Full-Time

Senior Manager

Position Control

Posted on 8/22/2025

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates regional public transit network

Compensation Overview

$115k - $120k/yr

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New York, NY, USA

Hybrid

Telework eligible: 1 day per week.

Category
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Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Management, Business Administration, HumanResources, Statistics, or a related field from an accredited college or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR operations, finance, or a closely related area, with at least 2 years in a managerial role focused on position control or workforce planning.
  • Minimum three years of experience in advanced trend analysis and the ability to interpret data to provide recommendations to drive key business decisions.
  • 2+ years of experience utilizing Position Management or a similar planning platform.
Responsibilities
  • Strategic Position Management: Lead the oversight of the position control database, ensuring all positions are accurately coded, classified, and updated promptly.
  • Advanced Workforce Planning: Work in partnership with department leaders and HR to assess staffing requirements, forecast future vacancies, and strategize on workforce planning initiatives.
  • Budget Oversight: Collaborate with the Finance department to align position control data with budgetary projections and constraints, providing comprehensive reports on staffing costs and budget variances.
  • Compliance and Auditing Leadership: Ensure strict adherence to both internal policies and external regulations related to position management. Conduct and oversee rigorous audits of position data for accuracy and integrity.
  • Process Improvement Initiatives: Identify and implement strategic improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of position control management practices. Develop and maintain up-to-date procedural documentation.
  • Educational Leadership and Support: Lead training sessions and provide ongoing support to department managers and HR personnel on position control practices and systems. Serve as the expert resource for all position management-related inquiries.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Generate detailed reports and analyze data on staffing trends, vacancy rates, and other critical metrics to offer insights that guide decision-making in workforce management.
  • Upholding Data Integrity: Ensure the complete accuracy and timeliness of all position-related data within the company’s systems.
  • Ensuring Compliance: Maintain unwavering compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements pertaining to position management.
  • Achieving Budgetary Alignment: Skillfully manage position data to meet fiscal goals and limitations, effectively minimizing discrepancies and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Championing Continuous Improvement: Continually assess and enhance position control processes and systems to boost precision, efficiency, and adaptability to the organization's evolving needs.
  • Other duties
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a related field
  • Strong Project Management Skills
  • Able to write and modify SQL, R, and Python code
  • Experience with PeopleSoft HCM ERP
Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1834

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $68 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan funds 2,390 new subway cars.
  • Congestion pricing revenues accelerate signal upgrades and accessibility.
  • Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.

What critics are saying

  • $51 billion plan underfunds subway signals, causing delays in 6-12 months.
  • Federal freeze withholds $3.5 billion over emissions in 12-18 months.
  • TWU lawsuit triggers strike, halting operations in 6-12 months.

What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique

  • MTA serves 11 million daily passengers across 12 counties.
  • MTA manages seven toll bridges and two tunnels daily.
  • Janno Lieber leads modernization since January 2022 appointment.

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