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Sound Transit is transforming how the Central Puget Sound region moves by planning, building and operating regional transit systems that give millions of riders an alternative to sitting in traffic. As the agency prepares for nearly a million new Central Puget Sound residents by 2040, transit services are expanding to meet today’s growing needs. 

Thanks to voter approval of the largest mass transit expansion in the region’s history, Sound Transit’s light rail system will grow to four times the size it is today. When complete, the 116-mile light rail system will stretch from Everett to Tacoma and connect major job and population centers in Seattle including South Lake Union, Seattle Center, Ballard and West Seattle. It will also extend east to Bellevue, Redmond, Issaquah and Mercer Island.   

As Sound Transit grows, we seek innovative, technical and creative professionals who are ready to come on board and make a difference. Career opportunities include information technology, finance, construction management and engineering positions. Apply today at www.soundtransit.org/jobs.

Transportation

Sound Transit

You need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 10 years of civil rights compliance and leadership experience, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a dynamic environment.

You will lead DEI initiatives, implement anti-racist strategies, develop policies, train staff, engage communities, analyze metrics, and champion equity throughout the organization.

Government & Politics

People, HR & Administration

Seattle

<div>
 Salary range is $160K to $280K with a midpoint of $215K. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
 Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
 <ul>
 <li>Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.</li>
 <li>Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.</li>
 <li>Employee Assistance Program.</li>
 <li>Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).</li>
 <li>Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.</li>
 <li>Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.</li>
 <li>Pet Insurance.</li>
 <li>ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.</li>
 <li>Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.</li>
 <li>Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.</li>
 </ul> 
 
 GENERAL PURPOSE:
 Under general direction of the Chief Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion Officer, the Deputy Executive Director – Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion develops, operationalizes, and oversees a long-term vision and roadmap for the agency’s diversity, equity &amp; inclusion programs and commitment to anti-racism. Provides leadership, coaching and supervision to the Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion division.
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 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.
 <ul>
 <li>Provides strategic direction and technical expertise to develop, implement, operationalize and evaluate a long-term holistic roadmap and strategic vision for the agency’s diversity, equity &amp; inclusion programs.</li>
 <li>Implements the Anti-Racist Strategy, goals and commitments.</li>
 <li>Develops business priorities that provide opportunities to build equity practices into the fabric of the organization’s operations.</li>
 <li>Supervises, trains, coaches and motivates Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion team; coordinates and provides training and growth opportunities, assists in the management of the workflow and prioritization of projects.</li>
 <li>Researches, develops, and implements policies, procedures, practices, programs and initiatives that may be necessary to achieve the agency’s anti-racism goals</li>
 <li>Develops and implements equity tools; develops a long-term accountability and implementation plan.</li>
 <li>Supports departments to integrate principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into strategic plans, business initiatives, and workplace culture</li>
 <li>Collaborates and consults with marginalized communities to ensure their voices and input are integrated into Sound Transit’s equity goals, strategies, and practices</li>
 <li>Provides oversight and may manage internal and external equity advisory groups.</li>
 <li>Provides consultation, strategic coaching, advice and acts as a staff resource to departments, teams and managers related to scope of work.</li>
 <li>Sets the strategy and provides oversight to the agency’s employee resource groups.</li>
 <li>Sets the strategy and provides oversight to training and regular learning opportunities for employees at all levels of the organization and all levels of understanding of DEI principles and practice</li>
 <li>Provides oversight and may manage Equity Summit.</li>
 <li>Partners with leaders, departments and teams to identify, analyze and recommend systemic changes.</li>
 <li>Continuously assesses internal and external needs.</li>
 <li>Establishes and maintains effective internal and external working relationships including, but not limited to internal staff, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.</li>
 <li>Leverages data and develops key metrics to ensure effective implementation and measurement. Tracks, analyzes and communicates key equity success metrics and demographic trends generally and within our industry and recommend programs/solutions.</li>
 <li>Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of programs, processes and procedures and recommends timely changes.</li>
 <li>Approaches challenges with a systems-level thinking to work toward institutional change.</li>
 <li>Leads and participates in special projects.</li>
 <li>Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.</li>
 <li>Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity &amp; Inclusion Policy.</li>
 <li>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.</li>
 <li>It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.</li>
 <li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
 </ul>
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Ethnic or Women Studies, Education, Sociology, Organizational Development or related discipline and ten years of experience in developing and managing civil rights compliance programs, project management, team leadership. Preferably in a nonprofit, public sector or service environment; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience.
 Required Knowledge and Skills:
 <ul>
 <li>Advanced principles, practices and strategies of diversity, equity, inclusion &amp; anti-racism programs and functions.</li>
 <li>Team leadership and supervisory principles, methods and techniques.</li>
 <li>Program/project management.</li>
 <li>Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other division staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.</li>
 <li>Building trust and credibility.</li>
 <li>Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written .</li>
 <li>Strong analytical skills: demonstrated ability to investigate and research facts prior to making recommendations or offering solutions; leadership skills and a commitment to teamwork and excellent service.</li>
 <li>Performing duties involving the use of independent judgement, personal initiative and resourcefulness.</li>
 <li>Ability to work in a changing environment; must be self-motivated.</li>
 <li>Managing conflict.</li>
 </ul>
 Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
 <ul>
 <li>Principles and practices of local government administration.</li>
 </ul>
 Physical Demands / Work Environment:
 <ul>
 <li>Work is performed in a standard hyrbid office environment.</li>
 <li>May require weekend and night shifts to attend community events.</li>
 <li>The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.</li>
 </ul> 
 
 Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
 The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
</div>



 Salary range is $160K to $280K with a midpoint of $215K. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
  Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
 
  Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
  Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  Employee Assistance Program.
  Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
  Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
  Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
  Pet Insurance.
  ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
  Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
  Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
 
 
  GENERAL PURPOSE:
 Under general direction of the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, the Deputy Executive Director – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion develops, operationalizes, and oversees a long-term vision and roadmap for the agency’s diversity, equity & inclusion programs and commitment to anti-racism. Provides leadership, coaching and supervision to the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion division.
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  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.
 
  Provides strategic direction and technical expertise to develop, implement, operationalize and evaluate a long-term holistic roadmap and strategic vision for the agency’s diversity, equity & inclusion programs.
  Implements the Anti-Racist Strategy, goals and commitments.
  Develops business priorities that provide opportunities to build equity practices into the fabric of the organization’s operations.
  Supervises, trains, coaches and motivates Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team; coordinates and provides training and growth opportunities, assists in the management of the workflow and prioritization of projects.
  Researches, develops, and implements policies, procedures, practices, programs and initiatives that may be necessary to achieve the agency’s anti-racism goals
  Develops and implements equity tools; develops a long-term accountability and implementation plan.
  Supports departments to integrate principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into strategic plans, business initiatives, and workplace culture
  Collaborates and consults with marginalized communities to ensure their voices and input are integrated into Sound Transit’s equity goals, strategies, and practices
  Provides oversight and may manage internal and external equity advisory groups.
  Provides consultation, strategic coaching, advice and acts as a staff resource to departments, teams and managers related to scope of work.
  Sets the strategy and provides oversight to the agency’s employee resource groups.
  Sets the strategy and provides oversight to training and regular learning opportunities for employees at all levels of the organization and all levels of understanding of DEI principles and practice
  Provides oversight and may manage Equity Summit.
  Partners with leaders, departments and teams to identify, analyze and recommend systemic changes.
  Continuously assesses internal and external needs.
  Establishes and maintains effective internal and external working relationships including, but not limited to internal staff, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.
  Leverages data and develops key metrics to ensure effective implementation and measurement. Tracks, analyzes and communicates key equity success metrics and demographic trends generally and within our industry and recommend programs/solutions.
  Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of programs, processes and procedures and recommends timely changes.
  Approaches challenges with a systems-level thinking to work toward institutional change.
  Leads and participates in special projects.
  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.
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Ethnic or Women Studies, Education, Sociology, Organizational Development or related discipline and ten years of experience in developing and managing civil rights compliance programs, project management, team leadership. Preferably in a nonprofit, public sector or service environment; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience.
  Required Knowledge and Skills:
 
  Advanced principles, practices and strategies of diversity, equity, inclusion & anti-racism programs and functions.
  Team leadership and supervisory principles, methods and techniques.
  Program/project management.
  Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other division staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.
  Building trust and credibility.
  Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written .
  Strong analytical skills: demonstrated ability to investigate and research facts prior to making recommendations or offering solutions; leadership skills and a commitment to teamwork and excellent service.
  Performing duties involving the use of independent judgement, personal initiative and resourcefulness.
  Ability to work in a changing environment; must be self-motivated.
  Managing conflict.
 
 Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
 
  Principles and practices of local government administration.
 
 Physical Demands / Work Environment:
 
  Work is performed in a standard hyrbid office environment.
  May require weekend and night shifts to attend community events.
  The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
 
 
  Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
 The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)


Deputy Executive Director-Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - Sound Transit

Deputy Executive Director-Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

You need a Bachelor's in HR or Business, 4 years in benefits, skills in federal laws, group presentations, HRIS, and a customer-focused approach. Certifications like CBP or CEBS are preferred.

You will assist with benefits administration, respond to employee inquiries, manage leave requests, collaborate with payroll, support enrollment processes, and maintain benefits communications and documentation.

Customer Relations

<div>
 Salary range is $26.44 to $62.50 with a midpoint of $40.87. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
 *This is Direct Hire Temp role with a duration of 4 months*
 Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
 <ul>
 <li>Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.</li>
 <li>Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.</li>
 <li>Employee Assistance Program.</li>
 <li>Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).</li>
 <li>Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.</li>
 <li>Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.</li>
 <li>Pet Insurance.</li>
 <li>ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.</li>
 <li>Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.</li>
 <li>Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues</li>
 </ul> 
 
 GENERAL PURPOSE:
 Provide day-to-day support for the benefits, retirement, and well-being programs in Total Rewards. Provide exceptional, compassionate customer service while answering employee questions on eligibility, changes and plan provisions regarding benefits, leaves, and retirement programs. Help to provide guidance and education related to FMLA, ADA, and Workers Compensation requests and accommodations in collaboration with the Benefits Manager and legal. Facilitate New Hire benefits meetings, assist with other benefits events or meetings as needed, and provide excellent customer service.
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 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.
 <ul>
 <li>Supports the execution of Sound Transit’s total rewards strategy by providing administration assistance of integrated benefits and leave programs that includes traditional benefits as well as innovative benefits like well-being, mindfulness and work-life integration strategies that support the “whole self” and align with and support our HR strategy.</li>
 <li>Responsible for day-to-day benefits office assistance including enrollments, terminations, changes in benefit status, verification of COBRA compliance and audit billing statements as needed.</li>
 <li>Assists with entering of new hires into HRIS system to help the Total Rewards Specialist when needed.</li>
 <li>Responds to requests from employees and management on issues related to benefits, including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, leaves of absence, retirement program, well-being program and other benefits.</li>
 <li>Assists employees and management with ADA accommodations, Washington Paid Family Medical Leave, FMLA leave requests in collaboration with the Benefits Manger.</li>
 <li>Assists employees with Worker’s Compensation and coordinates with WA L&amp;I as needed on claims.</li>
 <li>Collaborates with payroll to ensure accurate employee payroll deductions for benefits. Coordinates with payroll to ensure any deduction code updates or changes are made in a timely manner.</li>
 <li>Assists with annual Well-Being fair and Annual Open Enrollment process, including completion of Open Enrollment and year-end audits.</li>
 <li>Collaborates in a variety of other HR related programs, projects, and services and may serve on various committees or project teams as assigned; attends and participates in professional organization meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the human resources field; maintains awareness of federal, state and local regulations and impact of changes on the Agency; may work on or have lead on special projects or participate as member of other teams.</li>
 <li>Maintains and updates the employee intranet benefits page and benefits department documents folders with current documents and other related information as needed.</li>
 <li>Assists with benefits communications in collaboration with agency Communications department and the Benefits Manager.</li>
 <li>Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.</li>
 <li>Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity &amp; Inclusion Policy.</li>
 <li>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.</li>
 <li>It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.</li>
 <li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
 </ul>
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and four years of corporate benefits experience; OR a combination of education and experience. Experience interacting with third party contacts such as consultants, benefit carriers, and brokers preferred.
 Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
 <ul>
 <li>CBP (Certified Benefits Professional).</li>
 <li>CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist).</li>
 </ul>
 Required Knowledge and Skills:
 <ul>
 <li>State and federal laws and regulations relating to benefits and leaves.</li>
 <li>Experience presenting in group meetings and facilitating employee benefits meetings.</li>
 <li>Experience with invoices and audits.</li>
 <li>Utilizing Microsoft Office programs for assigned work, including compiling, or preparing spreadsheets.</li>
 <li>Experience with HRIS systems.</li>
 <li>Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.</li>
 <li>Interpreting and administering human resources policies and procedures and effectively gathering and analyzing data related to human resources programs and functions.</li>
 <li>Maintaining confidentiality and communicating with tact and diplomacy.</li>
 <li>Detail oriented, organized, with a strong sense of urgency and accuracy.</li>
 <li>Able to work in a fast-paced environment</li>
 <li>Customer service oriented.</li>
 <li>Identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner using sound judgment.</li>
 <li>Able to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work under pressure and be adaptive to change.</li>
 <li>Responding to inquiries with effective oral and written communication.</li>
 </ul>
 Physical Demands / Work Environment:
 <ul>
 <li>Work is performed in a hybrid office environment.</li>
 <li>Position is responsible for leading new employee benefits meetings. May be subject to talking and hearing.</li>
 <li>The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.</li>
 </ul> 
 
 Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
 The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
</div>



 Salary range is $26.44 to $62.50 with a midpoint of $40.87. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
  *This is Direct Hire Temp role with a duration of 4 months*
  Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
 
  Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
  Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  Employee Assistance Program.
  Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
  Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
  Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
  Pet Insurance.
  ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
  Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
  Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues
 
 
  GENERAL PURPOSE:
 Provide day-to-day support for the benefits, retirement, and well-being programs in Total Rewards. Provide exceptional, compassionate customer service while answering employee questions on eligibility, changes and plan provisions regarding benefits, leaves, and retirement programs. Help to provide guidance and education related to FMLA, ADA, and Workers Compensation requests and accommodations in collaboration with the Benefits Manager and legal. Facilitate New Hire benefits meetings, assist with other benefits events or meetings as needed, and provide excellent customer service.
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 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.
 
  Supports the execution of Sound Transit’s total rewards strategy by providing administration assistance of integrated benefits and leave programs that includes traditional benefits as well as innovative benefits like well-being, mindfulness and work-life integration strategies that support the “whole self” and align with and support our HR strategy.
  Responsible for day-to-day benefits office assistance including enrollments, terminations, changes in benefit status, verification of COBRA compliance and audit billing statements as needed.
  Assists with entering of new hires into HRIS system to help the Total Rewards Specialist when needed.
  Responds to requests from employees and management on issues related to benefits, including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, leaves of absence, retirement program, well-being program and other benefits.
  Assists employees and management with ADA accommodations, Washington Paid Family Medical Leave, FMLA leave requests in collaboration with the Benefits Manger.
  Assists employees with Worker’s Compensation and coordinates with WA L&I as needed on claims.
  Collaborates with payroll to ensure accurate employee payroll deductions for benefits. Coordinates with payroll to ensure any deduction code updates or changes are made in a timely manner.
  Assists with annual Well-Being fair and Annual Open Enrollment process, including completion of Open Enrollment and year-end audits.
  Collaborates in a variety of other HR related programs, projects, and services and may serve on various committees or project teams as assigned; attends and participates in professional organization meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the human resources field; maintains awareness of federal, state and local regulations and impact of changes on the Agency; may work on or have lead on special projects or participate as member of other teams.
  Maintains and updates the employee intranet benefits page and benefits department documents folders with current documents and other related information as needed.
  Assists with benefits communications in collaboration with agency Communications department and the Benefits Manager.
  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.
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and four years of corporate benefits experience; OR a combination of education and experience. Experience interacting with third party contacts such as consultants, benefit carriers, and brokers preferred.
  Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
 
  CBP (Certified Benefits Professional).
  CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist).
 
