Chief of Staff

$156,794 - $205,792/Yr

Metropolitan Transportation Authority - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

The Chief of Staff will report directly to the President of the MTA Construction & Development and will play a crucial role in coordinating management functions across the agency. This position focuses on strategic planning, policy development, and ensuring the successful execution of a significant annual capital program valued at approximately $10-15 billion. The Chief of Staff will also manage cross-agency coordination, oversee special projects, and maintain productive relationships with industry partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure departments are working as a team to achieve annual capital commitment goals.
• Set priorities across departments to maximize agency-wide efforts.
• Work closely with the executive leadership team to develop and implement C&D's strategic goals and objectives.
• Facilitate and identify areas for process improvement and develop strategies to address them.
• Manage cross-agency coordination with NYC Transit, Long Island Railroad, Metro-North Railroad, and Bridges & Tunnels.
• Liaise with MTA HQ on critical issues affecting the MTA Capital Program.
• Manage C&D special projects and initiatives, including cost containment and resource management.
• Ensure positive relationships with industry partners to increase capital contract competition.
• Accountable for development and improvement of corporate performance and agency-level reporting.
• Manage internal and external communications, including agency-wide messaging from the President.
• Negotiate solutions to challenging situations and assist in developing creative solutions.
• Supervise staff within the President's Office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Construction, Transportation, Planning, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 12-15 years of related experience in transportation, construction projects, project management, and government project administration.
• Strong leadership skills and willingness to transform policy and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of transportation, construction, and project management issues.
• Proven leader as a change agent with the ability to align business goals with solutions.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively with stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both speaking and writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Benefits

• Eligible for telework one day per week after 30 days of hire.