Description

JOB TITLE: Deputy Chief of Talent Acquisition

SALARY RANGE: $142,877 - $187,525

HAY POINTS: 1358

DEPT/DIV: People Department

SUPERVISOR: Chief People Officer

LOCATION: 2 Broadway New York, NY 10004

HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (7 1/2 hours/day)

Deadline: April 14, 2023

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.

SUMMARY:

The Deputy Chief of Talent Acquisition (TA) is a senior level member of the People team responsible for defining and implementing an agency-wide strategic TA agenda that supports the efficient and timely sourcing of diverse and talented employees. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, the position creates and implements a talent acquisition framework, infrastructure and strategy in support of the organizational goals, while meeting all legal and regulatory requirements.

Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to forecasting and planning, sourcing, testing, evaluating and onboarding, utilizing industry best practices. Oversee identification and implementation of an Applicant Tracking System that enables the efficient and timely selection and onboarding of applicants. The individual will manage a team and need to partner with key stakeholders across the agency, including operational business unit Presidents and business unit executives, Labor, Legal and Diversity as well as the broader People team, to effectively design and implement strategies. A strong understanding of the agency’s business and operational landscape, experience overseeing a talent acquisition area for a large organization, and the ability to influence and leverage resources to advance the MTA’s transformation goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and implements systems and processes that ensures the delivery of qualified applicants to hiring departments and enables the MTA to attract talent in a timely and cost-effective manner. Direct and oversee all functions, activities and personnel of Talent Acquisition, ensuring an environment of appropriate internal controls and compliance with all laws and regulatory requirements.
• Primary accountability for design and implementation of an onboarding process that brands and establishes the MTA as an employer of choice.
• Establish and analyze trends and metrics (i.e. Time to hire, Cost per hire) in partnership with other HR groups and client departments to develop solutions, programs and policies that support the business units.
• Provides direction and oversight to organization wide Talent Assessment strategies and initiatives evaluating candidate competencies and ensuring the MTA is selecting the most qualified candidates in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with other People functions, Labor, Legal and Diversity to develop and/or update processes and procedures, leveraging best practices and ensuring compliance with all contracts and regulatory requirements.
• Create a professional working environment that respects individual differences, enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential, and fosters a positive employee relations climate that ensures Company principles, policies and programs are consistently practiced.
• Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have extensive experience establishing and directing an Employment Center of Excellence operation, including identification of systems and processes that allow for efficient development and execution of sourcing, recruiting and diversity strategies.
• Must have knowledge of test development and analysis, validation strategies and statistical analysis.
• Excellent project management and presentation skills
• Demonstrated executive level management skills with experience in partnering with an executive team and the MTA Board
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor’s Office for New York State, New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high profile, high pressure environment in a productive and effective manner.
• Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area(s) of responsibility
• Ability to coordinate work and resources among levels of management, across departments and among agencies to build productive working relationships and accomplish shared goals.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Public Policy, Human Resources, or a related field from an accredited college
• Minimum 12 years related experience, including at least 5 years in a department head role in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body preferred.

PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Attainment of or in the process of attaining SPHR or SHRM certification in Human Resource Management
• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures
• Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures

OTHER INFORMATION:

• May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e. evenings and weekends)
• Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites

As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $105,472 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified employees can submit an online application by clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button from either the CAREERS HOME page or the JOB DESCRIPTION page.

For instructions on completing the online application, go to the MTA intranet site and click on the PeopleSoft Information hyperlink. From there select the User Guides hyperlink to gain access to the "Viewing/Applying for Jobs On Line" guide under the Recruiting section of the page.

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.