Deputy Executive Director-Enterprise Standards and Governance

Salary range is $165k to $315k, with a midpoint of $240k. 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:

Reporting directly to the Executive Director Agency Controls, the Deputy Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic oversight and management of the organization's technical standards, enterprise lifecycle portfolio governance, and enterprise standards (including Standard Operating Procedures). This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the organization's technical and operational practices align with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

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.

• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technical standards and requirements across the organization.
• Establish and maintain processes for evaluating, approving, and updating technical standards to ensure alignment with evolving operational needs, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Capital Delivery Department, Engineering, Operations, and other departments to ensure the consistent integration into projects and operations.
• Enterprise Lifecycle Portfolio Governance:
• Oversee the development and continued refinement of governance processes for ST's portfolio of projects, identifying critical decision-making points and supporting a wide range of project delivery strategies.
• Implement and manage scalable governance frameworks to evaluate and monitor the performance of the portfolio throughout its lifecycle.
• Provide leadership and guidance to ensure that all projects comply with governance processes and deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Development and Maintenance of Enterprise Standards (Including SOPs):
• Lead the creation, revision, and maintenance of enterprise standards, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), to standardize practices across the organization.
• Ensure that enterprise standards and SOPs are regularly reviewed, updated, and distributed to reflect changes in processes, technologies, or regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of enterprise standards into departmental procedures and processes.
• Maintain clear traceability of policies, procedures, processes, and standards that support regulatory requirements.
• Strategic Planning and Leadership:
• Support the Executive Director in developing the strategic direction for the Enterprise Standards and Governance.
• Act as a subject matter expert on governance and standards across the enterprise, advising leadership and business units on best practices.
• Ensure that enterprise governance and standards initiatives are effectively communicated and supported across the organization.
• 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 Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field and ten years of experience in in information management, data governance, or related roles; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight years of leadership, budgetary, planning, and workforce management experience.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma, Lean, or other process improvement certifications.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven experience in overseeing portfolio governance and lifecycle management for large, complex organizations and/or capital programs.
• Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and managing enterprise-wide standards, including technical standards and SOPs.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, compliance requirements, and process engineering.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a strategic vision and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to guide teams through transitions, implement new technologies, and drive improvements in operational processes.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in enterprise governance and technical operations.
• Skill in leading organizational change by designing governance processes that are adaptable and can be integrated with existing systems and workflows. Ability to guide staff through changes effectively.
• Expertise in developing and implementing standards, policies, and procedures that guide decision-making and operations across the agency.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience with designing and implementation processes and procedures in compliance with FTA Oversight Procedures.
• Advanced System Thinking: Understanding how different parts of the agency interact and influence each other, and designing governance processes that facilitate coordination and synergy across departments.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a 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.