Management Associate- Chief of Staff Office
Job ID:
250595
Location:
DC - L'Enfant Plaza
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Posting Open-Close
07/14/2025
-
07/19/2025
Union
NRP
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Job Description
Marketing Statement:
Washington Metro Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Management Associate to join our Executive Office and Board Coordination Team. This entry-level opportunity offers early-career professionals a unique gateway into public transportation leadership by providing essential support to WMATA¿s executive operations.
In this dynamic role, the Management Associate will engage in a broad range of administrative responsibilities, contribute to high visibility special projects, and assist with project management initiatives that impact agency-wide decision making. Experience in executive management, operations, scheduling, and/or advance work is a plus!
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment that directly supports WMATA¿s Executive Leadership and Board of Directors.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in government administration and public sector project management while contributing to one of the nation¿s vital transit systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Administration or General Studies
Experience
Not to exceed two (2) years of experience relevant to assigned business function
Certification/Licensure
N/A
Preferred
Technical Training or Certification relevant to assigned business function
Successful completion of a Metro sponsored college internship or employment program
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Job Summary
The Management Associate works under direct supervision, performs entry-level professional analytical and technical work to assist with the analysis, data management, research and policy development related to the operations and services of a department or unit; assists with the monitoring, assessing, and reporting on the business processes and activities, including measuring and analyzing indicators of performance, quality, quantity and efficiency. May
perform a variety of entry-level professional work in coordinating a department-specific program and multiple administration functions, such as financial or budgetary analysis, procurement and contract administration, human resources management, information technology projects, department-specific administrative programs, or related functions and related work as required.
Performs entry-level work; less complex and more narrowly defined scope; performs designated segments and not all phases of the program/project cycle.
Essential Functions
Conducts professional-level work in functions or activities, such as financial, budgetary, procurement, contract administration, human resources, training, information technology, and similar functions;
Assists with a variety of technical and professional work related to monitoring and reporting on departmental business processes, activities, and outcomes.
Performs designated segments of projects or programs with well-defined objectives, including activities such as data collection, synthesis of data gathered to support analysis, and documentation of findings and recommendations.
Confers with other departments, officials, consultants and explains policies and procedures; may make presentations on assigned projects and programs.
Conducts research and analytical studies on a variety of programs and issues; coordinates and expedites reports and program information from departmental input; develops procedures and forms; formulates recommendations and prepares reports and correspondence.
Formats data sets and performs qualitative and descriptive statistical analyses to aggregate and assimilate data for displaying potential patterns and trends.
Supports manager in workforce management analysis to include research and coordination of grievance or disciplinary actions relating to union and nonunion employees.
Assists in implementing business improvements, such as changes to policies, work practices, processes and procedures.
Contributes to position papers, evaluation reports and presentations.
Communicates and interacts effectively with business contacts in a businesslike, customer service-oriented manner; establishes and maintains effective working relationships and work collaboratively as a member of a team.
The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Personal interview
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
