Transportation Specialist (Grants Management & Evaluations Team) - Department of Transportation

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If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io, 711 (TTY), or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. About The Department The Department of Transportation is reposting the Transportation Specialist position for the Grants Management & Evaluation team to update the license requirements. Position Duties The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill 1 vacancy in the Grants Management & Evaluation team within the Planning and Project Delivery Division. This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. Grants Management & Evaluations Team The Department of Transportation Grants & Evaluations Team's mission is to support all interested department teams in grant funding pursuits. We achieve this through grant program research and strategy, managing the grant application process, and grant funding administration and delivery guidance. The evaluations team leads before-and-after study programs that seek to improve future project design and public communications about DOT projects through data-informed insights. These insights support future grant applications aimed at improving the safety of our most vulnerable roadway users (people walking and bicycling) based on a data-driven approach. Our team aims to increase grant-related revenue, limit the City’s exposure to any grant-related legal liability, and improve the efficiency and impact of programs and services funded through grant dollars. Under the guidance of the Associate Transportation Specialist, the Transportation Specialist would support the development and implementation of a data-based transportation evaluation program, and support DOT grant efforts to secure local, state, and federal grant funds that help the City advance safety and convenience of roadway users. Specifically, the Transportation Specialist would be responsible for researching grant opportunities, supporting the development of grant applications, and developing and delivering a data-based evaluation system. Grant Strategy and Development: Research and evaluate grant funding opportunities; support grant development and kick-off meetings; conduct GIS mapping and analysis; assess project competitiveness; and assist with the development of grant applications and supporting materials. Grant Information Management: Develop, maintain, and organize centralized grant information, databases, tracking systems, and reporting tools to support department-wide grant coordination, information sharing, and decision-making. Pre-Post Project Studies Delivery: Develop and deliver pre-post project evaluation studies for grant-funded CIP projects, including study plan development, kick-off coordination, data collection oversight, data analysis, spatial analysis, and presenting findings to internal and external stakeholders. Pre-Post Project Studies Information Management: Maintain and organize centralized study information for intradepartmental tracking and reporting tools, information sharing, and decision-making. Create process recommendations to refine departmental pre-post study approach. Other responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in transportation planning, city and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, environmental studies or related field. Other Qualifications Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Constructive Energies: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others. Analytical Thinking: Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Collaboration: Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Initiative: Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multi-Tasking: Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Planning: Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Additional Information Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. AI and the Hiring Process We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of San José