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Deputy Director, Risk Assessment and Standards

Job ID: 12309

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Office of Insurance & Risk Mgt

Date Posted: Jul 15, 2025

Description

JOB TITLE:

Deputy Dir ector , Risk Assessment and Standards

DEPT/DIV:

Risk and Insurance Management

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

FULL/PART-TIME

FUL L

SALARY RANGE:

$ 145,000 - $ 155,000

DEADLINE:

Until filled

This position is eligible for teleworking , which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.

Opening:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

Position Objective:

The Deputy Director supports the Deputy Chief of Risk & Insurance Management in the performance of necessary tasks to reduce the MTA’s cost of risk through risk analysis and transfer, claims management practices, captive financial planning, insurance program placement, and other related functions in support of Risk & Insurance Management initiatives and MTA goals.

Responsibilities:

+ Responsible for the overall management of a staff of two: a senior analyst and a consultant. Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department.

+ Provide career development for subordinates.

+ Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling.

+ Responsible for the discipline/termination of employees when necessary.

+ Review the performance of staff.

+ Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

+ Responsible for negotiating, placing, purchasing, managing, and administering all MTA All Agency insurance programs, and overseeing OCIP insurance programs.

+ Works with Deputy Chief in determining alternative risk financing programs best suited for the captive insurance company, First Mutual Transportation Assurance Company.

+ Responsible for handling All Agency Fiduciary, Fidelity, and agency property insurance claims (Claims valued over $100 million are overseen by the Deputy Chief), and overseeing all other claims.

+ Responsible for handling FEMA claims, coordinating with internal personnel and stakeholders, and recording documentation and funding.

+ Represents the Deputy Chief at various internal meetings as well as with outside clients and government authorities, and reports back to the Deputy Chief.

+ Acts in the place of the Deputy Chief during extended absences and makes decisions on their behalf.

+ Responsible for preparing and reviewing Staff Summary formats completed for departmental matters.

+ Liaise with the MTA’s Internal Audit department with regard to the risk management function.

+ Liaises with MTA’s First Mutual Transportation Assurance Company (“FEMTAC”) on external audits and possibly other stakeholders, such as FEMA audits .

+ Is held accountable for overseeing and evaluating contractor performance, where applicable:

+ Observing the work performed by the contractor;

+ Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work meets contractual standards;

+ Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible; and

+ Escalating issues to other parties as needed.

+ Performs all necessary support and related duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

+ Must have knowledge of the implementation of self-insurance, commercial insurance, and reinsurance.

+ Must have knowledge of risk management.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Excellent organizational and presentation skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization, including the MTA Board.

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor’s Office for New York State, New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.

+ Demonstrated ability to work with other departments to develop responsive, cost-effective agency insurance programs.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.

+ Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area(s) of responsibility.

+ Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.

+ Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

+ A minimum of 10 years of Risk Management experience, of which at least 2 years must be at a supervisory/management level.

+ A minimum of eight (8 ) years of professional experience in the insurance industry, with comprehensive knowledge of various types of insurance policies, coverage, terms and conditions, as well as claims handling.

+ Thorough understanding of the risks associated with the capital and operating aspects of a public transportation authority.

+ Demonstrated ability to work with other departments to identify and develop responsive, cost-effective agency insurance programs.

+ Broker License required. Maintain Broker License to keep abreast with Captive insurance and current trends in risk management.

The F ollowing is/are preferred:

+ Master’s degree in a related field.

+ Attainment of or in the process of attaining Associate of Risk Management, Construction Risk Insurance Management, and Management Liability Insurance Specialist.

+ Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.

+ Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.