Active Transportation Program Manager
Seattle Department of Transportation
October 20, 2014
Experience:
3-5 years
Contact person:
Larry Flores
Phone:
2066150889
Email:
larry.flores@seattle.gov
Location:
Seattle, WA
| SALARY: | $37.87 - $56.82 Hourly |
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| LOCATION: | Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, Washington |
| JOB TYPE: | Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time |
| SHIFT: | Day |
| DEPARTMENT: | Seattle Department of Transportation |
| BARGAINING UNIT: | Not represented |
| CLOSING DATE | 10/28/14 04:00 PM Pacific Time |
Position Description:
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), a leader in progressive transportation, seeks a talented individual to develop, manage and champion a leading-edge active transportation program that benefits users of all ages and abilities.
The program manager will steer a matrix-managed team to deliver projects, programs and encouragement strategies that increase the number of trips accomplished by walking, biking and transit; increase safety and efficient mobility for non-motorized users; create active public spaces; and advance the City’s greenhouse gas reduction goals.
This position will report to the Mobility Programs Manager within the Policy and Planning (P&P) Division. The division shapes Seattle’s present and future transportation system to create healthy communities, support a thriving economy, improve our environment, and empower people by offering safe, efficient, and equitable choices for how and when to travel. We’re a team of inquisitive and collaborative planning professionals dedicated to meeting the needs and expectations of the public we serve through creative, cost-effective and practical solutions.
Job Responsibilities:
Partnership and Program Development
- Develop and champion a visionary active transportation program that meets the City’s mobility, environmental, and public health goals and supports the economy.
- Identify trends and best practices to develop new initiatives and projects that are integrated with and support other City programs and policies.
- Represent and advocate for program and department interests with community groups, partner agencies, the Mayor, City Council, and other departments.
- Seek funding and develop partnerships with community-based organizations, the private sector and other stakeholders to identify, fund and implement active transportation initiatives.
- Ensure the community has the tools and knowledge needed to achieve key transportation goals of city-adopted plans, including the Pedestrian, Bicycle and Transit Master Plans, the Climate Action Plan, and Comprehensive Plan.
- Staff the Seattle Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Boards.
Program Management
- Lead a matrix-managed team comprised of staff from various programs, including Safe Routes to School, Public Space Management, Traffic Safety, Complete Streets/urban design, capital project development, and Communications.
- Manage the Summer Streets program, including secure partnerships and funding, and develop a Sunday Parkway program.
- Ensure that programs and projects address all ages, abilities, incomes and equitably serve all people and neighborhoods in Seattle.
- Develop and manage program work plan, budget and quality of deliverables.
- Develop and evaluate analytical and quantitative tools to monitor, track and assess program performance.
- Oversee consultant and grant management activities.
Policy and Plan Development and Analysis
- Participate in the development of transportation plans and policies to address place-making and pedestrian, bicycle and transit access.
- Review and comment on project development activities to ensure positive outcomes for active transportation uses.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning or related field.
- Three years of transportation planning or development experience.
- Combinations of appropriate education, training, and/or experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
- Experience leading matrix-managed teams and developing transportation programs, including public engagement processes.
- At least three years’ experience performing significant work with members of the public.
- Communication skills (written and oral) that is effective and persuasive with a wide range of audiences.
- Demonstrated success in creating partnerships and securing sponsorships to deliver programs, including funding partnerships.
- Ability to analyze data; define problems; identify potential solutions; develop implementation strategies; and evaluate outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to independently set workload priorities, manage multiple funding sources and lead multidisciplinary teams across organizational lines; and demonstrated ability to work with demanding and competing deadlines.
- Ability to work occasional nights and weekends as required.
- Current State driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
- Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.
Additional Information:
Desired Qualifications
- Supervisory experience.
- At least three years’ experience performing significant work with elected officials and public agencies.
- Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and project management software.
- Master’s degree in related field.
- Multilingual ability a plus.
How to Apply
To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity, the following items are required to be considered for this position:
1. Completed NEO-GOV online (or paper) application.
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses.
3. A cover letter AND résumé.
Note: Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process which may include a criminal history background review, reference checks, and driving history review.
To learn more about Seattle Department of Transportation, visit our webpage.
http://www.seattle.gov/jobs ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM MANAGER (SA2-GG) JK
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Job #2014-01038
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| If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office. OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT: Seattle Municipal Tower 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5400 Seattle, WA 98104 206-684-8088 Careers@seattle.gov |