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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 day ago

Assistant Vice President- Finance and Performance

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$173K/yr - $202K/yr

12+ years exp

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is responsible for managing the transportation network in New York. They are seeking an Assistant Vice President for Finance and Performance to oversee the strategy, finance, and administrative functions of the Maintenance of Equipment department, focusing on budgeting and scheduling to ensure safe operations of rail equipment.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Provide direction and the necessary technical resources to achieve established goals and objectives for all assigned projects during the planning, design and construction phases. Develop MofE Metro-North One strategic plan initiatives, publish executive reports and provide MTA board reports as needed for MofE

Oversee the overall performance of the department, with responsibility for monitoring efficiencies, identifying performance bottlenecks, implementing process improvement strategies, analyzing data to optimize operations, and ensuring compliance with performance standards

Standardize MofE Functions

Continue to lead the Metro-North (MNR) agency wide Standard Work rollout across MofE

Direct the finance and business administrative functions of all MofE departments and provide support to achieve set goals. Participate in the development of the annual budget submission and hiring plan and ensure that the MofE Department operates within the established budget by designing and instituting the necessary internal processes, protocols, and controls to ensure that the department is within operating and capital budgets, scope, and schedule. Including management of new and existing FBR/Operating Efficiencies within the overall MofE Budget

Monitor business requirements for Capital Programs, Operating Impacts to Capital Programs, Twenty Years needs assessments and asset lifecycles to provide improvements to all processes

Monitor technological and business improvements for MofE departments (i.e. Overtime process improvements, Artificial Intelligence and digital inspections)

Oversee MofE payroll timekeeping operation, budgeted positions and all non-payroll purchases and contracts and the Operations Administration functions

Develop staff finance, administration and Force Accounts (FA) staff, and support of work groups, in expanding system knowledge, reducing operational costs and supporting new requirements for improvement and expansion of Metro-North’s infrastructure and operating technology systems. Provide coordination and oversee various employee developmental programs for the department (i.e. Operational Managers program, Engineer-in-Training Program, Intern program)

Represent Metro-North and provide senior-level participation in any applicable public and government oversight interactions related to MofE

Engage with union leadership and assist with Labor Relations negotiations and assist with settling issues, questions, and disputes, as necessary

Participate in the development of corporate policies, long-range planning, budget review, hiring plans, new initiatives, and projections that affect or involve the MofE Department

Select, develop, and motivate staff and provide career development for team members. Provide effective coaching and counseling. Manage team and individual performance. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables staff to develop and contribute to their full potential

Qualification

Financial PlanningData AnalyticsProject ManagementLeadership SkillsBudgeting PracticesSafety RegulationsCommunication SkillsCrisis ManagementInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeamworkDecision-Making Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials may be considered in lieu of degree to include an additional four (4) years of experience

Minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in a railroad, transportation operations, or public sector environment to include experience in project management, strategy and forecasting, finance and administration, track construction and/or maintenance experience

Minimum seven (7) years' experience managing a diverse group of employees at various levels

Demonstrable leadership skills to motivate and foster teamwork not only within the MofE Department(s), but other departments at MNR, CDOT, MTA, MTA agencies, NJ Transit, Amtrak, and other entities as applicable

Demonstrable leadership skills in the areas of safety, performance, and crisis management

Must be a competent and seasoned leader who will develop the capacities of the organization and have the experience to implement organizational change with strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to create a climate of continuous improvement

Outstanding communication skills with a prominence on effective public speaking, use of diplomacy, and tact resulting in positive employee relations within a political/unionized environment

Knowledge of FRA and OSHA regulations

Familiar with budgeting practices of MNR and MTA

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and / or comparable applications

Strong project management, forecasting and coordination skills which include quality control and quality assurance measures within adherence to deadlines

Strong analytical skills in order to analyze new and existing products and/or procedures

Ability to analyze complex situations and make quick and effective decisions based on that analysis

Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster teamwork and direct interaction of work force

Must be able to implement and participate in Metro-North One's strategy to promote a safe work environment

Strong knowledge of safety rules and regulations to promote a safe work environment

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with internal departments and outside agencies

Must be able to work outside of normal working hours as needed

Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis and be available for routine weekend coverage

This position requires a driver's license. Employees driving company vehicles will be subject to License Monitoring and must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position

Preferred

Familiarity with Metro-North Railroad policies and procedures

Familiarity with Metro-North's collective bargaining agreements

Benefits

Commuter Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)

Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)

Pension Plans and Retirement Savings Accounts for eligible employees

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.

Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees

Employee Assistance Programs

MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs

Work Life Services team

Employee Resource Groups

Managerial Benefits

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees