Director Strategic Initiatives Coordination

Description

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Summary

Join the team responsible for coordinating across MTA Construction & Development's (C&D's) Planning, Contracts, and Delivery Departments and MTA's operating agencies (NYC Transit, MTA Bus, Long Island Railroad, Metro-North Railroad, and Bridges & Tunnels) to implement MTA's multi-billion-dollar Capital Program.

C&D's Development Department plays a pivotal role in determining what, when, and how the MTA rebuilds, improves and expands the region's transit network – by prioritizing capital investments, evaluating project scopes, establishing project and program budgets, maximizing external funding opportunities, monitoring and reporting on Capital Program performance; and strategically coordinating, packaging, and scheduling construction projects to maximize benefits and minimize impacts to MTA riders.

The Deputy Chief Development Officer leading the Development Department is hiring a Director to provide executive support, coordinate C&D priorities across various department units, lead strategic initiatives, and liaise with external and internal stakeholder groups, including MTA operating agencies. The Director of Strategic Initiatives & Coordination is responsible for ensuring effective communication, coordination, and execution of initiatives across Development's six functional groups in support of optimal management of MTA's Capital Program.

This position will provide direct day-to-day support to the Deputy Chief Development Officer and departmental leadership on a variety of interdisciplinary, cross-cutting initiatives, including (but not limited to):

Spearhead efforts to improve the operational efficiency of the department, including formalizing and streamlining procedures and business processes and developing internal reports.

Coordinating agency-wide strategic initiatives to improve upfront project planning, contain costs, and effectively scale up the delivery of capital projects.

Support the roll-out of MTA C&D Digital Strategy initiatives to modernize the tools and systems used for managing, monitoring, and reporting on the Capital Program.

Compile and track departmental priorities, assist department staff in developing work plans, monitor and report on key initiatives, and escalate issues to leadership as appropriate.

Ensure effective communication within and across MTA C&D departments.

Responsibilities

The Director, Strategic Initiatives & Coordination will be responsible for:

Work closely and collaboratively with the department's leadership team to develop, track/monitor, and implement strategic initiatives.

Monitor internal and external key performance indicators, including project commitments, completions, project and program cost and performance, staffing levels, and other key performance indicators.

Providing leadership support and guidance to department heads and staff and fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Refine the department's vision, mission, goals, and long-term staffing plan.

Coordinate with C&D human resources on short- and long-term staffing needs and strategy.

Manage special projects for the Deputy Chief Development Officer from start to finish.

Identifying areas for process improvement and developing strategies to address them while also resolving operational bottlenecks as they arise.

Preparing analysis and reports for use by MTA leadership.

Participate in meetings, providing guidance, making decisions, and advancing initiatives on behalf of the Deputy Chief Development Officer.

Education and Experience

Must have a bachelor's degree in business administration, architecture/engineering, accounting, finance, public administration or public policy, city or urban planning, transportation, or a related field.

Master's degree preferred.

Must have a minimum of twelve (12) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience.

Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of managerial experience.

Competencies:

Passion for improving New York's public transit system.

Familiarity with the MTA and the MTA Capital Program.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders across all levels of a large organization.

Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for learning.

Experience with project management and work plan development.

Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and efficiently.

Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Selection Criteria

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Salary : $132,103 - $173,385