare Programs at MBTA with extensive experience in transportation safety and planning.
Deputy Director of Fare Programs at MBTA
Kelly Chronley currently works at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) as the Deputy Director of Fare Programs. In this role, Kelly is tasked with overseeing fare programs to ensure they meet the needs and expectations of the Greater Boston community. The position requires a thorough understanding of transportation systems and public transit operations, as well as effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Former Deputy Director of Safety Oversight and Planning at MBTA
From 2017 to 2019, Kelly Chronley served as the Deputy Director of Safety Oversight and Planning at MBTA in Boston, MA. In this capacity, Kelly was responsible for overseeing the safety planning efforts for the transportation system, developing strategies to ensure commuter safety, and overseeing the implementation of safety compliances. Kelly's work involved producing comprehensive safety assessments and working closely with planners and operators to mitigate risks.
Former Director of Transportation Safety at MBTA
Kelly Chronley held the position of Director of Transportation Safety at MBTA from 2019 to 2021. During this time, Kelly managed safety operations, which included establishing and enforcing transportation safety policies. This role involved not only ensuring regulatory compliance but also proactively identifying and addressing potential hazards within the transit system. Kelly collaborated with various stakeholders to enhance safety protocols and reduce transportation hazards.
Background in Transportation Planning and Engineering
Before joining MBTA, Kelly Chronley worked at Howard/Stein-Hudson Associates, Inc. as a Transportation Planner/Engineer from 2009 to 2015. The role involved preparing traffic impact studies and system-wide hazard assessments. Kelly's expertise in transportation planning was crucial in developing effective safety and operational strategies. Additionally, Kelly worked at Jacobs Engineering as an Aviation Intern from 2004 to 2006, where experience was gained in aviation engineering projects in the Greater Boston Area.
Education in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Kelly Chronley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Northeastern University, where studies were completed from 2003 to 2008. The program equipped Kelly with a strong foundation in engineering principles, focusing on both civil and environmental aspects. This formal education has been pivotal in Kelly’s ability to analyze large data sets and produce detailed transportation-related reports. Additionally, Kelly attended Narragansett High School.