CLERK OF COURT
The United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated and experienced executive for the position of Clerk of Court. The Clerk of Court serves as the Court Unit Executive of the Court, supporting all the judges of the Court by overseeing and leading the Court’s extensive administrative and operational functions.
Specifically, the Clerk of Court oversees Clerk’s Office staff; manages the operating budget; is the custodian of court records; and oversees the performance of the statutory and other duties of the office. The position has a salary range of $135,355 – $211,384. The position will commence on or after May 16, 2022.
To be qualified for appointment as Clerk of Court, a candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and have a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or the private sector that provides the candidate with a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural and human aspects of managing an organization. At least 3 of the 10 years of experience must have been in a position that required substantial management responsibility, involving high level administrative experience that typically includes responsibilities involving financial management, human resources and information technology, space and facilities planning, and overall long and short-range planning. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. The successful candidate for this position is subject to an FBI fingerprint check and background investigation and must sign a consent for an IRS tax check and consumer report review.
See detailed job description, required qualifications and instructions for applying at: www.pawd.uscourts.gov (Court Info – Employment).
The Court is an Equal
Opportunity Employer
VEHICLE PROJECT
COORDINATOR
Port Authority is seeking a Vehicle Project Coordinator to be responsible for development and management of programs and projects required to procure revenue vehicles required by Port Authority to provide service for current and future operational needs. This position also works closely with the Bus Maintenance Support Department on technical related issues and maintenance incidents for investigation and engineering support.
Essential Functions:
- Develops and manages programs for the procurement of the number and types of vehicles needed by the Operations Division to meet service demands. This will include preparation of complete specifications with special and general conditions and technical and schedule requirement. Specification technical requirements are to be developed in conjunction with the Manager of Vehicle Projects and the Manager of Bus Maintenance and other departments, as required.
- Reviews and evaluates manufacturers’ requests for changes. Prepares recommendations regarding approval or disapproval for review of executive management in accordance with established Port Authority and department administrative procedures. Prepares contract change orders as required. Reviews and recommends for payment, invoices received from the manufacturer.
- Investigates maintenance incidents, such as accidents, fires, or other unforeseen failures to determine and report upon cause and corrective action needed.
Job requirements include:
- BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Automotive, or related Engineering or Technology fields from an accredited school. Demonstrated experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Minimum of two (2) years in either a management or a senior role position in charge of work or service delegation.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of accumulative experience in the fields of specification creation/editing, as well as manufacturing and maintenance of vehicle equipment (preferably transit vehicle equipment).
- Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Professional and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function as a team player and work harmoniously with other people.
- Valid PA driver’s license.
Preferred attributes:
- Four (4) years supervisory/management experience in bus and/or transit vehicle maintenance.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to:
Chase Morack
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
CMorack@portauthority.org
EOE
RECRUITER
Port Authority is seeking a Recruiter to administer employment and recruitment activities for assigned positions. Maintains employment records, generates employment reports/statistics, and inputs data into PeopleSoft. Administers validated testing.
Essential Functions:
- Utilizes PeopleSoft HRMS to do the following:
- Create and maintain job requisitions.
- Enters Applicant Personal Data, Education, License, Membership, Competency and other information.
- Schedule and track applicants and interviews.
- Maintain applicant records.
- Track job offers and maintain appropriate documentation.
- Process and enter new employee information.
- Administers employment processes for assigned positions, including recruitment, testing, interviewing and investigations. Conducts background checks on perspective candidates which includes various communications to verify education, previous and current employers. Utilizes the internet to conduct criminal record check and motor vehicle record status. Enters and tracks data in PeopleSoft. Extends contingent job offers and maintains appropriate documentation. Ensures that required employment activities are satisfactorily processed before finalizing hiring actions. Coordinates and conducts new hire orientation.
Job requirements include:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- BA/BS degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or related field from an accredited school. Related experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience interviewing, recruitment and employment processes with familiarity with union contractual matters.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Employment/EEO laws and practices.
- Effective and professional communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows and Microsoft Word.
Preferred attributes:
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification from the Society for Human Resources Management.
- Prior PeopleSoft experience.
- Demonstrated ability in the use of Microsoft Excel.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to:
Holly A. Jenkins
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
HJenkins@portauthority.org
EOE
MANAGER OF ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE
The Strategy Division is launching a comprehensive continuous improvement program. The Manager of Organizational Excellence will have the opportunity to shape this program and build a team to execute a transformation of the way Port Authority works and deliver services as an organization. The successful candidate will lead training and enterprise performance functions throughout the Port Authority at all levels, from front-line employees to executive leadership, based on Lean and similar process improvement methods. The Manager of Organizational Excellence will be expected to develop, implement, and manage complex programs that integrates multiple elements or programs to achieve organizational excellence.
Essential Functions:
- Develop, manage and facilitate key processes and tools for identifying, prioritizing, resource planning and executing initiatives and projects that support the Strategic Plan.
- Participates in strategic planning efforts. Monitors data and identifies trends and patterns, analyzes best value propositions, and recommends enhanced or new solutions. Leads analytical efforts on special projects to improve operating efficiency from business and technical perspectives. Develops reports, feasibility studies, and briefings on specific issues.
- Leads multidisciplinary teams of employees to synthesize, clarify, define and document business requirements and processes. Evaluates requirements and processes and recommends feasible solutions.
Job requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with major coursework in Business, Public Administration, or other related field plus five (5) years of increasingly responsible work experience in performance analytics, enterprise risk management and/or data management research in a government or private setting, three (3) years of which were in a managerial capacity.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred attributes:
- Ideal candidate will possess a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or a Master Black Belt certification.
