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via OCTA - Orange County Transportation Authority
schedule_type: Full-time
Overview
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare,
Overview
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.
We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents.
Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.
Overview:
Under general guidance, supervises the procurement of goods and services through the use of procurement teams assigned to specific Divisions/Departments. Procurements may include acquisition of commodities, consultant services, public works construction, contract transportation, and other external goods and services.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade T: Min $113,713.60 – Mid $135,283.20 – Max $156,832.00 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.
The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
• Ensures agency compliance with the rulings and decisions of appropriate administrative and judicial authorities pertaining to procurement practices (such as Federal Acquisition Regulations).
• Ensures agency compliance with procurement requirements and regulations of funding agencies for grant fund usage. Acts as key agency resource for procurement information.
• Ensures appropriate procurement practices and policies are defined, updated as necessary, and adhered to by the procurement staff.
• Assigns staff to procurement teams. Evaluates and modifies the procurement teams to balance workloads. Ensures procurement teams have prepared procurement schedules.
• Ensures the procurement team members receive appropriate and on-going training in the areas of procurement, inter personal skills, planning, and basic accounting principles. Supervises the performance and development of staff, including recruiting, career development, discipline, and performance evaluation issues.
• Ensures that agency departments and the procurement teams are communicating effectively.
• Seeks methods and tools to improve service while reducing costs.
• Ensures that the established Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and small business goals are being actively pursued by the teams.
• Plans and conducts procurement quality assurance reviews and implements changes as appropriate. Reviews procurement files for conformance and compliance with federal requirements.
• Stays informed of developments in the field. Establishes and maintains network of professional contacts.
• Prepares management reports.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field with a minimum of approximately six years progressively responsible experience in procurement and contracts, three years of which are management.
Knowledge of:
• Public contracting principles, including proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract law, and finance.
• Federal and California State laws applicable to contracts and procurement.
• Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Purchasing principles such as the UCC.
• Use of personal computers to enhance productivity, electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Accounting principles.
Ability to:
• Negotiate contracts and develop negotiating strategies.
• Interpret and apply contract principles.
• Analyze supplier and agency requirements and prepare contract clauses which will protect agency while accommodating the supplier's needs.
• Supervise, organize, and coordinate the work of others.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.
We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents.
Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.
Overview:
Under general guidance, supervises the procurement of goods and services through the use of procurement teams assigned to specific Divisions/Departments. Procurements may include acquisition of commodities, consultant services, public works construction, contract transportation, and other external goods and services.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade T: Min $113,713.60 – Mid $135,283.20 – Max $156,832.00 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.
The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
• Ensures agency compliance with the rulings and decisions of appropriate administrative and judicial authorities pertaining to procurement practices (such as Federal Acquisition Regulations).
• Ensures agency compliance with procurement requirements and regulations of funding agencies for grant fund usage. Acts as key agency resource for procurement information.
• Ensures appropriate procurement practices and policies are defined, updated as necessary, and adhered to by the procurement staff.
• Assigns staff to procurement teams. Evaluates and modifies the procurement teams to balance workloads. Ensures procurement teams have prepared procurement schedules.
• Ensures the procurement team members receive appropriate and on-going training in the areas of procurement, inter personal skills, planning, and basic accounting principles. Supervises the performance and development of staff, including recruiting, career development, discipline, and performance evaluation issues.
• Ensures that agency departments and the procurement teams are communicating effectively.
• Seeks methods and tools to improve service while reducing costs.
• Ensures that the established Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and small business goals are being actively pursued by the teams.
• Plans and conducts procurement quality assurance reviews and implements changes as appropriate. Reviews procurement files for conformance and compliance with federal requirements.
• Stays informed of developments in the field. Establishes and maintains network of professional contacts.
• Prepares management reports.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field with a minimum of approximately six years progressively responsible experience in procurement and contracts, three years of which are management.
Knowledge of:
• Public contracting principles, including proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract law, and finance.
• Federal and California State laws applicable to contracts and procurement.
• Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Purchasing principles such as the UCC.
• Use of personal computers to enhance productivity, electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Accounting principles.
Ability to:
• Negotiate contracts and develop negotiating strategies.
• Interpret and apply contract principles.
• Analyze supplier and agency requirements and prepare contract clauses which will protect agency while accommodating the supplier's needs.
• Supervise, organize, and coordinate the work of others.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
via OCTA - Orange County Transportation Authority
posted_at: 28 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare,
Overview
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.
We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents.
Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.
Overview:
Under general direction, participates in the planning, estimating, scheduling, project budgeting, cost and schedule control, progress reporting, monitoring and control of transportation projects managed by the Capital Program Division. Works with Project Controls team members in following and developing the best practices of project Controls.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade R: Min $90,147.20 – Mid $107,452.80 – Max $124,758.40 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.
This posting will remain open until filled.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.
Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.
• Develops as well as reviews capital project data including project cost estimates, baseline schedules, budgets, forecast at completion and funding sources. Ensures all data is accurately reflected and monitored in Primavera and other related tracking and/or reporting software in a timely manner.
• Reviews and updates schedule progress and expenditures against project plans and budgets.
• Reviews design and construction CPM schedules to ensure conformance with project delivery requirements.
• Uses computer-based spreadsheet and word processing programs and Primavera scheduling software.
• Reviews and processes design and construction invoices.
• Prepares final project cost reports and initiates the project close–out process.
• May coach team members with skills used in Project Controls software - Primavera.
Learning Agility: Seeks feedback actively and strives to improve based on that feedback. Strive for continual improvement.
• Understands and applies procedures for scheduling engineering and construction projects, cost estimating, cost control, construction materials, and construction methods.
• Understands and applies general principles of financial systems software including, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account coding, as related to Project Controls’ function.
Develops Strategic Perspective: Knows how immediate work relates to organizational strategy, translates into actionable steps.
• Compiles and presents reports on project accomplishments and progress.
• Assists project management in the development of the annual fiscal year department and fund budgets.
• Communicates and interfaces effectively with project team members, consultants, and outside agencies.
Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.
• Analyzes projects costs to assure conformance with available funding sources at various phases of the project.
• Performs schedule update analysis, critical path analysis and Delay/time Impact Analysis. Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and earned value reporting.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field with a minimum of five years’ experience in the engineering and/or construction industry.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
Why OCTA...
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.
OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.
We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents.
Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.
Overview:
Under general direction, participates in the planning, estimating, scheduling, project budgeting, cost and schedule control, progress reporting, monitoring and control of transportation projects managed by the Capital Program Division. Works with Project Controls team members in following and developing the best practices of project Controls.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade R: Min $90,147.20 – Mid $107,452.80 – Max $124,758.40 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.
This posting will remain open until filled.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.
Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.
• Develops as well as reviews capital project data including project cost estimates, baseline schedules, budgets, forecast at completion and funding sources. Ensures all data is accurately reflected and monitored in Primavera and other related tracking and/or reporting software in a timely manner.
• Reviews and updates schedule progress and expenditures against project plans and budgets.
• Reviews design and construction CPM schedules to ensure conformance with project delivery requirements.
• Uses computer-based spreadsheet and word processing programs and Primavera scheduling software.
• Reviews and processes design and construction invoices.
• Prepares final project cost reports and initiates the project close–out process.
• May coach team members with skills used in Project Controls software - Primavera.
Learning Agility: Seeks feedback actively and strives to improve based on that feedback. Strive for continual improvement.
• Understands and applies procedures for scheduling engineering and construction projects, cost estimating, cost control, construction materials, and construction methods.
• Understands and applies general principles of financial systems software including, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account coding, as related to Project Controls’ function.
Develops Strategic Perspective: Knows how immediate work relates to organizational strategy, translates into actionable steps.
• Compiles and presents reports on project accomplishments and progress.
• Assists project management in the development of the annual fiscal year department and fund budgets.
• Communicates and interfaces effectively with project team members, consultants, and outside agencies.
Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.
• Analyzes projects costs to assure conformance with available funding sources at various phases of the project.
• Performs schedule update analysis, critical path analysis and Delay/time Impact Analysis. Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and earned value reporting.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field with a minimum of five years’ experience in the engineering and/or construction industry.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
via OCTA - Orange County Transportation Authority
schedule_type: Full-time
Overview
About the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency...
The Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor is a joint powers authority that works to increase ridership, revenue, capacity, reliability, coordination and safety on the coastal rail line between San Diego, Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. The LOSSAN Agency assumed management responsibility for the Pacific Surfliner service in July 2015, following the execution of an interagency
Overview
About the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency...
The Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor is a joint powers authority that works to increase ridership, revenue, capacity, reliability, coordination and safety on the coastal rail line between San Diego, Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. The LOSSAN Agency assumed management responsibility for the Pacific Surfliner service in July 2015, following the execution of an interagency transfer agreement with the state of California. The Pacific Surfliner travels along a 351-mile coastal rail route through San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, serving 29 stations. It is the busiest state-supported intercity passenger rail route in the United States with 24 daily trains and annual ridership of nearly 3 million. The LOSSAN Agency is staffed by the Orange County Transportation Authority.
Overview:
This position operates as the primary back-up to the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor Agency (Agency) Managing Director and provides support for the Managing Director working towards the achievement of Agency goals. Provides direction to all functional areas within the Agency.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade X: $200,000.00 - $240,000.00 annually, dependent upon qualifications; at the discretion of the CEO.
This posting will remain open until filled.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.
Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.
• Supports the Managing Director in coordinating activities among the functional units within the organization to achieve agency goals.
• Assists the Managing Director in providing overall leadership of the agency in formulating and achieving agency objectives.
• Directs the development of regular Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Technical Advisory Committee agendas, solicits input and oversees communications with member agencies and the Board of Directors. Attends Board and committee meetings and advises Board and committee members. Frequently interacts with the Board of Directors (Board) on a wide range of issues.
• Formulates agency policies and directives that support the agency’s goals and initiatives.
• Plans, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff. Monitors activities assigned to staff to ensure conformance with goals and objectives of reporting unit and facilitates the attainment and continuation of peak organizational performance. Coordinates with the Managing Director, staff, and contracted service operators to strategize and implement service improvements, commercial policies, cost efficiencies, and productivity efficiencies.
• Oversees, monitors, and adheres to the agency’s budget, goals, and schedules, which comply with agency-wide fiscal responsibility. Represents the agency and the Managing Director as designated in meetings, as a committee member, and before community and business groups. Serves as a backup to the Managing Directors.
Develops Strategic Perspective: Knows how immediate work relates to organizational strategy, translates into actionable steps.
• Assists the Managing Director in developing and implementing short-range and long-range goals/service initiatives consistent with the strategic plan, annual business plan, and annual Board goals and initiatives, to support the achievement of the agency’s strategic vision.
• Assists the Managing Director in the development of the annual business plan, including the planning and implementation of service initiatives to guide the agency’s future programs and activities for presentation to the Board of Directors for approval.
• Provides counsel to the Managing Director on significant matters affecting agency operations and policies.
• Assists the Managing Director in formulating, directing and overseeing strategic rail planning and corridor-wide stakeholder coordination.
Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.
• Assists the Managing Director with negotiating and monitoring of the Interagency Transfer Agreement with California State Transportation Agency the California Department of Transportation, administrative services agreement and other key agreements.
• Develops and provides oversight and reporting on agency-wide performance objectives.
Works in a Collaborative Manner with Others: Works in a collaborative manner with others, helps resolve unproductive conflict.
