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    senior director, special projects - Los Angeles, United States - Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority

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    Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority Los Angeles, United States

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    Public Transportation Services Corporation (PTSC)

    PTSC is an equal employment opportunity employerNon-Represented EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYBulletin No:


    Job Title:
    SENIOR DIRECTOR, SPECIAL PROJECTS (SEED LA / METRO TRAINING AND INNOVATION CENTER)

    Specialty:
    SEED LA / METRO TRAINING AND INNOVATION CENTER
    Closing Date: 06-MAY-24

    Salary Grade:
    H1Q

    Salary Range:
    $134,430 - $168,002 - $201,594External/Internal: EXTERNAL

    At Will** Other Info: This bulletin is posted to establish or add to a Qualified Candidate Pool(QCP)Basic FunctionOversees, manages, and executes plans, policies, and frameworks for projects for an executive unit that may have broad organization-wide impact; coordinates and oversees the work of assigned staff on related projects or assignments.

    Example Of DutiesDirects the evaluation, development, and implementation of multiple projects that may have major financial or operational impact to the department or MetroOversees, manages, and executes project or program delivery strategiesManages staff execution of key workstreams and tasksScopes and oversees consultant support workstreamsDirects cross-functional development teams to address departmental issuesWorks cross functionally with other departments to understand needs and strategic direction and ensure that department is aligned to meet client′s support requirements utilizing existing processes and tools and identifying areas for new solution developmentDirects the development of business plans, objectives, initiatives, policies, and strategies for department or programEvaluates issues that have an impact on department and/or Metro and facilitates executive decision makingDirects coordination of process and systems analysis, and oversees the development and recommendation of solutions, enhancements, testing, and implementation activities for assigned projectsDevelops recommendations for policy and administrative procedural changes that contribute toward continuous improvement and streamlining effortsDevelops short- and long-range plans; establishes priorities and goals/objectives for functional departmentDevelops, studies, and reports to evaluate productivity of functional areas and eliminate impediments to peak performanceDirects the preparation of capital project budgets, monitors and controls expenditures, initiates procurements, and approves payment of invoicesDevelops financial and administrative studies and reportsDirects and participates in the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs); participates in proposal evaluation, vendor/consultant selection, and contract negotiation processes; monitors progress of consultants, develops and manages consulting budgets, and recommends payment for servicesPresents monthly status briefing to executive management and compiles monthly published reports for financial staff, FTA (Federal Transit Administration), and Metro′s executive office, as requiredRepresents department to the public and pressSupervises, coordinates, oversees, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned employeesCommunicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employeesContributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried outMay be required to perform other related job dutiesRequirements For EmploymentA combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

    Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis.


    A typical combination includes:
    EducationBachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferredExperienceFive years of management-level experience overseeing capital and/or other project management functionsCertifications/LicensesA valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functionsPreferred Qualifications
    Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.

    The following are the preferred qualifications: Experience writing and making business presentations to diverse audiences such as internal departments, Board of Directors, and community and government stakeholders.

    Experience developing and managing workforce development programs.
    Experience managing budgets and analyzing financial data.
    Experience managing grant-related programs and projects, including writing grants and/or complying with grant requirements.

    Knowledge:

    Theories, principles, practices, and tools of project management and developmentTransportation planning, engineering, construction, and operationsApplicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations governing policies, trends, strategies, and developments for areas such as project management, the transportation industry, environmental impactPublic and transportation project finance and fundingCapital budget development and administrationPublic procurement policies and proceduresNew and emerging technology and innovation practicesModern management theoryApplicable business software applicationsSkills:Program/project management and developmentManaging projects from inception to culminationDetermining strategies to achieve goalsCritical thinking and synthesis of ideas and conceptsPolicy research, analysis, and developmentBuilding consensus and support around new concepts and innovationsCoordinating, facilitating, and motivating internal and external clients to make sound business decisionsDeveloping and implementing policies, procedures and strategiesAnalyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomesExercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions and solving complex problemsCommunicating effectively orally and in writingPreparing comprehensive written correspondence, analyses, recommendations, and public reportsProviding oral and written presentations and briefings for senior decision makersInteracting professionally with various levels of employees and outside representativesAbilities:Develop new concepts and ideas to improve program/project performance that adhere to Metro policy and applicable rules, laws, and regulationsAnalyze project information to develop and implement recommendationsQuickly obtain, analyze, and synthesize informationWrite and speak concisely and persuasivelyEstablish and maintain cooperative work relationshipsManage multiple stakeholders at various levels of seniority from a range of disciplinesUnderstand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreementsPlan financial and resource needsRead, write, speak, and understand EnglishSelection ProcedureApplicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

    Application ProcedureTo apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment Application.
    Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
    One Gateway Plaza
    Los Angeles, CA 90012

    Telephone:
    or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

    All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

    (HT)*Open to the public and all Metro employeesThis job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

    Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
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