VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT (DART)
THE BUSINESS OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT WILL REQUIRE A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT LENS
FROM WHICH TO VIEW …THE NEXT LEVEL
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is seeking a new HR leader TO:
Pursue value as well as efficiency;
Invest in strategic outcomes as well as conduct the day to day activities;
Seek the uniqueness of exceptions, as well as uniformity.
Today’s DART Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer must be a transformational leader and game changer
with a demonstrated track record of delivering success utilizing the latest trends and best practices, while
cultivating talent and positioning leaders for a continued legacy of success at DART.
DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT (DART) is one of the nation’s largest full-service transit systems. With an extensive
network of bus, light rail, commuter rail and paratransit, DART moves more than 200,000 passengers per day
across a 700-square-mile service area. DART's annual budget totals $1.256 billion with an operating budget of
$422 million. Fiscal year 2012 marks the culmination of over twenty years of planning and construction of the
DART mass transit system.
THE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER is appointed by the Deputy Executive Director. This
senior level position directs and oversees activities of personnel engaged in human resources activities for Dallas
Area Rapid Transit (DART) in accordance with the policies and practices of the Agency and all applicable
laws/regulations governing public entities. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic human
resource leadership and planning to provide the recruitment, training and retention of the best talent available
and to position DART as an Employer of Choice. The Human Resources Department provides HR services to
approximately 3,500 employees as well as applicants aspiring to join DART. The Department has a staff of 28 and a
2012 operating budget of approximately $4.142 million.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Collaborates with executive leaders on the development and implementation of human resource
initiatives designed to support Agency strategic goals, diversity initiatives and objectives.
Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization’s day-to-day human resource
function and performance, including oversight of recruitment & retention, compensation & benefits, HR
Information Systems, records management, employee/labor relations, dispute resolution, organizational
development and administrative services.
Develops appropriate policies and programs for the effective management of people resources in
compliance with applicable laws, statutes and regulations.
Evaluates and advises on the impact of long range planning of new programs/strategies and regulatory
actions as these items impact the attraction, motivation, development and retention of people resources..
Assesses the human resource function, structure/team and plans for continual improvement in the
efficiency and effectiveness of the group in providing services to internal and external customers.
Establishes and secures approval of goals and programs for human resources with broad latitude for
decision making based on identified performance metrics.
At the President’s discretion, serves as the chief spokesperson for labor discussions, trustee on retirement
committees and chairperson of various internal employee groups. Also serves as agency liaison to various
community and civic organizations.
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Interviews; selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, terminates subordinate
personnel in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
9. Promotes and models agency values, including safety, diversity & inclusion, team work and fiscal
responsibility.
10. Develops, submits for approval, and monitors the department budget. Takes action to insure department
operates within approved budget levels.
11. Prepares a variety of reports for management review.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The next Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer must be a transformational leader, with a proven track
record of leading diverse and complex human resources organizations and strategically facilitating organizational
change. The VP, Chief Human Resources Officer must provide strategic leadership and assertive/consistent advice
and support to the Deputy Executive Director, executive leadership team and key internal and external
stakeholders on key Human Resource functions and matters including pro-active strategic planning, benefits and
compensation, performance management planning, employment law, labor relations, staffing management, and
workforce development and diversity.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated
minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Human Resources,
or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
2. Fourteen (14) years progressively responsible experience in human resources management and
development of strategic initiatives or related field to include a minimum of nine (9) years experience
managing a professional staff.
3. Knowledge of Labor Management policies and procedures, Federal, State and local laws pertaining to
Human Resources preferred.
4. Knowledge of Public Sector benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, and retirement
programs (defined benefits, defined contribution and individual incentive programs) preferred.
5. Knowledge of formal employee disciplinary processes including but not limited to hearings, appeals and
arbitration preferred.
6. Knowledge in organized labor relations and issues preferred.
7. Valid Texas Drivers License Class C, no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last sixty (60)
consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI on driving record, and not more than three (3)
convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months in order to operate
DART non-revenue vehicles.
8. Ability to establish credibility throughout the organization with both management and employees in order
to be an effective resource in problem-solving and dispute resolution.
9. Must have highly developed leadership, organization, and people skills.
10. Must have strong project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and budget
with fiscal integrity for capital and operational projects.
11. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable engaging in challenging
discussions to resolve issues.
12. Demonstrated ability to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers;
establish and maintain effective relationships with customers and gain their trust and respect.
13. Demonstrated ability to be effective in a variety of formal presentations settings: one on one, small and
large groups, with peers, direct reports, bosses, board of directors and community; is effective both inside
and outside the organization
14. Demonstrated ability to build constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can
defuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
15. Knowledgeable in current and trending policies, practices, technology, and information relevant to the
human resources function
THE SELECTION PROCESS
APPLY ON-LINE: Candidates for this position will initially be evaluated by The Hawkins Company. The most
qualified individuals will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process and may be
required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. We will begin the interviewing process as soon as we
have a pool of highly qualified candidates. To be considered for this rare opportunity, individuals should
submit a letter of interest and a formal resume including salary history and references to Daphne Le Blanc,
Partnering Consultant as soon as possible, but no later than July 6th, 2012 to:
daphne@thehawkinscompany.com