Assistant Vice President, Facility Management Job ID: 10583 Business Unit: Bridges and Tunnels Location: Various, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: OPS/Triborough-Bx. Admin. Date Posted: Feb 13, 2025 Description JOB INFORMATION Resume Due Date: February 27, 2025 Functional Job Title: Assistant Vice President , Facility Management Department/Division: F acility Management Work Location: Various This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. COMPENSATION Earnings Potential: $1 53,413 - $ 199,622 Hay Points: 1 312 Overtime Eligibility: Not eligible for paid overtime in accordance with FLSA SUMMARY: The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Facility Management provides leadership, supervision, and policy development for routine maintenance, major repairs, and capital-related projects across MTA Bridges and Tunnels (B&T) facilities. This role supports the planning, management, and operation of one or more bridge and tunnel facilities, ensuring safe, secure, and efficient transportation corridors for the public. The incumbent will implement traffic management solutions, oversee facility maintenance and operations, and coordinate with internal and external partners to align with agency goals. This position also plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, managing vendor contracts, and contributing to sustainability initiatives that enhance infrastructure resilience. The incumbent will work closely with senior leadership, serving as a delegate for the Vice President when needed and leading special projects. Additionally, this role involves engagement with elected officials, community boards, and stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with public needs. Key Responsibilities: Facility Operations & Performance Management : Support the 24/7 operation of one or more bridge and tunnel facilities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and service quality. Oversee routine maintenance, significant repairs, and capital projects, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards. Implement policies and procedures while providing guidance on operational and maintenance initiatives. Assist in staffing, training, vendor relations, and budget management to promote efficient facility operations. Contribute to operational improvements aligned with agency priorities and customer experience enhancements. Emergency & Incident Management : Coordinate response efforts for emergencies and incidents to ensure public safety and minimize service disruptions. Ensure state-of-good-repair initiatives are effectively executed while maintaining facility integrity. Collaborate with law enforcement, internal security, and emergency response teams to enhance safety measures. Strategic Initiatives & Capital Project Oversight : Support senior leadership by providing input on maintenance and construction policies and initiatives. Assist in managing high-priority, cross-departmental projects, ensuring strategic alignment. Work with Construction and Development (Facility Engineering) to plan and execute major maintenance and capital projects with minimal customer impact. Utilize advanced technologies to impr ove toll enforcement, compliance monitoring, and operational efficiency. Community & Stakeholder Engagement : Engage with elected officials, community boards, and public stakeholders to address concerns and align projects with community needs. Represent the agency in public forums, hearings, and industry events to foster trust and collaboration. Provide timely updates on project impacts, benefits, and progress, maintaining open feedback channels. Coordinate project activities to minimize public inconvenience and disruptions. Compliance, Labor Relations & Budget Oversight : Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and collective bargaining agreements. Assist in labor relations and coordinate with MTA HQ and regional partners to ensure seamless operations. Help oversee budgetary oversight, risk management, and vendor contracts to support efficient facility management. Facilities: + Bridges South: Verrazzano-Narrows, Marine Parkway, Cross Bay Bridge + Bridges North: Robert F. Kennedy, Henry Hudson Bridge + Bridges East: Bronx-Whitestone, Throgs Neck Bridge + Tunnels Command: Queens Midtown, Hugh L. Carey Tunnel QUALIFICATIONS + Bachelor’s in Engineering, Transportation, Systems, Technology, Project Management, Facility Management, Fleet Management, or Asset Management preferred. + Must have a minimum of fourteen (1 4 ) years related experience, including at least ten (10) years in a management or supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization. + An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. + Substantial experience leading and managing a unionized workforce and/or consultant/contractor/vendor staff. + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and document management software. + Unrestricted Driver License in the State of New York + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Demonstrated ability with building relationships and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. + Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment. + Must have focus and ability to deliver on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement. + Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements. + Must possess excellent team building, listening, problem solving, and prioritization skills. + Must have focus and ability to deliver on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement. + Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements. + Ability to be on call 24/7 and report to any of MTA Bridges & Tunnels seven bridges and two tunnel locations as needed Preferred + Significant experience in program management for large government agencies or businesses with highly complex systems preferred. + Knowledge and experience in facility management + Knowledge of operations and maintenance needs at operational facilities + Knowledge of B&T budgeting, procurement, and contracts procedures + Knowledge of health and safety issues, labor and contractual issues grievance processes + Knowledge of Authority policies and procedures OTHER INFORMATION MTA Bridges and Tunnels is governed by the Civil Service Rules and Regulations administered by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS). Also, pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”). HOW TO APPLY MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal (http://www.mymta.info/) . You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.