Public Transportation Specialist II - Public Transportation Division

Position Overview Administers complex state and federal public transportation grant programs and projects. Performs program and project oversight activities to include complex applications, grant agreements, procurements, reimbursements, audits and administrative requirements to determine compliance with federal and state requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high‑level executives, governmental officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives under direction from their supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties Coordinates and conducts reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures: authorizes approvals and develops recommendations or improvements. Provides technical assistance on program requirements to government agencies, transit providers, community organizations and the general public. Administers public transportation funds and related programs. Collaborates with program staff to provide technical assistance on program requirements to government agencies, transit providers, community organizations and the general public. Collaborates with program staff to conduct reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; assists in approvals and developing recommendations for improvements. Conducts project management oversight and compliance monitoring of grant sub‑recipients within assigned areas of the state. Verifies receipt and monitors sub‑recipients' procurements for compliance with contract and policy standards. Conducts quarterly and annual compliance reviews. Monitors payments, procedures and/or projects including site visits to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in public or business administration or an accounting related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Experience: 5 years experience in contract/grant/funding administration, planning, budgeting and/or working with state and federal funding. (Experience can be satisfied by full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology Budgeting methods and procedures Financial management and accounting systems Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities Coordinating and directing multiple projects Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Fingering‑picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Talking‑expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing‑perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Close Visual Acuity‑work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Visual Acuity‑determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Benefits and Perks Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑Time Employees On‑the‑Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family‑Friendly Policies and Programs The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Department of Transportation