Strategic Initiatives Leader - Remote Eligible

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Manager, Strategic Initiatives to partner with leadership in identifying and executing strategies that boost efficiency, service quality, and overall performance across the MTA family.

You will coordinate with multiple departments on high-impact projects, conduct financial analyses, and drive continuous improvement. Teleworking is eligible for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5–6 years of professional experience; advanced degree may substitute for 2 years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analyses and business process reviews to support high-profile initiatives for MTA executive leadership.
• Support interdepartmental MTAHQ and interagency groups to execute projects.
• Provide analytical support to inform decisions affecting cost structure and productivity.
• Contribute to interdepartmental and interagency initiatives to reshape MTA as a cost-effective organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic planning

Quantitative analysis

Communication

Leadership

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Manager, Strategic Initiatives to partner with leadership in identifying and executing strategies that boost efficiency, service quality, and overall performance across the MTA family.

You will coordinate with multiple departments on high-impact projects, conduct financial analyses, and drive continuous improvement. Teleworking is eligible for this role.