- Experience in assessing and creating management systems that support a culture of continuous improvement
- Experience using Power of Business Intelligence or similar software platforms or applications
- Experience leading highly diverse teams in a broad array of projects/subjects
- Knowledge of program management.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Excellent oral and written communications and attention to detail.
- Skill in strategic planning, coordinating, and implementing programs and activities.
- Skill in interpreting, organizing, coordinating, and executing assignments, projects, and programs.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain trust and good working relationships with Port Authority staff, management, board members, and the public.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.
- Keen ability to drive work independently with little direction.
- Ability to quickly become well versed in the subject matter.
- Experience with placing high value on the customer experience.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to:
Missy Ramsey
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
MRamsey@portauthority.org
EOE
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER
Port Authority is seeking a Special Assistant to the CSO to be responsible for the management and implementation of various administrative processes and programs that directly impact the Strategy Department’s internal business processes. The position performs duties that encompass a wide variety of Port Authority programs and a range of issues dealing with organizational change, organizational culture, strategic planning, interdepartmental activities, and professional communication. The position reports directly to the Chief Strategy Officer and involves maintaining a high degree of confidentiality, trust, and relationship building
Essential Functions:
- Lead and/or serve on ad hoc coordinating committees as a representative of the CSO. Prepare documentary materials for use and/or approval by the CSO in appearances before community groups, committees, State and local partners, and interagency meetings.
- Participate in and carry out a variety of sensitive assignments that are usually of a complex nature cutting across several departments for Port Authority. You will be required to have foundational knowledge about Port Authority and its interrelationship with the Department of Transportation, State, and local transportation agencies. You will propose and take appropriate action to handle issues and resolve matters independently, or without direct participation from the CSO or other staff members.
Job requirements include:
- BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, public administration or directly related field from an accredited school. Directly related experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three (3) years of paid, unpaid, or volunteer experience leading key organizational activities, managing multiple tasks, and liaising coordinated activities directly for a member of a senior leadership team or executive within a company or business.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
- Ability to identify problem areas and evaluate, recommend, and implement solutions to resolve complex organizational challenges.
- Ability to establish cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong listening skills.
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate to diverse set of stakeholders
- Ability to work well without close supervision and demonstrates initiative.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to:
Missy Ramsey
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
MRamsey@portauthority.org
EOE
PLANNING INTERN
Port Authority is seeking a Planning Intern ($16 hour) to support transit-oriented development, multimodal and station area planning, community engagement, best practice research, and other types of projects to advance Port Authority’s Transit-Oriented Communities work plan.
Essential Functions:
- Assists with various activities, including project development, research, analysis, and implementation.
- Assists with ongoing progress of transit-oriented development and other place-based planning efforts.
- Assists with analysis and GIS work for transit-oriented development, multimodal planning, or other projects as needed.
- Assists with the review and preparation of public materials.
- Works with Port Authority staff to respond to requests for information.
Job requirements include:
- A college degree or be enrolled in a college degree program in planning, urban design, architecture, information sciences, engineering, or a related field of study. A master’s candidate is preferred.
- Ability to use GIS software, Microsoft software, and the internet.
- Ability to conduct thorough and organized research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Preferred attributes:
- Experience in urban planning, community engagement, engineering, or real estate.
- Ability to use Adobe Creative Cloud software.
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to:
Taylor McBride
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
TMcbride@portauthority.org
EOE
ASSOCIATE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY & TRAINING OFFICER
Port Authority is seeking an Associate Occupational Health, Safety & Training Officer to implement and provide training on SMS, occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene and other safety aspects of rail and bus operations as well as work closely with Manager to learn all aspects of OHS&T as they relate to operations at Port Authority
Essential Functions:
- Develops, coordinates and conducts effective training relating to occupational safety and health programs that include but not limited to; employee right-to-know, hazardous materials and hazardous waste awareness, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, personnel protective equipment, Automated External Defibrillators (AED), bloodborne pathogens, and others as required. (40%)
- Work with operations and maintenance instruction department to ensure development of identified training programs and curriculums.
- Ensure SMS training is provided to all key employees and staff as directed by Chief Safety Officer.
- Provides status reports of training activity on a quarterly basis or as requested by the Manager of OHS.
- Provide respiratory protection training and conduct fit tests on employees involved in the respiratory protection program.
- Train safety officers as required in specific OSH elements.
- Provide Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Transportation training as required by the DOT.
- Work with the safety officers to develop and provide automated external defibrillator (AED) awareness training to employees.
Job requirements include:
- BA/BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health Sciences, Environmental Science/Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related area, preferable in the transit industry.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience delivering, and facilitating educational, informational and job/task programs for adults.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Handles multiple tasks and adheres to deadlines.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Availability on a 24-hour per day, 7 day per week basis.
Preferred attributes:
- Qualified Accident and Injury Prevention Provider as defined by Pennsylvania Worker’s Compensation Regulations.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to:
Danielle Jacobson
Employment Department
345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527
DJacobson@portauthority.org
EOE
CITY EDITOR
The New Pittsburgh Courier is seeking a highly motivated individual with a sense of urgency in developing engaging general news and feature content to be our City Editor. The successful candidate must be an engaging storyteller with strong reporting, writing, and editing skills and the ability to work within a fast-paced production and marketing environment while maintaining high ethical standards and meeting deadlines. Our ideal candidate should also be able to produce quality photographs to supplement their stories and have graphic layout skills. Duties will include: working with editorial leadership to determine priorities for daily news coverage and reporting geared towards the Black community for both digital and print publication; and daily collaboration across a close-knit team, assisting leadership in the planning and managing of day-to-day operations, proofreading and editing copy for compliance with policies, style, and tone; and attending events, panels and speaking engagements on behalf of the publication.
This is a full-time position offering compensation commensurate to experience. Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. Please send a letter of interest and resume to webmaster@newpittsburghcourier.com
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