Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

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

Summary

MTA Construction and Development (MTA C&D) is actively seeking a Program Director to support its Corporate Audits division, which facilitates, coordinates, and tracks various internal and external audit engagement, response, and reporting activities related to MTA C&D capital projects, business functions, and legal/regulatory requirements. The Director will oversee and direct Corporate Audit activities with a primary focus on audit liaising, audit response, and facilitating the implementation of numerous audit-related corrective action plans. The position resides within MTA C&D Operations and reports to MTA C&D’s Vice President / Program Executive, Corporate Audits.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary point of contact to MTA Audit Services and MTA Corporate Compliance in relation to MTA C&D-relevant audits, investigations, and corrective action plans.

During the investigatory phase of audits, coordinate and lead discussions between the auditing team and MTA C&D staff, and support MTA C&D staff in responding to inquiries and satisfying requests for information (e.g., the collection, delivery, and retention of requested records).

Work with MTA C&D staff to validate audit findings, identify contributing factors, and ensure proposed corrective actions are not only actionable but aligned with current business strategies, organizational structure, and workflows.

Directly engage with auditors to reconcile audit inaccuracies, negotiate proposed solutions, and advocate MTA positions with the goal of ensuring alignment of public commitments with business strategies, resource constraints, and budget priorities.

Manage and coordinate with MTA C&D staff to prepare detailed, data-driven written responses to audit findings and subsequent reports. 

Identify audit-finding trends and recommend strategic solutions to drive the resolution of identified risks and critical business problems.

Partner with business unit heads and project leads to implement post-audit commitments (i.e., corrective action/remediation plans), including but not limited to change-management initiatives, in a timely and compliant manner.

Prepare bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and on-demand reports, briefings, and

presentations for MTA C&D leadership and support quarterly reporting on the status of active audit recommendations to the MTA Board and MTA Office of the Inspector General.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Government Affairs, Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and Management, Construction or Project Management, Political Science, Journalism, Communications, Engineering, Architecture, Transportation, or a related field. 

Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred.

Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience.

Must have a minimum of five (5) years in a management or supervisory role.

Competencies:

Experience in transportation, construction projects, or government preferred.

PMP and CCM Certification preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent teambuilding, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

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

Must have focus and the ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.

Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.

Proficient computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite and records management applications).

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.