Manager - Transit Integration

As Manager - Transit Integration, you will develop and facilitate strategic institutional relationships with Sound Transit, Washington State Department of Transportation, the City of Seattle, King County Metro, Pierce Transit, Everett Transit, Washington State Ferries, Snohomish County, and multiple cities within Snohomish County. You will oversee major programs, plans, and projects being conducted by external partners to protect and ensure consideration and incorporation of Community Transit priorities and mobility needs. 

• Develop, advocate, and negotiate Community Transit’s interests in multiple highly visible and complex operating and capital transportation programs, plans, and projects. This includes the Link light rail buildout in Snohomish County, major WSDOT initiatives, major interstate and local construction or traffic management plans, and local jurisdiction plans that may affect the current and future provision of transit services.
• Manage and facilitate ongoing coordination and communication throughout the region on projects and potential impacts. Represent Community Transit’s position and interests in regional transportation discussions. Use appropriate discretion to advocate for Community Transit’s position while developing and maintaining close professional relationships with regional partners.
• Organize, plan, and manage the activities of internal working groups or committees to address specific issues of concern or opportunity. Determine the appropriate size, skill set, and organizational structure necessary to inform, obtain input, build consensus, and represent key stakeholders. Manage and set accountabilities and priorities.
• Supervise staff. Prioritize and assign work, conduct performance evaluations, make hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations, ensure staff is trained, and offer professional development opportunities. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in all staff programs and activities.
• Advise the Chief Planning & Development Officer, CEO, Executive Team, and Board on Regional Integration strategies and provide critical expertise on related policy issues including status, risks, and opportunities. Communicate Board policy and corporate objectives to regional partner staff and ensure that policies and practices are handled consistently.
• Negotiate and develop contracts and interlocal agreements regarding regional initiatives.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in transit, public works, transportation, or land use planning.
• 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

• Principles and practices of transportation service and system planning and their relationship to land use planning.
• Public policy planning processes.
• Supervision and management principles.
• Performance management and review process.
• Federal, state, and local legislation and regulations governing land use, environmental impact, and transit operations.
• Transportation industry practices and transit operations.

Skill Requirements

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by upholding Community Transit’s core values in support of the organization’s vision and mission. Inspiring team commitment, pride, and trust while promoting cooperation and motivating members to achieve shared goals. Demonstrating courtesy, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions.
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships with coworkers, supervisor, the public, and others.
• Public speaking and presenting.
• Negotiating and conflict resolution.
• Ability to think critically, identify strengths and weaknesses and alternate solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Leading teams and delegating responsibility.
• Project management.
• Managing multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Budget planning and administration.
• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies and procedures.
• Professional experience with PC-based software such as MS Office, email, and scheduling applications.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• Experience with public sector planning and coordinating transit and transportation integration.
• Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, or a related field.

Working Conditions

Hybrid telework may be available. Availability is at management discretion and may not be available for this position based on the nature of the work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of office equipment and technology. You may also be required to lift and carry materials up to 20 pounds occasionally, and up to 10 pounds frequently. While performing fieldwork, you may also be exposed to automotive fumes, odors, and dust, and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments and 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.