Manager - Bus Rapid Transit

Overview

As the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Manager, you will lead the BRT implementation strategy and direct, organize, and provide oversight of the capital program. You will also act as the product owner of BRT, consulting and coordinating with managers, directors, the Executive Team, and the Board of Directors to further develop the product and its brand.

Essential Duties

• Act as a subject matter expert and support individual project managers and matrixed program managers on all aspects of the project cycle. Develop a business case for project partnership and implementation. Monitor program dependencies and risks to ensure timely and coordinated delivery of program elements. Provide oversight on the development of initial project schedules through project close out. Work with planners and engineers within Community Transit to seek conceptual project approval for projects proposed by outside parties.
• Supervise and lead team, determine staff requirements, prioritize and assign work, train staff, conduct performance reviews, and assist with career development opportunities.
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the program strategy and vision for Community Transit’s approach to BRT service, including its expansion and improvement. Seek opportunities to partner with cities to plan, design, and implement transit related improvements to improve mobility.
• Manage the $100M+ program budget and allocate funds across projects to meet program and agency goals. Develop financial strategies and funding options for new projects, including planning and preparation for grant applications. Work with the Grants Manager to develop grant strategies to fund program and set compliance requirements. Work directly with Federal regulators to ensure and maintain access to major funding sources.
• Establish strong relationships and communication paths with stakeholders on BRT projects and potential impacts. Prepare reports and provide regular presentations to Management, the Executive Team, the Board of Directors, City Councils, and other external forums on the BRT Program.
• Manage and facilitate ongoing coordination and communication with jurisdictional and transit agency partners on inter-related projects and potential impacts. Represent Community Transit’s position and interests on BRT service in jurisdictional forums. Use appropriate discretion to advocate for Community
• Transit’s position while developing and maintaining close professional relationships with partners.
• Work with jurisdictional, operational, and institutional partners to develop and negotiate key contracts. Position Community Transit as a partner of choice.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in transit or transportation planning, public works, transportation engineering, or land use planning
• 3 years of experience defining, scoping, piloting, advancing, evaluating, and/or managing complex projects involving multi-disciplinary teams
• 3 years of experience organizing, presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups

An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.

Knowledge Requirements

• Transit planning principles and research techniques
• Supervision and management principles
• Federal, state, and local legislation and regulations governing land use, environmental impact, and transit operations
• Transportation industry practices and transit operations
• Performance management and review process 

Skill Requirements

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by valuing and leveraging diversity, equity, and inclusion to uphold Community Transit’s Core Values and achieve the organization’s vision and mission. Inspiring and fostering team commitment, pride, and trust. Facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals while treating others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.
• Relationship building and strong interpersonal and written communication
• Public speaking and presenting
• Negotiating
• Decision making, strategic thinking, and problem solving
• Leading teams and delegating responsibility
• Project and program management
• Time management, multi-tasking, and adjusting to changing priorities
• Budget management
• Adaptability
• Researching, interpreting, developing, and implementing policies and procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• AICP, PMP, or Professional Engineer License.
• Experience in public sector planning, budgeting, managing, or constructing transit and transportation infrastructures
• Experience developing and implementing infrastructure improvements that benefit the customer experience, such as corridor bus priority projects, bus stop amenity projects, or related efforts
• Experience developing dashboards to monitor program performance
• Experience working with municipalities and supporting the development of interagency agreements
• Experience working with and applying for state and federal grants

Working Conditions

• 95-100% of your work will be performed in an office environment and requires you to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. You will be required to move throughout and between different office buildings. Given the nature of this job, you may also be exposed to automotive fumes, odors, and dust and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments. You may also be required to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally. Hybrid telework is available for most administrative personnel.
• 0-5% of your work will be in the field, in varying weather conditions.

Application and Selection Process

• Only on-line applications accepted. 
• Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position is filled.
• Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position.  The evaluation process may include interviews, background check, reference checks and various performance tests.

Employee Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.
• In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

If you are related to or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position may be affected.

Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment.  As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on a basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.  EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.