Senior Program Manager-Federal Transit Administration Compliance & Standards

Salary range is $78k to $180k, with a midpoint of $129k.  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:

Under general direction of the Deputy Director – Enterprise Standards, the Senior Program Manager – FTA Compliance & Standards reviews and analyzes Sound Transit (ST) documentation and processes to ensure Federal Transit Administration (FTA) standards are followed across the agency as part of Agency Controls-Enterprise Standards team. This role will play a critical part in supporting compliance and consistency with FTA regulations and requirements. 

This position will serve as a ST subject matter expert on FTA compliance requirements, ensuring that agency documents, policies, and procedures align with FTA standards. This role is responsible for conducting thorough proactive document reviews, providing feedback and guidance to staff and executive leaders, supporting communications with the FTA, authoring internal guidance and procedures, and serving as a resource for internal teams with compliance-related inquiries. This position may also assist in staff training and internal communication efforts related to FTA requirements.

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.

• Work independently and with agency peers, leaders, and consultants to ensure compliance and consistency across reports and documentation for the FTA. 
• Maintain knowledge of evolving regulations and update internal stakeholders on changes. 
• Review ST documents, policies, and procedures across the agency to ensure alignment with FTA regulations and requirements. 
• Identify gaps or inconsistencies in documentation and provide recommendations for changes to meet compliance needs. 
• Serve as a trusted resource for staff and leadership by providing expert guidance on FTA compliance matters. 
• Support leaders in communication and responses to FTA-related inquiries or audits. 
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and materials for staff, executive, board level discussions related to FTA compliance. 
• Develop and deliver internal communications to ensure staff are informed of FTA requirements, expectations, and/or changes. 
• Provide training and guidance to internal team staff on FTA-related compliance topics as needed. 
• Ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations, including data privacy and retention policies.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
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