Project Manager, Special Programs
Regional Transportation Authority
Job Snapshot
Location:
175 W Jackson Blvd
Suite 1550
Chicago, IL 60604 (map it!Map it! )
Employee Type:
Full-Time
Industry:
Government - Civil Service
Transportation
Manages Others:
No
Job Type:
Transportation
Strategy - Planning
Engineering
Education:
4 Year Degree
Experience:
At least 3 year(s)
Relocation Covered:
No
Post Date:
7/21/2010
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), located in downtown Chicago, is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Project Manager, Special Programs.
Under the direction of the Program Manager, Special Programs, the incumbent conducts or manages varied, capital, operating , and planning projects in support of the RTA’s Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC), New Freedom, and the Innovation, Coordination and Enhancement(ICE) programs and other Division initiatives, including the Community Planning Program. Works with local communities, the RTA service boards, other regional planning agencies, and private and public human service agencies to develop, promote, and evaluate new initiatives consistent with RTA policies and the Strategic Plan.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Assists in all aspects of JARC, New Freedom, and ICE program development including the call for projects, application development, outreach, and the provision of technical assistance to prospective applicants.
2. Assists in all aspects of JARC, New Freedom, and ICE program and project administration including ensuring compliance with federal and RTA regulations, conducting program and project specific performance orientated monitoring activities, and administering RTA grant agreements with recipients.
3. Under the direction of the Program Manager Programs conducts research that is service oriented but related to the financing of local transportation services.
4. Manages multifaceted planning studies in support of the RTA’s Community Planning Program and other Division initiatives and conducts research on coordinated paratransit initiatives as assigned.
5. Develops and maintains open communications with project contacts, community officials, and RTA service board staff.
6. Prepares materials and conducts presentations for RTA senior management and the RTA Board of Directors.
Requirements
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or a related field, or additional equivalent work experience. AICP membership is preferred.
Qualified candidates should have a minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible experience in a public or private concern with an emphasis on planning skills. Experience and knowledge of non-traditional transportation services, coordinated paratransit services, transportation funding mechanisms is required. Specific knowledge of Federal Transit Administration grant requirements is preferred. Windows experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Experience with Access is preferred.
Minimum Starting Salary: $55,495
The RTA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Relocation is not available. For more information about the RTA, visit our website at www.rtachicago.com.
Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary history to:
Regional Transportation Authority
Human Resources, Attn: 10-PMSPV
175 W. Jackson, Suite 1550
Chicago, IL 60604
To apply online, go to: https://www.rtachicago.com/jobposting/?job=69
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