• Communicates clearly and persuasively with appointed and elected government officials, business and community organizations, interest groups, customers, employees, and members of the general public.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with government officials, boards, other agencies and stakeholders. Maintains ongoing communication and coordination with other governments, agencies and stakeholders to coordinate on corridor-wide priorities and issues.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business or management with a minimum of eight years of senior management experience. An advanced degree is preferred. Transportation experience is required.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
About the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency...
The Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor is a joint powers authority that works to increase ridership, revenue, capacity, reliability, coordination and safety on the coastal rail line between San Diego, Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. The LOSSAN Agency assumed management responsibility for the Pacific Surfliner service in July 2015, following the execution of an interagency transfer agreement with the state of California. The Pacific Surfliner travels along a 351-mile coastal rail route through San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, serving 29 stations. It is the busiest state-supported intercity passenger rail route in the United States with 24 daily trains and annual ridership of nearly 3 million. The LOSSAN Agency is staffed by the Orange County Transportation Authority.
Overview:
This position operates as the primary back-up to the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor Agency (Agency) Managing Director and provides support for the Managing Director working towards the achievement of Agency goals. Provides direction to all functional areas within the Agency.
This is an exempt position in Salary Grade X: $200,000.00 - $240,000.00 annually, dependent upon qualifications; at the discretion of the CEO.
This posting will remain open until filled.
Responsibilities
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.
Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.
• Supports the Managing Director in coordinating activities among the functional units within the organization to achieve agency goals.
• Assists the Managing Director in providing overall leadership of the agency in formulating and achieving agency objectives.
• Directs the development of regular Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Technical Advisory Committee agendas, solicits input and oversees communications with member agencies and the Board of Directors. Attends Board and committee meetings and advises Board and committee members. Frequently interacts with the Board of Directors (Board) on a wide range of issues.
• Formulates agency policies and directives that support the agency’s goals and initiatives.
• Plans, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff. Monitors activities assigned to staff to ensure conformance with goals and objectives of reporting unit and facilitates the attainment and continuation of peak organizational performance. Coordinates with the Managing Director, staff, and contracted service operators to strategize and implement service improvements, commercial policies, cost efficiencies, and productivity efficiencies.
• Oversees, monitors, and adheres to the agency’s budget, goals, and schedules, which comply with agency-wide fiscal responsibility. Represents the agency and the Managing Director as designated in meetings, as a committee member, and before community and business groups. Serves as a backup to the Managing Directors.
Develops Strategic Perspective: Knows how immediate work relates to organizational strategy, translates into actionable steps.
• Assists the Managing Director in developing and implementing short-range and long-range goals/service initiatives consistent with the strategic plan, annual business plan, and annual Board goals and initiatives, to support the achievement of the agency’s strategic vision.
• Assists the Managing Director in the development of the annual business plan, including the planning and implementation of service initiatives to guide the agency’s future programs and activities for presentation to the Board of Directors for approval.
• Provides counsel to the Managing Director on significant matters affecting agency operations and policies.
• Assists the Managing Director in formulating, directing and overseeing strategic rail planning and corridor-wide stakeholder coordination.
Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.
• Assists the Managing Director with negotiating and monitoring of the Interagency Transfer Agreement with California State Transportation Agency the California Department of Transportation, administrative services agreement and other key agreements.
• Develops and provides oversight and reporting on agency-wide performance objectives.
Works in a Collaborative Manner with Others: Works in a collaborative manner with others, helps resolve unproductive conflict.
• Communicates clearly and persuasively with appointed and elected government officials, business and community organizations, interest groups, customers, employees, and members of the general public.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with government officials, boards, other agencies and stakeholders. Maintains ongoing communication and coordination with other governments, agencies and stakeholders to coordinate on corridor-wide priorities and issues.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business or management with a minimum of eight years of senior management experience. An advanced degree is preferred. Transportation experience is required.
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
Positions in this class typically require:
• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Requires ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Positions in this class typically require: Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.
Compensation and Benefits:
OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more.
OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status Show more details...
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