Senior Project Administrator

1 month ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Metropolitan Council Full time

WHO WE ARE

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Transit Information Senior Project Administrator will provide leadership and management of key customer information projects for Metro Transit, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing out projects. Transit Information Senior Project Administrators will develop project timelines and budgets and serve as Metro Transit's management resource within customer information project content areas. Additionally, they will coordinate the work of internal and external stakeholders, consultants, and vendors to ensure successful completion of projects.


What you would do in this job
  • Develop and manage portfolio of customer information projects.
  • Support development of the Transit Information annual work plan.
  • Communicate project goals, timelines, deliverables, and project status to broader audience at Metro Transit, Metropolitan Council, stakeholders, and customers.
  • Collaborate with other Project Managers and internal stakeholders across all Metro Transit and Met Council divisions.
  • Help grow project management knowledge and skills within Transit Information and across Metro Transit.
  • Develop standard project management templates and documentation to ensure Transit Information project work conforms to internal and external project management best practices.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of progressively responsible experience in project/contract management and completed education in Urban or Transportation planning, Business Administration or a related field:

  • High school diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience
  • Associate degree with six (6) years of experience
  • Bachelor's degree or higher with four (4) years of experience
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or comparable certification(s); completion of Project Management training(s).
  • Experience using public transportation and transit information tools.
  • Proven ability to prioritize, execute, and delegate project tasks.
  • Experience mentoring and training around project management methodologies and principles.
  • Proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
  • Experience contributing to an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
  • Knowledge of project management principles.
  • Skills in detail-orientation.
  • Skills in Microsoft Word, MS PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Skills in persuasion and influence with internal and external business partners.
  • Skills in negotiating and soliciting buy-in with individuals to gain their understanding, cooperation, and action.
  • Skills in facilitation and collaborative decision making.
  • Ability to communicate effectively to different stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
What you can expect from us:
  • We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
  • We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
  • We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us
Additional information

Union/Grade: Non-Represented / Pay Grade H
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:
Work is performed in a standard office setting and may require travel between primary work sites to other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

  1. We review your minimum qualifications.
  2. We rate your education and experience.
  3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
  4. We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-

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