Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 5 hours ago
Manager, Talent Acquisition
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $109K/yr
5+ years expThe Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people. The Manager of Talent Acquisition will implement talent acquisition strategies, manage a team, and partner with key stakeholders to ensure effective recruitment and selection processes.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Design, plan, and execute an effective recruitment and selection process. Manage a team responsible for talent acquisition activities for client departments. Such activities include posting vacancies, screening applicants, qualifying resumes, candidate outreach, participating in interview panels, onboarding new hires, and processing packages for internal promotions. Ability to manage all aspects of assigned recruitment efforts for executive, administrative, managerial, operating, professional, skilled trade, hourly, and supervisory titles. Coordinate with employment testing on an as needed basis. Manage reference checks and the background verification process for new hires. Ensure a positive candidate experience
Work with Agency People partners, business units, and other groups within Talent Acquisition to plan, develop, and implement talent acquisition strategies to ensure hiring goals and objectives are met, and positions are filled with the best possible talent. Provide innovative ideas for filling complex and hard-to-fill titles. Implement and adhere to industry best practices
Partner with Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, to assign and track all recruitment efforts, identifying and reporting any bottlenecks in the process. Assist with maintaining accurate and up-to-date recruitment activity reports
Assist the Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, in conducting scheduled and unscheduled audits on ATS records and recruitment-related documentation
Assist in auditing and approving background check reports and Salary Worksheets
Lead for submitting position update requests to HRIS. Coordinate requests for new job codes and position numbers and track to completion
Manage the efficient and timely sourcing of diverse and talented candidates. Ensure the delivery of diverse applicants to hiring departments. Work with the MTA’s recruitment advertising agency and various other recruitment companies to develop media plans for hard-to-fill positions. Build talent pipelines and assist with employment branding
Lead on tracking and auditing Prior Service Request
Use metrics to create reports and identify areas of improvement. Make recommendations and implement approved changes to the onboarding process and applicant experience. Ensure fair, ethical, and equitable adherence to recruitment processes and practices
Use applicant tracking systems and other recruiting software and CRM systems to track applicants through the selection phase, through to onboarding
Develop and motivate personnel within the unit, creating brand ambassadors. Provide career development for subordinates. Manage the development of Talent Acquisition staff to ensure knowledge of multiple HR disciplines and federal, state, and local employment laws. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Review the performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential
Fosters a positive employee relations climate that ensures MTA principles, policies, and programs are consistently practiced
Counsel candidates on organizations benefits, salary, and environment
Partner with Senior Manager, Talent Sourcing and Outreach on recruitment and outreach activities, including participation in career fairs, coordination of information sessions and workshops on career opportunities, as well as meeting with students, faculty, and administrators promoting MTA career opportunities
Working within prescribed guidelines, policies, and procedures, partners with the Compensation team to oversee and manage salary recommendations and offers for all non-represented and certain represented roles
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have working knowledge of all related state and federal regulations regarding related human resource issues
Must have demonstrated knowledge of creating and delivering effective and efficient processes that help identify candidates in a timely manner
Must have knowledge of sourcing and recruitment of a diverse and skilled workforce in a civil service and/or unionized environment
Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and employer branding
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies to source and recruit top talent based on defined job criteria and competencies
Must have experience assisting with coordinating or participating in Outreach events and Career Fairs
Demonstrated ability to execute effective staffing strategies and processes to ensure the ongoing development of a best-in-class workforce
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Excellent organizational skills
Working knowledge of labor agreements and employment laws, including Equal Employment Opportunity laws
Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization
Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor's Office for New York State, the New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities
Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively
Demonstrated ability to change priorities while meeting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage projects related to mass recruitment efforts or process improvement initiatives
Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility
Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills
Understanding of the organizational culture
Ability to handle confidential matters and information
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition or related area, including at least 2 years of supervisory, managerial, or project management experience in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body preferred
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Attainment of or in the process of attaining SPHR or SHRM certification in HR management
Prior experience working in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization
Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures
Familiarity with the MTA's collective bargaining procedures
Company
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Janno Lieber
Chair & CEO
Sam Tabikh, P.E.
Facilities Engineer and Projects CEO
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