Executive Director/VP, Organizational Development and Administration

Company: Long Beach Transit
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

Executive Director/VP, Organizational Development and Administration Category Human Resources

Overview Thank you for your interest in working for Long Beach Transit. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, we regret to inform you that all LBT job applications must be submitted online. We are taking this step out of an abundance of caution.

Thank you for your understanding.

The Executive Director/VP, Organizational Development and Administration (ED/VP) serves as a key member of the Long Beach Transit’s (LBT) executive leadership team (ELT) and is responsible for leading the strategy, development and execution of organizational effectiveness, talent and culture management programs aimed at advancing LBT’s mission and enhancing business results.

The ED/VP will partner with the ELT and key stakeholders to ensure the recruitment, hiring, training, development and advancement of an empowered, value-driven workplace; actively plan, address and forecast future talent needs; and forge a culture that is inclusive of change management based on LBT’s values.

Overall, the ED/VP will offer timely, forward-thinking counsel on all issues related to the organization’s use of talent in support of its focus to prepare employees to make a positive impact in the communities LBT serves. Additionally, the ED/VP leads Risk Management; Labor and Employee Relations for represented and non-represented employees; as well as Environmental Health and Safety functions.

Responsibilities Organizational Effectiveness

Works as a strategic thought partner with the ELT to develop and implement specific programs and initiatives aligned with the agency’s organizational strategy and guiding principles

Leads the organization’s employee engagement, development and retention initiatives to increase individual and organizational performance

Influences organizational decision-making with value-added metrics, analysis and reports that aligns with and supports the agency’s goals and objectives

Utilizes technology to optimize processes, business process redesign, as well as execution of standard and customized data analysis and reporting

Identifies and implements departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to actively track, measure and manage the effectiveness and performance, and overall impact on the agency’s core business

Leadership and Talent Management

Designs and executes recruitment, hiring, development and retention plans including a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy

Devises and implements integrated talent management solutions including developmental planning, coaching, performance reviews, succession planning, benefits program and compensation

Integrates performance management tools and processes that align with LBT’s values and core competencies

Develops and implements a progressive recognition program balancing resources with the need to maintain the agency’s competitive position in the marketplace

Labor Relations and Risk Management, Environmental Health and Safety

Fosters forward-thinking, creative approaches with LBT’s union partners to optimize operational efficiencies

Leads management in labor contract negotiations and provides comparative analysis of similar type collective bargaining agreements (CBA)

Directs and coordinates LBT’s risk management and insurance programs

Directs the administration of the General Liability and Workers’ Compensation programs

Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws including, but not limited to EEO, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, PPACA, workers’ compensation, etc.

Leads the implementation of organization safety programs to ensure a safe, healthy work environment

Serves as one of three executive members on the agency’s staff and union pension committees

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to:

Be proactive, well-organized and results-oriented with excellent personal leadership skills

Builds, develops, motivates teams and sets goals and guides employees toward achievement Creates a climate in which people want to do their best

Encourages and promotes open communication

Collaborates skillfully with internal and external customers

Interpersonal, tactful and diplomatic

Builds consensus and maintains healthy relationships throughout the agency

Be an influential change agent and high impact, emotionally intelligent professional

Knowledge of:

All aspects of California state and federal labor laws and regulations as it applies to union and non-union environment, and a thorough understanding of collective bargaining, labor contract administration, as well as CBAs, and their impact on non-union employees and long-term business plans

Principles and practices of employee relations and labor relations

Workers’ compensation law as it impacts personnel actions

Employment, employee relations, organizational development, training, succession planning and retention

Diversity and inclusion strategies

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and navigate in web-based environments

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Management or related field required

Master’s degree preferred

SPHR certification or similar certification is strongly preferred

Minimum of 15 years of human resources management experience of which at least 10 years have been in a significant senior management role (some public sector experience is preferred)

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated, advanced knowledge of leading human resources management principles and practices

Well-developed and highly effective listening, communication, presentation and persuasive skills, including the ability to receive, process and present strategic and tactical information to diverse audiences

Proven-track record of building and maintaining effective, collaborative relationships with stakeholders including policy boards, public agencies, labor negotiators, counsel and business leaders

Demonstrated ability to balance accountability with emotional intelligence when interacting with employees Established experience developing and leading programs promoting diversity, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity, as well as experience in facilitating employee discussions around these topics Established experience developing and leading programs promoting diversity, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity, as well as experience in facilitating employee discussions around these topics

Salary Structure:

WAGE BAND: EX-I  $ 140,000 - $172,000  per year (DOQ), with excellent fringe benefits.  APPLY ONLINE.

Application

Apply online at  www.ridelbt.com/careers  Online applications must include past work history and be fully completed to be considered.  Resumes will not be accepted  in lieu of a complete online application.

Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Long Beach Transit does not sponsor H-1B or other related work visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Successful candidate must pass agency and Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, drug and alcohol tests.

Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90813

This job description is not intended to be a complete listing of all the job duties required of this position, but to provide information on the general scope of the position.

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