Program Analyst-Intergovernmental Agreements and Partnerships

Sound Transit•Seattle, WA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, builds and oversees a portfolio of agreements. Responsible for portfolio adherence to the established agreement strategy, metrics and procedures and in alignment to agency policies. Tracks portfolio performance, identifies risks, reports and recommends mitigations to leadership as needed. Ensures consistency in strategy, risk acceptance, prioritization of interests, negotiations, and relationship protection in agreements with public agency and service partners. Collaborates with other intergovernmental partnering staff to align frameworks, processes and improvements across the entire program. Provides centralized coordination and communication between Sound Transit and assigned portfolio; internally and between Sound Transit and external public agencies. This position is a term-limited position with an assignment of 5 years. 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. This position is a term-limited position with the responsibility of building intergovernmental partnering portfolio(s) based on existing frameworks and managing for the duration of their term. Intergovernmental partnering portfolios and dashboards track and monitor agreements and business activities with public partners including, but not limited to local governments, public agencies, transit service partners, utility providers, and WSDOT. Builds and oversees a portfolio of agreements for assigned work area including tracking and risk identification; implements workflows, dashboards, tools and tracking methodologies; and recommends enhancements for assigned portfolio and/or that can be applied across intergovernmental agreement portfolios. Serves as the agency’s lead advisor for assigned program area, provides direction to staff at all levels of the agency; consults with agreement managers and agency-wide business units to understand and provide recommendations related to negotiation strategy, agreement implementation, and performance of the agreement portfolios and the intergovernmental partnering program. Collaborates with appropriate Sound Transit staff to monitor assigned agreement portfolio, ensure alignment with agency goals and existing procedures, identifies risks and areas for improvement or iteration. Participates in interdepartmental project teams and acts with autonomy and authority to align intergovernmental partnering activities and agreements with Agency strategy, policies and procedures. Ensures continuity and accountability for successful Intergovernmental Partnering and Strategy representation across initiatives. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and communications with relevant staff at external entities. Maintains awareness of new developments in the industry; develops and maintains evaluation methods to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement. Supports efforts agency-wide to develop and implement agreements with key government partners. 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. It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees. It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Project Management or related field.
Four years of work experience in project/program coordination or analysis, planning, public involvement, urban design, engineering, or related field; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Project management practices with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and organizing work to meet challenging priorities and deadlines.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, and public agencies.
Interpreting and administering public policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
Proficiency in data analysis, visualization tools, and reporting methods including preparing comprehensive reports.
Business process management or management consulting (internal/external).
Interpreting and administering public policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
Principles and practices of portfolio and program management, implementation, and administration
Analyzing problems and identifying alternative solutions; projecting the consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations.
Public speaking and developing and delivering presentations and presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.

Nice To Haves

Negotiation and partnering skills with public agencies, and successful experience with consensus-building.
Facilitating discussions and driving towards data-based decision-making and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Builds and oversees a portfolio of agreements.
Responsible for portfolio adherence to the established agreement strategy, metrics and procedures and in alignment to agency policies.
Tracks portfolio performance, identifies risks, reports and recommends mitigations to leadership as needed.
Ensures consistency in strategy, risk acceptance, prioritization of interests, negotiations, and relationship protection in agreements with public agency and service partners.
Collaborates with other intergovernmental partnering staff to align frameworks, processes and improvements across the entire program.
Provides centralized coordination and communication between Sound Transit and assigned portfolio; internally and between Sound Transit and external public agencies.
Builds and oversees a portfolio of agreements for assigned work area including tracking and risk identification; implements workflows, dashboards, tools and tracking methodologies; and recommends enhancements for assigned portfolio and/or that can be applied across intergovernmental agreement portfolios.
Serves as the agency’s lead advisor for assigned program area, provides direction to staff at all levels of the agency; consults with agreement managers and agency-wide business units to understand and provide recommendations related to negotiation strategy, agreement implementation, and performance of the agreement portfolios and the intergovernmental partnering program.
Collaborates with appropriate Sound Transit staff to monitor assigned agreement portfolio, ensure alignment with agency goals and existing procedures, identifies risks and areas for improvement or iteration.
Participates in interdepartmental project teams and acts with autonomy and authority to align intergovernmental partnering activities and agreements with Agency strategy, policies and procedures.
Ensures continuity and accountability for successful Intergovernmental Partnering and Strategy representation across initiatives.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and communications with relevant staff at external entities.
Maintains awareness of new developments in the industry; develops and maintains evaluation methods to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
Supports efforts agency-wide to develop and implement agreements with key government partners.
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.
Follows the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities.
Integrates sustainability into everyday business practices.

Benefits

Two choices of medical plans
Dental plan
Vision plan
Comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit
457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution)
25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service
Additional days for director level and up
12 paid holidays
Up to 2 paid floating holidays per year
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
12 weeks of parental leave for new parents
Pet Insurance
ORCA Card at no cost for full-time employees
Tuition Reimbursement: up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses
Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services
Work-life balance
Opportunities for professional development
Recognition from your colleagues