Metronorth Railroad

Program Manager

Metronorth Railroad$86K — $108K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in relevant fields such as Public Administration or Data Analytics
  • Four years of related work experience
  • At least two years of managerial or project management experience
  • A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and track high-priority cross-departmental initiatives
  • Prepare executive-level reports and dashboards with KPI analysis
  • Facilitate communication and follow-up across NYCT and MTA departments
  • Implement operational process improvements and maintain tracking systems
  • Support executive-level initiatives through logistics and stakeholder engagement
  • Manage initiatives and prepare materials for Senior Advisors

Benefits

  • Integration in high-impact projects influencing NYC transit strategy
  • Exposure to senior leadership and executive reporting
  • Opportunity to enhance organizational efficiency and processes
  • Access to a collaborative environment with diverse departments
  • Standard benefits including health insurance and retirement options
Full Job Description
Description

Position at New York City Transit

JOB INFORMATION:

Title: Program Manager

Department: Office of the President

Authority: NYCT

Division/Unit: Office of the President

Location: 2 Broadway

Hours: As required

Compensation:

Salary Range

$86,968 - $108,710

Deadline (If Applicable):

Until Filled

Reporting Manager (If Applicable):

Deputy Chief of Staff

POSITON SUMMARY:

The Program Manager supports the Office of the President by coordinating high priority, cross departmental initiatives and ensuring the effective execution of strategic, operational, and organizational projects. This role serves as a central integrator across NYCT and MTA divisions, managing workflows, tracking deliverables, and preparing executive level reporting that informs decision making. The Program Manager works closely with Senior Advisors to the President's Office, providing analytical, operational, and project management support that enhances the efficiency and impact of the Office of the President

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Supports the planning, execution, and monitoring of major cross-departmental initiatives by developing project plans, tracking milestones and deliverables, coordinating with NYCT divisions to ensure alignment with the President's strategic priorities, and identifying risks, bottlenecks, and interdependencies requiring escalation to Senior Advisors.
  • Prepares executive-level reports, dashboards, presentations, and summaries for senior leadership by tracking and analyzing KPIs, operational trends, and workforce metrics while ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and governance of all reporting data and documentation.
  • Serves as a central point of coordination for meetings, communications, and follow-up across NYCT and MTA departments by facilitating cross-functional engagement, tracking action items and deliverables, ensuring timely responses, and maintaining strong working relationships with operational, administrative, and technical stakeholders across the agency.
  • Supports operational process improvement initiatives by developing and implementing workflows, standard operating procedures, and tracking systems that enhance efficiency, transparency, and organizational effectiveness while utilizing enterprise platforms such as SharePoint, Power Automate, and Power BI to streamline processes and maintain centralized project documentation and records.
  • Provides program and event support for executive-level initiatives by coordinating logistics, communications, materials, stakeholder engagement, budget tracking, procurement workflows, and vendor coordination for activities sponsored by the Office of the President.
  • Provides operational and coordination support to Senior Advisors by managing assigned initiatives, preparing briefing materials, ensuring follow-through on key priorities, promoting alignment and visibility across ongoing work, and serving as a resource for staff and stakeholders on initiatives led by the Office of the President


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Baccalaureate degree in Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Data Analytics, Operations Research, or a related field
  • Four (4) years of related experience
  • At least two (2) years managerial/supervisory/project, program or process management
  • A satisfactory equivalent of combined education and experience requirements.


DESIRED SKILLS:
  • Demonstrated experience in project or program management, preferably in a large, complex organization.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and synthesize information for executive audiences.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing materials for senior leadership.
  • Proven ability to coordinate across multiple departments and manage competing priorities.
  • Proficiency with enterprise tools such as SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate, and Office 365.
  • Knowledge of NYCT/MTA operations, policies, and organizational structure preferred.


SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION

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")

About Metronorth Railroad

Metro-North Railroad is a commuter railroad that serves the northern suburbs of New York City. The railroad was founded in 1983 and is owned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Metro-North operates three main lines, the Hudson Line, the Harlem Line, and the New Haven Line, which together serve over 85 million passengers annually. The railroad has a fleet of over 400 rail cars and operates over 700 trains per day. In addition to commuter service, Metro-North also operates several tourist trains, including the popular Fall Foliage and Holiday Express trains.
Learn more about Metronorth Railroad
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
-5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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