Director of Portfolio & Program Management - Agile (Remote)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Director, Portfolio/Program Management to lead IT projects and ensure alignment with company goals. This role involves coordinating resources, managing risks, and improving project practices. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a management capacity. The position offers the flexibility of teleworking and involves significant interaction with stakeholders to drive organizational success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• 4 years of supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Directing a portfolio of programs and projects.
• Overseeing the allocation and utilization of resources.
• Leading identification and mitigation of risks.

Skills

Expert understanding of technical concepts

Expert in process-focused execution

Expert in business analysis

Expert knowledge of product lifecycle management

Familiarity with Jira and Confluence

Familiarity with Python or R

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Director, Portfolio/Program Management to lead IT projects and ensure alignment with company goals. This role involves coordinating resources, managing risks, and improving project practices. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a management capacity. The position offers the flexibility of teleworking and involves significant interaction with stakeholders to drive organizational success.