Description
Pierce Transit is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Manager of the Service Planning Division—our most senior planning role responsible for shaping the future of our transit service and capital program. This position oversees long-range planning initiatives, guides project development and grant efforts, and manages planning functions for existing capital facilities.
The ideal candidate will bring strong managerial expertise, a deep understanding of transportation planning, and the ability to lead high-performing teams through complex, multi-disciplinary work. If you are a collaborative, forward-thinking planner committed to delivering innovative and effective transit solutions, we invite you to join our leadership team.
BENEFITS:
At Pierce Transit, our employees’ health is important to us too! That’s why we offer three on-site employee fitness rooms and an incredible Wellness Program in addition to excellent medical, dental, and vision packages.
If your career goals change while you are employed, we are here to help. Pierce Transit offers $5,000 per year (up to a total of $18,000) in Tuition Assistance after your one-year anniversary. Certifications, and career skills must be connected to a job at Pierce Transit.
All Pierce Transit employees are required to participate in the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Pierce Transit offers two Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans to choose from, PERS2 and PERS3, as well as a matching program for 457 deferred compensation. (Employees who have participated in the Tacoma Employee's Retirement System (TERS) may elect to continue to participate in that system.)
Employees are not covered under the Social Security System except for a 1.45% payment for Medicare.
Pierce Transit provides an ORCA Card benefit for each employee and a family member. This benefit provides free access to service on Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Seattle Monorail, Seattle Streetcar, King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Foot Ferry.
PAID LEAVE:
Full-time Pierce Transit employees receive 11 paid holidays, 2 personal paid holidays, 6 days of major sick leave, 22 days of paid time off (PTO) per year, and the ability to earn up to 2 Wellness Days by participating in a qualifying wellness activity and the annual survey. PTO accrual rates increase per policy.
If you're not currently living in the Lakewood-area, that's not a problem! We may be able to help with reimbursing up to $2,500 in moving expenses for those who physically relocate their primary residence to the Pierce/King/Thurston County area (substantiated with receipts). Washington State was recently recognized as being number 1 in the nation for quality of life; read more about that here.
The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Leads and directs agency’s planning efforts for service delivery and capital. Establishes and monitors implementation of department’s goals, objectives, and annual work programs.
- Oversees project development efforts for capital and service planning. Develops recommendations on capital and grant projects for the agency. Oversees the agency’s Long-Range Planning and project development efforts, including writing or guiding requests for proposals or qualifications for new projects and participating on review and project selections.
- Oversees service scheduling group.
- Develops preliminary project cost estimates and budgets. Manages assigned budget and monitors and controls expenditures.
- Prepares, reviews, interprets, and analyzes a variety of information, data and reports. Provides advice, counsel, and makes recommendations in alignment with strategic plan.
- Attends, chairs, and conducts a variety of meetings within the Agency and in the community. Serves on committees and task forces in cooperation and coordination with other key staff. Represents the Agency at local and regional meetings; makes oral presentations at meetings, conferences, and other events.
- Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance.
- Performs related work as required.
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Administration or a related field
- Seven (7) years increasingly responsible planning experience in a transit agency, or in a transportation-related industry, including supervisory experience.
Desired:
- Public sector experience desired.
- Master’s degree desired.
Physical Requirements: The position involves sedentary work, such as exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Involves sitting most of the time, with common physical demands involving desk or office related work.
Licensing, certifications, and other legal requirements:
Individuals must pass a background check.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of employee supervision
- Federal, state, and local regulations
- Grant processes, policies, and applications
- Public transportation service administration principles and practices
- Budgeting principles and practices
- Business English
- Standard office procedures
- Microsoft Office products
Skill in:
- Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature (multi-tasking)
- Communications (verbal and written)
- Strategic thinking and tactical planning
- Negotiation
- Organizational/time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Computer and database skills
Ability to:
- Develop, evaluate, and recommend, and implement processes and procedures
- Develop and manage budgets
- Analyze data and develop recommendations
- Monitor and ensure regulatory compliance
- Manage and administer programs, services, and operations
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
- Follow verbal and written instructions
Competencies
- Prioritizes and organizes actions, resources, and other people to achieve targeted objectives.
- Demonstrates the ability to manage the course of a project in the most efficient and effective way.
- Working effectively and productively with others, sometimes in a team setting. Working cooperatively, effectively and productively with internal and external customers.
- Clearly assigns responsibilities for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures, monitors process, progress, and results; provides feedback to employees and management.
- Independently performing and accomplishing assignments and serving as a source of supply and support for the department, customers, and/or the organization.
- Understands the organization’s structure and culture.
Education Requirements
Any required education must come from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U S Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply online:
- The online application must include a chronological work and/or education history covering ten years.
- Applicants must also attach a cover letter stating how they meet the qualifications for the position in order to be considered.
- At least 3 professional references to include a recent or current supervisor with names, email addresses and current phone numbers.
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:
- Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
- Please ensure that your work history has been updated to include employment end dates as applicable.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the information provided in the supplemental questions and the content and completeness of the "work experience" and education sections of your application at www.piercetransit/careers/.
- A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
- All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Pierce Transit Human Resources @ 253-581-8095 or jobs@piercetransit.org
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.
Pierce Transit Is An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Pierce Transit has a strong commitment to the community we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
Pierce Transit's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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