Principal Organizational Design (term-limited)

Description

• Partners with senior leaders to assess current organizational structures and proposes design changes that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability.
• Acts as a trusted advisor, subject matter expert and coach to senior leaders and managers on all aspects of organizational design, structure and leadership/team effectiveness
• Conducts regular assessments to track the performance and effectiveness of organizational structures and design changes.
• Develops and executes communication plans to effectively inform and engage employees at all levels regarding organizational changes.
• Delivers Team and Leader Effectiveness initiatives to improve team dynamics and support organizational change.
• Provides expert consultation on the alignment of talent, roles, processes, and technology to drive organizational success.
• Provides coaching and support to managers and leaders during periods of organizational transformation to ensure successful adoption of new structures and processes.
• 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.
• Collaborates with department leaders to understand their organizational needs and challenges, ensuring that design recommendations support overall business strategies and objectives.
• Leads and executes organizational design initiatives, ensuring that organizational structures are aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and operational needs.
• Partners with ST People and department leaders to assess resource allocation and develop strategies to optimize talent deployment.
• Works with cross-functional teams across People & Culture to develop and implement process improvements that reduce redundancy, enhance productivity, and promote a high-performance culture.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
• Works with senior management to ensure that organizational changes are aligned with company culture, values, and growth plans.
• Develops and implements frameworks for organizational design, including role definitions, reporting structures, and functional alignments.
• Uses data-driven insights and organizational analysis to recommend and implement changes in structure, workflows, and resource allocation.
• Leads the change management process related to organizational design initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder buy-in.
• Facilitates meetings as needed to support senior leaders in establishing strategic direction, goals, roles and responsibilities

Requirements

• Ability to foster collaboration and build relationships across departments, with a focus on aligning cross-functional teams around shared goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership, as well as facilitate discussions across all levels of the organization.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Certification in Organizational Development, Change Management (e.g., Prosci), or Project Management (e.g., PMP), Hogan Assessment series.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex organizational challenges.
• Deep knowledge of organizational design principles, including role definition, organizational structure, governance, process optimization, and workflow design.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Work is performed in a hybrid office environment.
• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance