Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensure efficient prioritization and utilization of all Buses Capital Resources. Primary liaison and advocate for Buses Capital Program for all Buses Divisions. Manage day to day functions related to Buses Capital Plan activities and facilitate internal agreement regarding capital priorities for all Facilities, Bus Technology and Rolling Stock.

 
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with internal partners in CMO Office, Facilities, Bus Technology, and Office of the EVP to ensure that Buses Capital Program is adequately prioritized and funded.
• Primary Buses’ liaison with C&D that advocates for Buses Capital Program priorities and needs for all Buses areas.
• Handle portfolio management of all Buses Capital Projects and review progress on these projects. Collaborate with C&D and internal and external partners to fully leverage asset data to effectively prioritize capital projects
• Coordinate capital workflow processes within the Department of Buses such as PRDC, Baseline Reviews, Final Acceptance and Beneficial Use.
• Ensure beneficial collaboration between all internal and external stakeholders as needed to eliminate unintended consequences and negative outcomes during capital project development, planning and delivery.
• Ensure that all Buses projects are appropriately resources for on-time and effective project delivery.
• Approve all capital support requests including CRF requests, D4s, OBIs, EFA and TA Labor requests.
• Work with C&D Development to effectively bundle projects in way that maximize utilization of resources.
• Work with Bus Technology group to develop accurate return on investment estimates and ensure effective prioritization and project management of Bus Technology Projects.
• Ensure that Capital contracts which support bus technology are expedited in a way that is aligned with MTA Policy and Procedures.
• Support project management and development for these initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners in Subways, Operations Planning, C&D, Transportation and Operations to ensure appropriate resourcing and staffing of Buses shuttle support of Subways planned Capital disruptions.
• Work with all internal stakeholders to plan bus relocations so that we can provide safe, reliable service delivery during depot rehabilitations.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
• Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable
• Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Urban Planning, Finance and Accounting, Data Science,
• Computer Science, Business Related field, Engineering, Transportation, or a satisfactory equivalent.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Minimum 10 years Total Years of Experience Required and
• Minimum 5 years years of Managerial/Supervisory Experience Required

SELECTION METHOD:

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

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

HOW TO APPLY:

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.