SUMMARY
Serves as a strategic advisor to assigned MARTA divisions by aligning Human Resources strategies with the Authority’s operational and organizational goals. Acts as a liaison between employees and managers within assigned business units, divisions, or departments and the corporate Human Resources function. Collaborates with external Human Resources vendors to ensure contract compliance, supports the preparation and renewal of Human Resources contracts, tracks contract expenditures, and assists in the development of the annual Human Resources budget.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees in alignment with the Authority’s policies, goals and objectives.
2. Integrates business needs with HR expertise to support data-informed workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management aligned with MARTA’s long-term objectives.
3. Partners with Assistant General Managers, Directors, and departmental leaders to develop HR strategies supporting divisional and Authority-wide goals.
4. Assists with the review and updating of HR policies.
5. Ensures consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs across assigned business areas.
6. Partners closely with HR business units, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, HRIS, Performance Analytics, Learning & Development and Occupational Medical Services to provide seamless support to client divisions.
7. Participates in cross-departmental projects, HR initiatives, and Authority-wide programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and workforce engagement.
8. Performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems. Refers more complex issues to AGM of Human Resources or other leadership. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate groups.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required. Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including at least two (2) years in an HR Generalist role supporting a large, complex organization (public sector or transportation environment preferred). Must possess working knowledge of all areas within Human Resources. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills required. Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
HR certification (SHRM-CP/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SPHR) is preferred.
Salary: $75-$87K
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field
- Five years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience
- At least two years of HR Generalist experience supporting a large, complex organization
- Working knowledge of all areas within Human Resources
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills
- Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR
- Public sector or transportation environment experience
What We Do
MARTA was created to provide safe, convenient and reliable transit service for the Metro Atlanta region. MARTA is vital to the success of metro Atlanta's economy, the preservation of our environment and the quality of life in our region. According to a University of Georgia study, MARTA is responsible for about $2.6 billion in economic activity every year. Our Vision People taking people where they want to go today and tomorrow. Our Mission To advocate for and provide safe, multimodal transit services that advance prosperity, connectivity and equity for a more livable region. Our Priorities Everyday, we will do our part at MARTA to operate a transit system that: * Consistently provides excellence in customer service * Delivers the capital program with speed and efficiency * Strengthens the MARTA brand * Demonstrates fiscal responsibility
