Sr. Director Program Development

This report is provided through an annual subscription, and a user account is required to access it. Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Washington, DC - L'Enfant Plaza Posted Jan 01, 2024 Pay range : N/A Description : Our ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who loves working with people. They are a strong visual and verbal communicator, easily translating technical details to executive and senior leadership audiences and translating big picture into actions. They have a long and proven track record of driving rapid strategic and operational change across organization(s). They bring deep knowledge of and experience in strategic development, program management, planning, budgeting, procurement, and project delivery. They have experience managing diverse and high functioning offices and/or teams comprised of subject matter experts. Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Urban Affairs, Engineering, Management, or closely related field Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience: leading diverse operational and project teams across a range of functions to deliver business improvement through complex program management and driving programs forward within a complex, changing, and ambiguous operational environment, for a large public or private sector organizations must include, at least six (6) years managing teams and overseeing strategic direction and major program delivery Certification/Licensure Valid Driver’s License Preferred N/A Medical Group Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations. Summary The Senior Director, Program Development oversees program and project development and delivery activities within Planning and Sustainability. This includes providing vision, leadership, and strategic direction and development of Metro’s Fare Systems Modernization, Zero Emissions Vehicles, Station Planning, and Bus Priority programs. This includes ensuring the strategic direction of the programs, align with on-going initiatives across the Authority, and to advance these programs in concert with program directors and project managers. The incumbent works closely with executives and senior-level staff at Metro and with Metro’s jurisdictional partners. Essential Functions Provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction and development of Zero Emission Vehicles, Fare Modernization, Station Planning, and Bus Priority programs to drive successful implementation of the Authority’s key initiatives. Coordinates and communicates with multiple stakeholders, including customers; other WMATA departments; jurisdictional partners; external partners and vendors; Planning and Performance organizational staff, Managers, and Senior leadership to ensure alignment of work program and successful implementation of programs. Advises and supports the SVP, Planning and Sustainability and EVP and Chief, Planning and Performance and other Authority leadership to meet goals, deliverables, and align programs with organizational strategies. Collaborates closely with other departments to embed continuous improvement into daily operations and long-term planning. Supervises a team following the organization's policies and applicable regulations and requirements including interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; managing employee performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Other Functions Brings expert knowledge and a professional network relating to best practices and cutting- edge innovation in relevant and comparable industries (in transit and beyond) to serve as a change agent while driving rapid strategic and operational changes forward. Directs and oversees capital and operating budget activity, including planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenses for the programs. The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. Evaluation Criteria Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience. Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following: Skills and/or behavioral assessment Personal interview Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses) Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment) Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions) Review of a current motor vehicle report Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tam America