Director of Capital Program Planning

At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs Core Values are built around safety service equity sustainability and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and values. This includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Director of Capital Program Planning for Capital Strategy will manage and lead collaborative decision-making processes to shape the MBTAs capital program through the development of a long-term capital plan that looks beyond the scope and horizon of the MBTAs multi-billion-dollar five-year Capital Investment Plan (CIP). In partnership with stakeholders across the organization this position will oversee and implement MBTA-wide policies and processes to define develop prioritize and fund capital programs and projects aligned with the agencys strategic priorities and system particular

The position will oversee a team of one senior manager and one analyst. This position will have demonstrated experience in strategic planning resource management policy development budget development and management and/or project management. The Director must be comfortable working independently and across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills excellent written and oral communication skills and negotiation and conflict management skills are required.

• Develop a long-term capital plan that will guide and inform the annual process to update the MBTAs five-year CIP working closely with the MBTA leadership team asset owners project managers and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of long-term and large-scale planning efforts such as the Program for Mass Transportation (PMT) the MBTAs 25-year capital plan and Full T Ahead the MBTAs long-term vision for delivering better service across all modes of transit.
• Lead efforts to mature internal decision-making frameworks to support a data-driven and informed prioritization exercise that aligns the MBTAs capital program with the goal and needs of the agency.
• Support efforts to continually improve the integration utilization and analysis of asset and capital project data to support a more robust understanding of the agencys capital investments needs and the alignment of those needs with available funding sources and agency goals and objectives.
• Develop executive-level and public-facing presentations reports and memos to effectively communicate details about the MBTAs capital program competitive funding strategy and on-going status updates.
• Lead cross-functional working groups of internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop a range of policies and guidance to support the MBTAs capital program.
• Support the development of the Capital Planning Department including hiring training and managing staff as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve MBTA policies processes data collection and reporting to maximize the impact of capital investments.
• On relevant matters liaise with external partners including the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) the Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization and other State entities such as the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (A&F) and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA).
• Adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Supervision

• Direct supervision of Deputy Director and/or Analysts.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Government Economics Urban Planning Engineering Architecture or related field.
• Seven (7) years of relevant progressively responsible experience overseeing planning grant writing or project management processes.
• Five (5) years of supervisory managerial project management and/or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience and results in collaborating with an executive team to drive organizational change.
• Highly organized with ability to manage time resources and people with an exceptional ability to handle multiple programs simultaneously.
• Excellent communication analytical and presentation skills with ability to obtain buy-in with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization and influence their decision-making.
• Demonstrated data-driven decision-making skills ability to conduct program analysis and identify key performance indicators.
• Ability to learn quickly take direction and work independently and to use creative collaborative and consultative approaches to resolve issues.
• Advanced expertise in MS Office Excel PowerPoint and database applications.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and motivate staff particularly in a public sector environment.

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• An associates degree from an accredited institution and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• A masters degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Masters degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration Business Administration Engineering Architecture Planning or a related field.
• Experienced and comfortable communicating with the press the public and elected officials.
• Experience in planning budgeting or project management processes in a public agency or within the transportation industry.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding working in their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
2. Application Completion: It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
3. Application Deadlines:Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
5. Work Eligibility:All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
6. Interviews:Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions:Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. On-call or 24/7 Positions:Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
9. Essential / Emergency Staff:During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
10. ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or .
11. Diversity Equity and Inclusion:The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.