Deputy Director of UX Research and Design, Transit Technology
Massachusetts Bay Transportation AuthorityBoston, New Hampshire, USA1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Job descriptionContribute to UX Principles & Design Standards. Scope complex design work. Support designers on high priority workstreams. Meet and collaborate regularly with other design leaders. Directly manage research and design staff (including contracted staff) on those teams including performance management position descriptions hiring and growth as applicable. Onboard new design team members. Administer performance review processes. Coach team members on ideal team behavior. Investigate performance concerns and recommend actions. Screen resumes and candidates for open positions. Choose interview panel. Lead hiring within designed processes. Build strong relationships within the department with stakeholders across the MBTA and in industry to ensure that our work is aligned with the agencys mission and best practices. Implement and manage strategic plans including by establishing and monitoring ongoing metrics tracking roadmap milestones and ensuring execution and alignment. Support designers and cross-functional teams on the delivery of outcomes and goals. Identify unrealistic or non-user-focused goals and elevate those risks accordingly. Help designers think and act strategically towards program outcomes. Provide input and support on major procurements. Manage vendors and hold them accountable. Coordinate the execution of capital projects that improve areas of operational responsibility by working closely with project managers and administrative staff. Monitor capital financial reports including by conducting basic financial forecasting. Occasionally manage small capital rollouts directly. Identify and make plans to address team-level challenges and process issues. Facilitate better communication and coordination among design and engineering teams. Facilitate better coordination on cross-team UX initiatives. Identify the right mode of operations (alignment delivery etc.) for UX based on phase of work. Respond to and manage support requests inquiries and other administrative information requests in a professional and timely manner. Propose means to address risk as necessary. Communicate operational or organizational challenges preventing successful outcomes on the design and product team level. Recognize when team staffing doesnt meet department needs and priorities. Communicate operational or organizational challenges preventing successful outcomes on the design and product team level Define and articulate standards for how technology is developed and used to serve the public effectively. Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Available to work any and all shifts and / or locations as assigned or directed. Available to work as per assignment by the MBTA twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as directed by supervisory staff for severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service. Five (5) years of experience as a designer working in a cross-functional design-led software development team. Two (2) years of experience as a UX Design Manager or Leader in a technically and / or operationally complex problem space. Experience working on cross-functional teams including program product and engineering in multiple settings. Demonstrated ability to assess when to follow or deviate from UX standards based on broader organizational and user needs. Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying UX best practices service design usability heuristics accessibility standards (WCAG) and human-computer interaction. Ability to assess when to follow or deviate from UX standards based on broader organizational and user needs. Ability to provide understanding and examples of how individual design decisions fit into the larger ecosystem of the product business and user journey. Effective organizational analytical confidentiality multi-tasking and time management skills. Previous experience designing workflows and procedures. Experience in public sector transportation agency and / or civic technology team. Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a design-related field. A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement. An associate degree from an accredited institution and additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement. A masters degree in a related subject may substitute for two (2) years of general experience. A nationally recognized certification or statewide / professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience Adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies. Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check background screening and the MBTAs medical requirements including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screening. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and / or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection). Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program. Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role. Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences. Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required). Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers. Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and / or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection). Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings. Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service. Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting their positions and throughout the duration of their program. General Disclaimer : The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. Application Completion : It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history. Application Deadlines : Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established. Work Environment : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements. Work Eligibility : All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. Interviews : Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time / date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email. Safety Sensitive Positions : Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing. On-call or 24 / 7 Positions : Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority. Essential / Emergency Staff : During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management. ADA Accommodations : The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or . Diversity Equity and Inclusion : The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits : Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.
At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs Core Values are built around safety service equity sustainability and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and values. This includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.
Job Summary
The Technology Innovation Department (TID) at the MBTA is a design-led technology team focused on making our transit system easy for all riders to use. The Deputy Director UX Research and Design manages team operations focuses on staffing performance reviews and hiring processes and supports designers in achieving program outcomes. They are involved in the day-to-day delivery of work that supports program outcomes. They ensure the team operates efficiently and align design work with strategic goals. This role is integrated into the Transit Technology Program and spends the majority of their time working in the define and deliver space of Transit Technology program outcomes.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day operations of five (5) cross-functional (i.e. combined design engineering product) teams in Transit Technology to help them efficiently deliver value to MBTA riders and front-line staff.
- Help teams implement best practices and quality standards for content design research and provide input into establishing those standards based on modern principles.
Review work for quality and ensure relevant UX Principles & Design Standards are followed or identify when they are not for strategic reasons.
Identify staffing gaps or needs for the outcomes owned by your team.
Collaborate with Program Managers to help define and clarify Program Outcomes.
Observe operations of product teams and attend team rituals.
Escalate all risks in a clear and timely manner.
The Deputy Director of UX Research and Design is responsible for practicing and upholding working agreements which are essential to the departments success.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Supervision
Supervises up to eight (8) User-Experience User-Interface and / or Service Designers and
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Preferred Experience and Skills
Minimum Education
Substitutions Include
Job Conditions
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Required Experience :
Director
Key Skills
Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Yearly Salary Salary : 128540 - 150000
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