senior director, special projects - Los Angeles, CA, United States - Metro - Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Description

Public Transportation Services Corporation (PTSC)
PTSC is an equal employment opportunity employer
Non-Represented EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY


Bulletin No:

Job Title:
SENIOR DIRECTOR, SPECIAL PROJECTS (EQUITY AND RACE)

Specialty:

EQUITY AND RACE

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled


Salary Grade:
H1Q


Salary Range:
$134,430 - $168,001 - $201,594


External/Internal:

EXTERNAL
Open Until Filled openings may be closed at any time without notice.
At Will** Other Info: This role will specialize in the following topics: Social Equity and Racial Justice.
This bulletin is posted to establish or add to a Qualified Candidate Pool(QCP)

This position will lead major agency-wide equity-based initiatives such as the Agencywide Budget Equity Assessment, support efforts to refresh Metro's equity definition and principles, and contribute to further operationalization of Metro's Equity commitment.

This position will also provide supervision and guidance for more established Metro equity programs and advise and support teams across the agency as they work to advance equity.

Example Of Duties
Directs the evaluation, development, and implementation of multiple projects that may have major financial or operational impact to the department or Metro
Oversees, manages, and executes project or program delivery strategies
Manages staff execution of key workstreams and tasks
Scopes and oversees consultant support workstreams
Directs cross-functional development teams to address departmental issues
Works 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 development
Directs the development of business plans, objectives, initiatives, policies, and strategies for department or program
Evaluates issues that have an impact on department and/or Metro and facilitates executive decision making
Directs coordination of process and systems analysis, and oversees the development and recommendation of solutions, enhancements, testing, and implementation activities for assigned projects
Develops recommendations for policy and administrative procedural changes that contribute toward continuous improvement and streamlining efforts
Develops short- and long-range plans; establishes priorities and goals/objectives for functional department
Develops, studies, and reports to evaluate productivity of functional areas and eliminate impediments to peak performance
Directs the preparation of capital project budgets, monitors and controls expenditures, initiates procurements, and approves payment of invoices
Develops financial and administrative studies and reports
Directs 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 services
Presents monthly status briefing to executive management and compiles monthly published reports for financial staff, FTA (Federal Transit Administration), and Metro′s executive office, as required
Represents department to the public and press
Supervises, coordinates, oversees, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned employees
Communicates 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 employees
Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May be required to perform other related job duties
Requirements For Employment

A 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:
Education
~ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred

Experience
~ Five years of management-level experience overseeing capital and/or other project management functions

Certifications/Licenses
~ A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Preferred 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.
Experience discussing, explaining, and raising awareness of overt and systemic racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion with diverse groups
Experience successfully conducting racial or social equity assessments and developing strategies to address the findings
Experience implementing successful strategies or initiatives to improve outcomes for historically marginalized populations
Experience working in the public sector, presenting to elected officials, and interfacing with agency staff and members of the public
Experience working with or for community-based organizations and other social justice advocates


Knowledge:
Theories, principles, practices, and tools of project management and development
Transportation planning, engineering, construction, and operations
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations governing policies, trends, strategies, and developments for areas such as project management, the transportation industry, environmental impact
Public and transportation project finance and funding
Capital budget development and administration
Public procurement policies and procedures
New and emerging technology and innovation practices
Modern management theory
Applicable business software applications


Skills:
Program/project management and development
Managing projects from inception to culmination
Determining strategies to achieve goals
Critical thinking and synthesis of ideas and concepts
Policy research, analysis, and development
Building consensus and support around new concepts and innovations
Coordinating, facilitating, and motivating internal and external clients to make sound business decisions
Developing and implementing policies, procedures and strategies
Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions and solving complex problems
Communicating effectively orally and in writing
Preparing comprehensive written correspondence, analyses, recommendations, and public reports
Providing oral and written presentations and briefings for senior decision makers
Interacting professionally with various levels of employees and outside representatives


Abilities:
Develop new concepts and ideas to improve program/project performance that adhere to Metro policy and applicable rules, laws, and regulations
Analyze project information to develop and implement recommendations
Quickly obtain, analyze, and synthesize information
Write and speak concisely and persuasively
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships
Manage multiple stakeholders at various levels of seniority from a range of disciplines
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Plan financial and resource needs
Read, write, speak, and understand English
Selection Procedure

Applicants 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 Procedure
To 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. *Open to the public and all Metro employees
This 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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