Assistant Vice President – Employee Availability & Workers Compensation Administration

Assistant Vice President – Employee Availability & Workers Compensation Administration

New York City Transit is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Assistant Vice President (AVP) Employee Availability & Workers Compensation Administration to join the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this senior executive will lead citywide strategies and programs related to employee availability including special investigations, Workers' Compensation, and operational efficiency across NYCT.

The AVP will oversee the Workers’ Compensation division, including the performance of a Third-Party Administrator (TPA), ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations, and reduce controllable absenteeism across the organization. This position plays a key role in legal coordination, policy implementation, and fraud investigation efforts. The AVP will supervise multidisciplinary teams and build partnerships with internal departments and external entities such as the NY State Workers’ Compensation Board and law enforcement agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead citywide strategies and programs related to employee availability.
• Oversee the Workers’ Compensation division and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Reduce controllable absenteeism across the organization.
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams and build partnerships with internal departments and external entities.

Education And Experience

A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college in Business Administration or a related field of study and ten (10) years of relevant experience, of which five (5) must have been in a managerial or supervisory capacity.

Desired Skills

Other Information

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

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 with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

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

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