SALARY: $‎75k – $‎115k

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, coordinates and conducts condition assessments and provides oversight of the asset management system for the Agency’s assets, including revenue and non-revenue vehicles, stations, transit centers, park and rides, administrative buildings and operation/maintenance bases, and related operating systems such as tracks, signals, communications, and traction power; performs analysis to identify the optimal intervention point where rehabilitation and refurbishment can cost effectively extend the useful life of an asset; supports the development and planning of future capital projects based on analysis of condition assessments, criticality and risk affecting customer service and operations; and participates as a team member of a cross-functional team in the continuous improvement of the Agency’s Asset Management Program.

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.

• Develops, coordinates, and oversees the asset condition assessment program identifying the critical structural, architectural, and safety elements to be evaluated on a regular basis and conforming to FTA standards and requirements if applicable; conducts on-going inspections, continuous improvement of the assessment process, and collects and analyzes associated data.

• Conducts day-to-day coordination and oversight of Agency’s asset registry and inventory including tagging (revenue and non-revenue vehicles, stations, transit centers, park and rides, administrative buildings and operation/maintenance bases, and related operating systems such as tracks, signals, communications, and traction power).

• Supports the monitoring and evaluation of the Agency’s ability to sustain appropriate levels of service based on customer demand and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinates with Facilities in identifying appropriate performance standards, maintenance requirements, and replacement/repair costs and schedules and makes adjustments as needed.

• Performs technical analytics to translate asset condition assessment factors into near term and long range funding requirements including cost of ownership and life cycle costs estimating; provides recommendations in prioritizing rehabilitation and refurbishment projects that can cost effectively extend the useful life of an asset.

• Oversees and coordinates with modal owners the long range funding requirements including cost of ownership and life cycle cost for revenue and non-revenue vehicles and related operating systems such as tracks, signals, communications, and traction power.

• Provides oversight of the Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) for accuracy of asset status and tie in with the financial system; functions as the Facilities/Asset Control lead of the project transition process including early coordination with Transition to Operation Lead, adherence to Agency transition policy and procedures; scheduling follow up for exception list items; documenting lessons, learned to anticipate and avoid asset operations and maintenance problems in future projects; determines the nature of the assets being created or amended by the project and coordinates construction schedules to determine asset in-use dates; identifies assets being demolished and flags in the EAMS; and supports the configuration management process by ensuring appropriate documentation in the asset management system and controlled documents are identified and updated as affected.

• Supports Operations adhoc projects and issues by providing input, analysis, and participating in investigatory activities as needed.

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop and improve Asset Management processes, ensuring alignment with the Agency’s Strategic Asset Management Plan.

• Establish and maintain effective and collaborative relationships and interface across asset strategy, asset planning, and asset delivery with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the required outcomes are articulated, understood, and achieved.

• Provides support to the Asset Planning Manager and others on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.

• Demonstrates Sound Transit’s Values in every interaction.

• 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 architecture, engineering, maintenance management, construction science, business administration, or closely related field and six years of experience in facilities, transit, rail construction or maintenance, property management, project management or construction/engineering experience that includes responsibility for asset maintenance management and financial analysis; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Valid state driver’s license.

Required Knowledge of:

• Principles of business letter writing and report preparation.

• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

• Asset planning, computerized maintenance management systems, and configuration management processes.

• Business/industry principles and practices related to facilities management and maintenance.

• Construction drawings and technical specifications.

• Cost estimating principles, RS Means, WSDOT UBA, and similar techniques.

• Property condition assessment principles, ASTM standards, and similar techniques.

• Building engineering and construction principles and practices including familiarity with building, conveyance, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and mechanical trades.

• Rail infrastructure construction or maintenance principles and practices including basic familiarity with facility systems, rail signal and power systems, track and guideway.

• Project management techniques and principles.

• Principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.

• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Principles and practices of record keeping and records management.

• Other pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Methods and techniques of data collection, research, and report preparation.

• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.

Required Skills:

• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work, utilization of databases, and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and written reports.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.

• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.

• Applying project management techniques and principles.

• Strong interpersonal techniques with a consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups and individuals.

• Demonstrating a positive customer service orientation with both internal and external clients.

• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

• Preparing and analyzing data and reports.

• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.

• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.

• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

• Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, infectious disease, and extreme noise when working 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.

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)