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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the length of the Leadership Development Program? ​

The length of the program is 12 months. It begins in January and ends in December.  ​

When does the application period open and close? 

Application period opens annually in October.  The deadline to apply is the end of November of the same year at 5 p.m. to be considered for the following year Leadership Development Program. ​

When will I be notified if I was selected for the Program? ​

All candidates will be notified in January following the closure of the application period if they were selected to be a part of the Program.

 

How many hours are dedicated to the program?

The minimum hours dedicated to the program is 30-35 (on the job hours) this does not include personal volunteered hours spent on assignments and development. 

 

Will I get paid for personal or hours worked on the program outside of my normal working hours?

No additional pay will be granted for personal hours spent on your professional development outside of JTA working hours.

 

Is there an appeal process if I do not get into the program?

Yes, there is an appeal process.  If you do not get in the program, you can request a meeting with the Leadership Development Program Review Board Committee to discuss your application, presentation, and interview.

 

Is the program delivered online or face to face?

The program is designed to be delivered face to face.

 

Who is Eligible for the Program?  ​Anyone who meets ALL criteria below:

  • An Assistant Manager or above (Grade 3 and up)
  • Commit to invest the necessary time to participate in the program​
  • Participate in monthly coaching calls, meetings​, and events 
  • Meet regularly with their leader to reflect and apply leadership knowledge developed in the program

Note: Employees must have at least 2 years of employment with JTA and cannot be on a performance corrective action plan ​nor have any disciplinary actions within the last year.

 

What documents to submit? ​

  • JTA University Leadership Development Program Application​
  • Leadership Essay​
  • Letters of Recommendation​ (One from a Manager/Director/AVP/VP/SVP and one from a peer within the Authority).
  • A copy of the most recent Annual Performance Appraisal

Note: An in-person interview and a presentation with SVPs is required as a part of the selection process.

 

Which meetings or conferences will be required? ​

Examples of meeting and conferences that will be required:

  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) ​
  • JTA Board Meetings and JAX Chamber Events​
  • Director and Assistant Vice Presidents (AVP) Cohort Meetings
  • American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)
  • American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
  • Florida Department of Transportation
  • COMTO Jacksonville
  • Transportation Research Board 
  • International Transportation Service

 

Who can I contact if I have additional questions?

Contact Dr. Sandy Beaumont at sbeaumont@jtafla.com or 904-776-5764.