 Required Knowledge and Skills:
 
  State and federal laws and regulations relating to benefits and leaves.
  Experience presenting in group meetings and facilitating employee benefits meetings.
  Experience with invoices and audits.
  Utilizing Microsoft Office programs for assigned work, including compiling, or preparing spreadsheets.
  Experience with HRIS systems.
  Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
  Interpreting and administering human resources policies and procedures and effectively gathering and analyzing data related to human resources programs and functions.
  Maintaining confidentiality and communicating with tact and diplomacy.
  Detail oriented, organized, with a strong sense of urgency and accuracy.
  Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  Customer service oriented.
  Identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner using sound judgment.
  Able to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work under pressure and be adaptive to change.
  Responding to inquiries with effective oral and written communication.
 
 Physical Demands / Work Environment:
 
  Work is performed in a hybrid office environment.
  Position is responsible for leading new employee benefits meetings. May be subject to talking and hearing.
  The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
 
 
  Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
 The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)


Benefits Representative - Sound Transit

Benefits Representative

You need a relevant degree, 10 years in project management, 8 years in leadership, experience with light rail activation, strong communication skills, and knowledge of project management principles.

You will coordinate rail activation phases, ensure readiness, manage stakeholder relationships, develop training plans, oversee budgets, and lead teams to support system launch and operational efficiency.

Construction & Surveying

Engineering



 Salary range is $160k to $280k, with a midpoint of $215k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
  Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
 
  Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
  Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  Employee Assistance Program.
  Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
  Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
  Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
  Pet Insurance.
  ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
  Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
  Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
  Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
 
 
  GENERAL PURPOSE:
 The position resides within the broader context of the newly created ATO (Asset Transition Office) division which consists of Systems Integrated Testing, Operational Readiness and Transition, Transit Expansion and Activation. This office was created to ensure a more coordinated systematic approach to activation activities by bringing an independent and objective view into our agency’s and partners’ readiness to begin new service.
 This position requires close partnership with peers within ATO and across the agency, including project leadership, safety, operations, information technology, service planning, passenger experience, and portfolio services. Together with peers, this position will lead a team and the agency through the activation phase of project delivery through a continuous improvement mindset, incorporation of industry best practices, and strategically deliver new assets in to service that fulfill the agency's service commitments to the region. This role leads a team accountable for activating several new rail extensions and other support transit assets including ensuring appropriate testing and commissioning of new assets perform to meet service expectations. This includes managing and maintaining activation and commissioning agency programs, plans, and procedures in alignment with broader agency standards to support asset performance and achievement of safety and revenue service requirements, including all necessary training, plans, programs, and procedures to satisfy requirements are in place prior to revenue service.
 The Deputy Executive Director will also coordinate with Sound Transit’s light rail operator King County Metro (KCM) Rail Division personnel through the Sound Transit Operations. As the operator, KCM is invested in providing adequate resources to the commissioning, testing and start-up efforts. The candidate must be comfortable working within a matrix organizational environment where the various ATO and agency divisions (described above) will supplement the specific expansion efforts with either full or part time staff as needs determine. The Deputy Executive Director must also be comfortable working with a team of consultants who are embedded within the organization.
 The Deputy Executive Director must be skilled in both civil and systems completion work, balancing the needs with the overall goal of completing the project on time. This role requires excellent communication, schedule-drive mindset, decision-making and influential leadership skills.
 
  Sound Transit has an annual capital and operating budget of $3 billion and is in the process of delivering one of the largest transit expansion programs in the country.
  Voters in the greater Seattle region approved three-system expansion plans defined in the ballot initiatives known as Sound Move (1996), Sound Transit 2 (ST2 in 2008), and Sound Transit 3 (ST3 in 2016).
 
 These programs authorize ongoing funding for the design, construction, and operations of a fully integrated network of Light Rail, Commuter Rail, Bus Rapid Transit, and Commuter Express Bus systems which, together, will:
 
  Reshape the landscape of the entire Western-Washington region, enhance economic development.
  Help combat climate change, and improve mobility, livability, smart growth, affordability, and accessibility across the region.
 
 
 The Sound Transit Team includes highly experienced capital program and service delivery leadership and staff who have successfully delivered and operated the Sound Move program and are moving toward completion of the ST2 program. As the size of the Sound Transit light rail system will more than double over the next two decades, Sound Transit needs to grow its leadership capacity and expertise to deliver on commitments to voters.
 Sound Move (1996-2007) represented the first phase of a long-term vision for high-capacity regional transit. The public vote for this initial phase:
 
  
   Authorized the creation of Sound Transit
  
  
   Enacted tax collections for funding the expansion.
  
  
   Established the first set of regional transit projects. These projects were a success and included:
  
 
 
  
   
    26 miles of light rail service between Seattle-Tacoma Airport and the University of Washington, with a northward extension to Northgate dependent upon additional funding.
    Peak period commuter rail from Lakewood and Everett to Seattle.
    ST Express bus routes linking the region’s population and employment centers.
    Capital investments in transit facilities (such as transit centers and park-and-ride lots) plus HOV direct access ramps that improve bus speed and reliability.
   
  
 
 Sound Transit 2 (2008-2026) includes substantial additions and betterments to ST Express bus, Sounder commuter rail service, and Link light rail service. Several of these projects are in or nearing the testing, commissioning and pre-revenue operations as we approach revenue operations for each over the next few years. These projects include:
 
  36 added miles of Link light rail service north to Lynnwood, east to Mercer Island, Bellevue, and Redmond's Overlake area, as well as south of Seatle-Tacoma Airport.
  Extra service on the busiest ST Express bus routes.
  4 new daily Sounder round trips on its popular South Line, along with heightened station access and more parking.
 
 Sound Transit 3 (2016-2041 which was realigned to 2046 by the Sound Transit board in 2021), is determined to connect the region's cities and to expand its light rail spine. This program is intended to expand the mass transit network and connect 16 cities with light rail; 30 cities with Bus Rapid Transit and ST Express bus service; and 12 cities with commuter rail. These projects include:
 
  62 added miles of light rail that will link a 116-mile system with extensions to:
  Everett via the Paine Field Industrial Center (known as Boeing Field);
  Tacoma via Federal Way and Fife.
  downtown Redmond; Ballard via South Lake Union and Seattle Center.
  West Seattle; and a new light rail line from south Kirkland through Bellevue to Issaquah.
  46 miles of Bus Rapid Transit on major highways to the north, east, and south of Lake Washington – with service every 10 minutes during peak hours.
  Sounder South capacity expansion – with platform extensions to accommodate trains of up to 10 car lengths and serving some 40 percent more passengers, while extending service from Lakewood to DuPont and installing access improvements at stations along the north and south lines.
 
 
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  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.
 
  Implement the rail activation and mobilization phases, ensuring that all necessary resources, personnel, and equipment are ready for the operational launch.
  Adhere to Sound Transit guiding documents related to activation including the Rail Activation Plan and related framework documents, including Systems Integrated Testing to ensure that everything is functioning according to specifications.
  Coordinating with external and internal stakeholders, facilitate communication, and ensure alignment.
  Participate in developing strong project reporting tools to ensure that the mobilization is advancing safely on time, on budget, and compliant with readiness requirements.
  Plan and coordinate all Pre-Revenue Operations and start-up efforts.
  Provide expertise in logistics, planning, developing, coordination, and scheduling of all operational readiness activities at a portfolio level associated with new or expansion of transit systems and other facility improvement projects.
  Work closely with several departments across the agency including Operation, Safety and Security, Asset Management, Quality Assurance, Capital Programs Delivery, Engineering, Customer Experience, Facilities, Passenger Experience, and outside parties including consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional partners to plan and deliver a coordinated program.
  Assist the ED - ATO with presentations to ST executives, as required.
  Participate in and support planning, ramp up, and execution of the various elements of transit system activation.
  Coordinate and/or develop training plans.
  Ensure individual system activation schedules are developed and integrated into Project Master Schedules.
  Balance 3rd party operator resource requirements across expansion efforts in partnership with broader agency resource requirements.
  Develop a comprehensive plan for transition of operations from existing to new facilities covering the areas of, but not limited to Facility Maintenance, Operations, Communications, Finance, Training, and Information Technology.
  Work with subject matter experts in Training, Scheduling, Stakeholder Engagement, Testing, Safety and Security Certification, and Service Deployment.
  Establish and maintain strategic relationships with senior representatives of key stakeholders including the internal departments of Operations, Safety & Quality Assurance, Capital Programs Delivery, Engineering, Passenger Experience, Facilities, King County – 3rd party operator, and outside parties including consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional to ensure all are engaged in the System Activation Program.
  Focus on ensuring technical systems demonstrate readiness to meet their intended purpose.
  Provide an effective framework to support staff operations and systematically track components of all systems.
  Develop mitigation plans to address any issues or deficiencies in the systems along with corrective action plans.
  Perform root cause analysis and continuously apply lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
  Acts as a leader for the Asset Transition Office and as a part of the Program Management & Oversight Office reporting through the Program Management & Oversight Officer to the CEO.
  Schedule and risk management of activation phase, including active management of an integrated schedule with resource management and forecasting.
  Effectively manage relationships to influence achievement of near-term and long-term goals of the division, department, and agency. Includes managing and maintaining a key partnership with our operator, King County.
  Empowers team members, removing roadblocks, and ensuring they have the resources needed to be successful, while creating an inclusive, empowered team.
  Focuses on relationship building and leads collaboration across disciplines and stakeholders involved in all activities related to activation.
  Addresses and resolves sensitive issues, challenges, and conflicts and enables agreement across stakeholders as projects move forward, leveraging influential leadership, and existing activation program structure and decision-making bodies.
  Ensures adequate start-up budget and resources for activation activities is considered by PSO, Operations, and the Project teams and is included in all projects’ baseline budget.
  Partners with ED - ATO on management of start-up costs and budget, Operations and the project teams; and is included in all projects’ baseline budget.
  Leads and facilitates the Rail Activation Committee (RAC) and activation program structure and acts as the liaison between the RAC and the Executive Activation Group.
  Serves as the single point of accountability and contact for executive leadership and Federal and State oversight of activation activities.
  Provides strategic support to system expansion projects in the planning and design phases, to support future activation and commissioning activities.
  Makes recommendation for revenue service date thru the ED - ATO.
  Secures and manages consultant contracts if needed to support ST staff.
  Provides support to the department, agency, and others on matters as directed.
  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.
 
 
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or Management, Transportation, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field; Ten years in project management of large engineering and/or construction projects, including professional experience in project controls, project planning, and program management responsibilities; Experience in activation and/or testing of new rail (preferably light rail) extensions; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight years of leadership, budgetary, planning, and workforce management experience.
  Required Licenses or Certifications:
 
  Valid state driver's license. This role will perform inspections on active construction sites, stations, and facilities, including locations that are not currently served by transit. Driving an agency vehicle will be necessary to monitor construction tasks and respond to emergent situations at any time of day, within assigned projects and project corridors.
 
 Required Knowledge and Skills:
 
  Managing and overseeing the progress and critical milestones of light rail and other major capital projects as a project moves from conceptual engineering through final design and construction to Operations and project closeout, applying advanced project management and program development techniques and principles.
  Operations, safety certification, maintenance, services, and other requirements of light rail and major capital projects.
  Federal and State requirements for testing, certifications, and approvals necessary to open a rail line or other major capital project.
  Principles of leadership, management, and mentoring/training.
  Critical and strategic problem solving and ability to identify and appropriately respond to sensitive community and organizational issues and concerns.
  Strong, clear written and verbal communication.
  Relationship management skills.
  Ability to develop, manage, communicate, and administer a clear program framework, along with appropriately scaled policies and procedures.
  Transit and transportation systems, operations, maintenance, facilities, and planning.
  Applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
  Advanced principles and practices of governmental and capital project budget preparation and administration.
  Performing high-level negotiations and collaborating with Sound Transit departments and divisions and with federal and State oversight agencies.
  Risk assessment and management.
  Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as they apply to activation.
  Principles of financial management (expenditure tracking, variance identification, and revenue tracking).
  Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
 
 Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
 
  Activation and/or testing of new light rail extensions.
 
 Physical Demands / Work Environment:
 
  Work is performed in a hybrid office and field environment.
  Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
  Position is responsible for being on construction sites for inspections, monitoring tasks, and responding to emergent situations; may be subject to bending, climbing, eye/hand coordination, grasping, hearing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, walking and carrying objects up to 25 pounds.
  Position includes on call and weekend and/or night shifts to respond to situations in the field.
  The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
 
 
  Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
 
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 The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)


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