Executive Director of METRO Projects for Metro Transit

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Executive Director of METRO Projects for Metro Transit

Salary

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Location

Twin Cities area, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2023-00277

Division

Regional Administration

Department

Regional Administrator

Opening Date

09/21/2023

• Description

• Benefits

WHO WE ARE

METROPOLITAN COUNCIL SEEKS AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF METRO PROJECTS FOR METRO TRANSIT

The Metropolitan Council is seeking a strategic and innovative leader to lead a new division in the organization that will oversee regional transitway infrastructure projects. The Executive Director of METRO Projects for Metro Transit will oversee the development of a portfolio of regional transitway infrastructure projects within the Met Council’s capital program. These projects include light rail and bus rapid transit projects of significant size, complexity, and financial impact. This position will also help lead the development of the Met Council’s strategic vision for regional transportation infrastructure and utilize industry best practices for development that facilitates transition from construction to operations. To learn more about this position, please see the full description (https://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Exec-Director-of-Regional-Transit-Infrastructure.aspx) .

The position reports to the Regional Administrator and will have direct and frequent access to the Chair of the Metropolitan Council. The position also includes working closely with the Metro Transit General Manager. This role requires a high level of leadership ability and judgment to address a broad range of operational, organizational, political, and financial issues.

The ideal candidate is an innovative, strategic leader who has expertise in managing complex projects with a strong knowledge of transit capital projects. They are a skilled negotiator who is able to successfully collaborate with external stakeholders in the delivery of transit projects for the region. They’re also an experienced manager with exceptional skills in preparing complex budgets and effectively directing the work of managerial and professional staff. In addition, they are a strong communicator with experience explaining the value of public transit to a wide array of audiences.

Starting salary range is $210,000 - $275,000 (based on qualifications and experience) plus excellent benefits!

This position is open until filled. Initial review will begin on October 16, 2023. For more information, please contact Lynette Andersen atlynette.andersen@metc.state.mn.us.

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic

• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

• parking at many job locations

• fitness centers at many job locations

• Employee Assistance Program

• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

Agency

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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