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 lea