Dept. of Transportation invites applications for the position of:
Business Services Grants Analyst - Transportation Planning Specialist 4
SALARY: $58,656.00 - $76,992.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 04/28/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/11/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The mission of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is to provide and support safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation options to improve livable communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. Public Transportation’s mission is to develop and deliver innovative, distinctive programs, services and approaches that support an integrated, multimodal, sustainable, transportation system that consistently exceeds our customers’ and partners’ expectations, and to be recognized as a great place to work.
The Public Transportation Division (PTD) is looking for an organized, detail oriented, self-motivated person to help to support these missions by performing critical program evaluations for public transportation projects funded by Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and state dollars. The selected person will have the chance to work with different parts of the agency to ensure that the coordination and analysis that needs to be done to create multimodal solutions are accurately documented within the plans and budgets.
If selected, you will interact with multiple parts of the agency, federal grant administrators, state and local transit agencies and private non-profit organizations. Here is your opportunity to work with a team who seeks to continually improve by embracing and implementing lean practices!
The position will perform the following work:
· Serve as the division’s representative with federal agencies including Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) and Federal Highways Administration (FHWA).
· Monitor sub-recipients to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
· Confirm that all federal requirements are met to ensure that FTA releases funding to WSDOT in a timely manner.
· Complete complex analysis of federal legislation and regulations to determine cost eligibility and ensure programs are administered in compliance with federal and state transportation regulations.
· Meet with public and private agencies to work through complex multimodal transportation funding problems and provide recommendations for action.
· Assist in the evaluation of applications for various transportation planning grants and programs for local jurisdictions.
· Participate as the subject matter expert on federal and state rules, laws and procedures regarding funding from FTA on multiple teams.
An ideal candidate will have:
· A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited college in planning, public or business administration, economics or accounting and four years of professional experience in grant development and administration involving analysis and evaluation of issues and problems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. · Knowledge of:
o Federal transportation funding programs and compliance requirements.
o Project management principles and practices.
· The skills to:
o Think critically and analytically.
o Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
· Ability to: o Interpret complex multiple federal and state regulations, rules and policies.
o Conduct research and analysis and provide appropriate recommendations based on
findings.
o Explain complex federal procedures and practices to employees and managers.
· A reputation for strong relationship building – specifically building and maintaining effective
networks of contacts that are useful in achieving work-related goals.
· Intermediate to advanced level of experience in Microsoft Office products.
How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please click on the green apply button at the top of this announcement. If you have not done so previously, you will need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position, you will need to answer the supplemental questions and you will need to provide a letter of interest and resume. Your letter of interest should describe how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.
Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Alvina Mao at (360) 705-7996 or email to HQHR@wsdot.wa.gov. Please reference recruitment number 2015-HQ-042.
The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Talent Acquisition Unit, Office of Human Resources, at 360.705.7996 or email at jobinfo@wsdot.wa.gov.
Business Services Grants Analyst - Transportation Planning Specialist 4 Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. Describe your experience or give an example of when you were responsible for conducting research and analysis in order to provide recommendations based on your findings.
* 2. Provide an example of a project that you were responsible for. We are most interested in an example where you served as the project manager. In your response, clearly define your role and sphere of responsibility.
* 3. Describe your experience working with federal grants.
Business Services Grants Analyst - Transportation Planning Specialist 4
SALARY: $58,656.00 - $76,992.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 04/28/15
CLOSING DATE: 05/11/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The mission of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is to provide and support safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation options to improve livable communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. Public Transportation’s mission is to develop and deliver innovative, distinctive programs, services and approaches that support an integrated, multimodal, sustainable, transportation system that consistently exceeds our customers’ and partners’ expectations, and to be recognized as a great place to work.
The Public Transportation Division (PTD) is looking for an organized, detail oriented, self-motivated person to help to support these missions by performing critical program evaluations for public transportation projects funded by Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and state dollars. The selected person will have the chance to work with different parts of the agency to ensure that the coordination and analysis that needs to be done to create multimodal solutions are accurately documented within the plans and budgets.
If selected, you will interact with multiple parts of the agency, federal grant administrators, state and local transit agencies and private non-profit organizations. Here is your opportunity to work with a team who seeks to continually improve by embracing and implementing lean practices!
The position will perform the following work:
· Serve as the division’s representative with federal agencies including Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) and Federal Highways Administration (FHWA).
· Monitor sub-recipients to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
· Confirm that all federal requirements are met to ensure that FTA releases funding to WSDOT in a timely manner.
· Complete complex analysis of federal legislation and regulations to determine cost eligibility and ensure programs are administered in compliance with federal and state transportation regulations.
· Meet with public and private agencies to work through complex multimodal transportation funding problems and provide recommendations for action.
· Assist in the evaluation of applications for various transportation planning grants and programs for local jurisdictions.
· Participate as the subject matter expert on federal and state rules, laws and procedures regarding funding from FTA on multiple teams.
An ideal candidate will have:
· A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited college in planning, public or business administration, economics or accounting and four years of professional experience in grant development and administration involving analysis and evaluation of issues and problems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. · Knowledge of:
o Federal transportation funding programs and compliance requirements.
o Project management principles and practices.
· The skills to:
o Think critically and analytically.
o Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
· Ability to: o Interpret complex multiple federal and state regulations, rules and policies.
o Conduct research and analysis and provide appropriate recommendations based on
findings.
o Explain complex federal procedures and practices to employees and managers.
· A reputation for strong relationship building – specifically building and maintaining effective
networks of contacts that are useful in achieving work-related goals.
· Intermediate to advanced level of experience in Microsoft Office products.
How to Apply: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please click on the green apply button at the top of this announcement. If you have not done so previously, you will need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position, you will need to answer the supplemental questions and you will need to provide a letter of interest and resume. Your letter of interest should describe how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.
Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Alvina Mao at (360) 705-7996 or email to HQHR@wsdot.wa.gov. Please reference recruitment number 2015-HQ-042.
The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Talent Acquisition Unit, Office of Human Resources, at 360.705.7996 or email at jobinfo@wsdot.wa.gov.
Business Services Grants Analyst - Transportation Planning Specialist 4 Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. Describe your experience or give an example of when you were responsible for conducting research and analysis in order to provide recommendations based on your findings.
* 2. Provide an example of a project that you were responsible for. We are most interested in an example where you served as the project manager. In your response, clearly define your role and sphere of responsibility.
* 3. Describe your experience working with federal grants.
