Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collecting various transit-related performance measures
- Developing and maintaining databases of project listings and funding awards for the purpose of grant administration, monitoring, and tracking
- Participating in the annual programming of federal funds to public transportation providers
- Conducting various financial analyses to ensure fair and equitable distribution of federal funds across the region
- Preparing grant documents and verifying all format requirements, funding availability, and deadlines are met
- Coordinating, implementing, and supporting the management of short-term transit-related projects
- Building supportive community networks
- Drafting technical reports and project status reports
- Providing technical assistance and support within the agency and to external partners
- Conducting oversight and compliance activities consistent with grantor program guidelines
- Conducting research, analysis and interpretation of federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to transportation planning and funding
Required Skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies, the public, and stakeholders
- Ability to derive insights and meaningful interpretation of data by performing analyses on various sources
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Sensitivity to cultural, socioeconomic, and political issues in the community
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Innovative and proactive problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects, organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods (Business, Economics, Finance, Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Urban/Regional Planning, or related area)
- At least one year of job-related experience
- Experience implementing regional and/or public transportation projects desired
- Experience working with federal, State, or local transportation programs desired
- Experience working with transit-dependent populations desired
Starting Salary Range
Minimum of $48,030.00 – $57,636.00 annually
Apply at https://nctcog.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/1490
To apply for this job email your details to AHarding@JFSdallas.org