Senior Director, Accessibility, Infrastructure, and In-House Workforce Programs

Job Information: 5143  

Title: Senior Director, Accessibility, Infrastructure, and In-House Workforce Programs  

First Date of Posting: 01/24/2024  

Last Date of Filing: 02/14/2024  

Authority: TA  

Department: Subways  

Division Unit: Capital Programs  

Reports To: Assistant Chief Officer, Program Management and Oversight  

Location: 2 Broadway   

Hours of work: Managerial  

Compensation:  

Salary Range (Grade B/775): $109,876 – $155,953  

Responsibilities:  

The Sr. Director is responsible for managing and coordinating the planning and development of the Capital Program for Employee Facility Renewal, Employee Facility Component, and Employee Facility Consolidation projects from inception to completion. Other responsibilities include, managing and coordinating the planning of capital projects for award to the in-house forces totaling 470 maintainer positions.  Responsibilities include resolving critical issues concerning Accessibility projects with capital program including developing profiles, shepherding the baseline document, and resolving issues during construction and close out of projects.   As the sponsor rep, the incumbent plans, develops, implements, the execution and oversight of the In-House Employee Facility Capital Program, and other in-house managed projects, as required.  Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the planning of capital funding for Employee Facility Program, oversee the design and construction of current and future employee facility projects for the Department of Subways. Perform field surveys, for inspections and assessments of employee facilities; the mechanical and electrical components systems, as well as determines the need for repair or replacement. Develops comprehensive work plans that includes project master plans, OBIs; oversees project budgets and expenditures, and manages the beneficial use/final acceptance of in-house managed projects; process reimbursable budget requests; perform field visits to monitor construction progress and compliance; track project budget expenditures, coordinate engineering solutions in the field; prepare, track, review, and/or approve Budget Modifications and Staff Summaries. Support other program areas as required.  

Education and Experience:  

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution in public administration, business administration, finance, engineering or a related field. Ten (10) years of related experience and seven (7) years must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity; or a satisfactory equivalent of education and experience.  

Desired Skills:  

•                      Financial analysis and personal computer skills   

•                      A bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering (i.e. mechanical, electrical) is desired.   

•                      Knowledge and experience preparing user-specific scopes of work and overseeing the implementation of projects that require comprehensive scheduling & coordination in field construction.   

•                      Knowledge of NYCT capital program.    

•                      Ability to develop, collect, formulate, and maintain databases, spreadsheets, estimates, project schedules and reports.   

•                      Budget and planning experience preferred.  

•                      Strong project management and problem resolution skills.   

•                      Understanding of transportation and engineering concepts; familiarity with NYCT’s subway system and capital plans/programs is desired.  

•                      Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and administrative staff.   

•                      Excellent written and verbal communication skills   

•                      Strong computer skills, financial analysis, budget, and project management experience  

Selection Method:  

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

All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.  

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”).  

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.