Director, Systems Projects (Data Governance

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Plans, schedules, researches, provides leadership, and oversees technical staff in order to successfully implement Information Technology (IT) projects supporting major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), software applications, and/or complex communications infrastructure systems.

This role will lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maturity of the agency’s enterprise data governance framework, ensuring data is trusted, secure, compliant, and strategically leveraged across the organization. The Director will guide cross-functional stakeholders, champion data quality and stewardship, and align governance initiatives with agency-wide digital transformation goals.

Please be aware that only the first 100 applicants will be guaranteed consideration for this position. Be sure to submit your application promptly, as the bulletin will close once 100 applications are received.

Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of August 24, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your  profile and emails for the latest updates.

• Provides advanced level project management services to lead, administer, and ultimately support the successful delivery of Information Technology (IT) projects
• Manages complex projects supporting major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., financial, budget, human resources, and transportation systems) and/or major technology infrastructure systems (e.g., network, telecommunications, business productivity, communications, and security systems)
• Provides oversight and management of technical staff and contractors in activities related to the project deliverables for IT systems and infrastructure
• Understands and follows a Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) methodology to successfully deliver technology projects
• Works with key stakeholders to develop and prepare key integral project management documents, including business cases, project charters, budgets, project requirements, scopes of work, procurement documents, project plans and schedules, tests, and training plans
• Reviews and analyzes new project requests and justifications for new and expanded programs
• Gathers requirements to support development of project scope of work
• Interfaces with vendors for information and cost estimates
• Prepares solicitation documents for request of proposals, including cost estimate, scope of work, and evaluation process
• Participates in selection and negotiation processes for hiring of outside contractors
• Develops departmental plans and schedules
• Monitors, tracks, and evaluates work progress
• Tracks budget and actual costs
• Authorizes payment for equipment, professional services, and licensing related to the project deliverables
• Allocates assigned staff and other resources required to meet objectives
• Serves as the liaison between group departments, external vendors/providers of IT, and Metro executives
• Communicates updates, change orders, status, issues and risk with project stakeholders
• Consults with stakeholders to clarify and solve systems development needs and problems; establishes and modifies priorities and schedules to ensure stakeholder satisfaction
• Implements problem resolution programs and tracks project issues
• Presents plans, project status, and progress against milestones in oral and written reports to the Project Management Office (PMO) and executive management
• Facilitates governance and strategic planning
• Ensures conformance with federal and state regulations
• Researches and evaluates new technology software and hardware
• Participates on various committees and task forces
• Conducts special projects and studies and presents progress reports and findings
• Participates in the department's information security, disaster recovery, and safety programs
• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees