Transit Capital Supervisor (SDA)

This position is open to current King County Metro Transit employees who have passed the probationary period for their current career service position.

King County Metro Transit is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve in a Special Duty Assignment as the Transit Capital Supervisor for the Capital Division's Planning and Portfolio Management Section. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a high performing team and guide the management of Operational Infrastructure Expansion sub-portfolio and capital planning efforts, shaping the future of our transit system.

Reporting to the Capital Planning and Portfolio Management Section Manager within the Capital Division, the Transit Capital Supervisor will guide a team of 8 capital planners and program/project managers. This team is responsible for planning a wide range of projects and programs within Metro's Fixed Assets portfolio. Our ideal candidate will build strong, strategic teams, provide regular guidance and support, and play a key role in advancing Metro's Capital planning and portfolio management efforts. 

This leadership role calls for someone who can motivate and empower staff, foster innovation and inspire collaboration. The work directly influences how our operational employees and customers experience our transit system every day. 

The Transit Capital Supervisor will also represent Metro Transit in conversations with a diverse group of stakeholders, including internal client divisions within Metro, granting agencies, transit agency and city partners, community leaders, and labor representatives. 

We value diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. If you are ready to bring your passion and enthusiasm for building teams and capital planning for our facilities as well as a deep understanding and appreciation for the vital role they play in the department, we invite you to consider this position! 

This recruitment will be used to fill 1 SDA position, anticipated to last approximately 6 months with possibility for extension. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Special Duty Assignment vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. 

As the Transit Capital Supervisor, you will: 

• Lead the development and management of a team of capital planners and program/project managers. 
• Establish sub-portfolio management best practices for the Operational Infrastructure Expansion capital sub-portfolio – includes 9 programs. 
• Develop and support a positive workplace culture and sense of belonging for employees. 
• Support employee growth and development through regular performance discussions, employee development plans, and annual performance appraisals. 
• Model effective interpersonal, communication and leadership skills including listening, motivating, managing conflicts or crises with courage and composure, and dealing with difficult problems with flexibility and adaptability. 
• Manage resources including staff time, consultant resources, and project and program budgets. Identify resource gaps and propose solutions through additional staffing or consultant support. Lead recruitment efforts to fill vacant positions. 
• Participate in the Capital Planning and Portfolio Management team and provide strategic partnership to the Section Manager. 
• Lead the infrastructure component of Metro’s zero-emission capital program, including base conversions, charging infrastructure and supporting technology needed to fully transition fixed and non-fixed route vehicles in close coordination with the ZE Core Team in the General Manager Office. 
• Oversee budget preparation  
• Develop and maintain successful relationships with internal and external customers, such as Metro Transit Facilities, Vehicle Maintenance, Mobility, Marine, and Bus Operations Divisions, as well as other transit agencies, local jurisdictions, and consultants. 
• Manage planning for programs and develop plans for strategic investment in existing and new infrastructure and facilities. 
• Provide strategic and ongoing contributions to Metro Capital Division's continuing process improvement for capital planning, program management, and portfolio management processes and systems. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Business Management, Public Administration, or related field with 2 (two) years of supervisory and/or management experience in capital project related fields OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform the role effectively. 
• Experience and knowledge in navigating Metro processes such as Getting Things Built, and CIP development, and procurement. 
• Increasingly responsible experience in the field of capital project development. 
• Proven background in people leadership and directing work via supervisor or lead experience, including experience developing and managing workplans 
• Advanced knowledge of capital project planning techniques and principles. 
• Experience developing and managing consultant contracts. 
• Experience building and maintaining excellent relationships with people from diverse backgrounds. 
• Ability to engage in strategic thinking including addressing challenges with innovation, focusing on the customer, and anticipating and planning for future needs. 
• A focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. 
• Knowledge of public finance, budgeting techniques and principles. 
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

Desired Qualifications:  

• Knowledge of engineering techniques and principles (typically found in four years of college training). 
• Advanced knowledge of capital portfolio management techniques and principles. 
• Familiarity with Enterprise Asset Management. 
• Direct experience with the transit industry. 
• Experience with facilities maintenance and/or facilities management principles and best practice. 
• Familiarity with LEED or other green building program best practice. 

Required Application Materials 

1. An online employment application
2. Resume 
3. Letter of Interest (explain why this opportunity aligns with your current career goals, how your qualifications meet or exceed the posted requirements, and what unique strengths or perspectives you will bring to the position)
4. Answers to all supplemental questions

Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or file review.
 

Work Location
This is a hybrid position. The main work site for this position is King Street Center, 201 S Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104.

This team works in a hybrid model, with 3 days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change.

Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Work Schedule 
The work week is normally 40 hours, Monday through Friday. Alternative work schedules may be possible. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and therefore is not eligible for overtime pay.
  
Union Membership: Local 117
 
Job Code: 240501
    
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact: Sianna Weicuss, sweicuss@kingcounty.gov
  
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