Deputy Chief of Staff-Cabinet Office (Capital Delivery)

Salary range is $130k to $230k, with a midpoint of $175k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the general direction of the Chief of Staff - Cabinet (COS), the Deputy Chief of Staff - Cabinet (DCOS) serves as a strategic partner responsible for coordinating and advancing the work of the Cabinet, under the direction of the Chief of Staff - Cabinet, and at other times, Cabinet member.

Manages and oversees strategic initiatives and projects to drive Cabinet member priorities and objectives aligned with Agency vision, priorities, and objectives. Manages and implements Cabinet department level goals, develops recommendations, develops and manages budget and supports onboarding new departmental leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are 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.

• Serves as partner to the Chief of Staff - Cabinet by providing candid, high-level advice and policy recommendations on a wide variety of programs, issues, and initiatives requiring Cabinet member attention or decision.
• Manages high-priority projects in the Cabinet office, which frequently involves convening cross-functional teams, tracking tasks, planning meetings and events, and developing content.
• Research, write, edit, and/or coordinate preparation of special reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Reviews and analyzes proposals, inquiries, recommendations, and other communications forwarded to the COS, and solicits comments on materials generated by the Cabinet member.
• Prepares a variety of briefings, reports, information papers, decision papers, and other materials.
• Liaises between designated departments and divisions and the COS; communicates effectively on behalf of COS.
• Participates in departmental business and goal planning, problem resolution.
• Gathers, investigates, researches, analyzes, and/or studies information affecting agency-wide intradepartmental or interdepartmental operations.
• Anticipates, identifies, and troubleshoots issues of concern or significance; exercises discretion to provide timely information and necessary updates to the COS and across multiple other stakeholders.
• Ensures that matters and materials requiring the attention of the Cabinet member are thoroughly developed, researched, and evaluated; responds to routine inquiries as delegated by the COS or Cabinet member.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, Transportation, Construction Management, or closely related field and six years of experience in transit or transportation planning, engineering or construction management, project or program management, strategy, or administrative services; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years of leadership, budgetary, planning, and workforce management experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strategic thinking and planning with knowledge of the goals, objectives, structure, and operations of Sound Transit.
• Strong active listening, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, proficiency in using self-assessment and self-management skills to participate effectively and constructively as a team member to ensure group success over individual goals.
• Skill in direct, respectful verbal and written communication that balances ensuring tasks are done with concern for people.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills; adaptability to meet changing demands.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit correspondence and other written materials using English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to research, gather data, compile information, and prepare written reports.
• Ability to perform and complete complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
• Developing and monitoring divisional and program/project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and address a wide variety of issues and problems in a mature and highly professional manner in a high-intensity environment.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Professional maturity, self-awareness, curiosity, and a strong interest in personal and professional growth and learning.
• Fluency with MS tools, including PowerPoint and Excel.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard hybrid office environment.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action 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.