Light Rail Transit Unit Manager

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Office of Equal Opportunity supports the role of the Metropolitan Council as an Equal Opportunity Employer and its employment practices and business operations, to reflect a sense of value and respect for diversity among its employees, customers, and the citizens of the seven-county metropolitan area.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

This position is eligible for a hybrid (remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

• Supervise EO Consultants, administrative assistants, and interns
• Coordinate, distribute work, provide work instruction, coach, monitor work, train, and evaluate the performance of the above
• Oversee compliance requirements
• Comply with regulatory reporting requirements
• Oversee small business contracting goals
• Manage contract bid evaluations
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Triennial Audit
• Administer Equity, Equal Opportunity, and/or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Metropolitan Council Underutilized Business (MCUB) programs
• Ensure compliance with all rules and regulations
• Provide advice and consultation
• Complete research and resolution activities
• Other related duties as assigned

Any of the following combinations of education (in law, human resources, public administration, social sciences, or similar) and relevant experience in a diversity-related field:

• Juris Doctor (JD) and 2 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory/management position
• Master's degree and 3 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory/management position
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory/management position
• Associate's degree and 7 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory/management position
• High school diploma/GED and 9 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory/management position

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Experience with small business contracting program administration
• Experience working on large capital construction projects
• Experience interpreting and implementing federal regulation, state statute, and organizational policy
• Experience with government procurement processes and procedures
• Experience conducting community outreach and engagement activities with internal and external partners from diverse backgrounds

• Knowledge of statutes, rules, and regulations related to programs administered
• Knowledge of program management and administration
• Skill in word processing, spreadsheets, emails, and department-specific databases
• Analytical skills
• Research skills
• Ability to write clearly and concisely
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workloads to meet established deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively before small and large groups
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Ability to coordinate and distribute work appropriately, provide work instruction, coach, and monitor the work of subordinates

Union/Grade: MANA, Grade I
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a standard office setting. Some positions may require travel between primary work sites to other sites. Ability and willingness to travel in the metro area occasionally.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications
2. We rate your education and experience
3. We conduct a structured panel interview
4. We conduct a selection interview

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position) and criminal background checks if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.