Technology & Engineer Fellow, Business Excellence

Position at MTA Headquarters

Department: MTAHQ - IT

Location: 144-41 94th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11435

Position Title: Technology & Engineer Fellow, Business Excellence

Hourly Rate: $23.00 (Graduate)

OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:

The department works on improving IT business processes, reducing costs and introducing streamlined procedures to eliminate redundancies throughout the MTA. Technology business management is a niche area at the intersection of Tech and business. Throughout the course of the Fellowship, the fellow will be exposed to numerous teams and managers across IT and the MTA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participating in process improvement meetings with stakeholders across the MTA
• Develop implementation processes
• Create presentations for discussions with executive stakeholders
• Provide research to develop the framework for agency policies
• Provide data analysis to support risk assessment
• Review and update financial/budgeting records
• Develop management processes
• Submit procurement requests

PROJECTS:

• Redesign tech procurement process
• Contract reviews for efficiency
• IT expense taxonomy

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.
• The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA AND/OR matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPA
• Major(s) Preferred: MBA, MS Data Analytics, or related field.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students' transcript must be submitted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.