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Quality Asset Mission Assurance Manager

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
MD
Closing date
Oct 21, 2020

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Job Details

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and an emphasis on quality, engineering, information systems and data analytics or a related field. A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive responsibility and experience in management of people and programs. A preference for experience in quality management and programs, engineering programs, reliability programs, or data and analytics programs in transportation or transit is highly desired.

Or, an equivalent combination of post high school education and a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive responsibility and experience in management of people and programs. A preference for experience in quality management and programs, engineering programs, reliability programs, or data and analytics programs in transportation or transit is highly desired.

License:

Possession of a current, or the ability to obtain, a valid local motor vehicle operator's license issued from the state of residence.

Ability to acquire an ASQ (American Society of Quality) certification as a CQI (Certified Quality Inspector) within three (3) years of hire.

Medical Group:

Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job either with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Job Summary/Duties:

This is a professional level multidisciplinary technical management position that works across functional boundaries while managing technical programs, teams and individuals in both the quality and asset mission assurance environments. Employees in this position must be able to effectively manage change and efficiently pass information down to individuals and teams as well as up to management to ensure smooth and efficient execution of change.

Manage/Lead: Provides multidisciplinary and cross functional leadership to teams and individuals in the accomplishment of driving and accomplishing missions and objectives contained within the QICO Business Plan.

Strategic Management: Supports the development and implementation of quality and asset mission assurance strategies and programs that align and make the Authority compliant with Federal regulations and mandates such as MAP-21, NTSB CAP's, FTA SMI's, and OIG recommendations and all similar requirements.

Safety Management: Partners with Safety to ensure quality and Safety programs align, and to ensure Safety findings during audits is routed accordingly.

Process Improvement: Improves processes and policies in support of organizational goals by coordinating and communicating with business partners; planning the use of human resources (work plans); establishing work schedules; delegating tasks and monitoring and evaluating performance.

The above duties and responsibilities are not intended to determine specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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