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Transportation Specialist - US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration

The Intelligent Transportation Systems Joint Program Office (ITS JPO) is pleased to announce the following Program Manager opportunity.

The ideal candidate will possess experience that is comparable to the professional standards of a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), including knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing large government research projects. The position offers the opportunity to coordinate ITS research with other DOT modes, Federal organizations, and other agencies, recommend research initiatives, monitor relevant research, and lead and manage specific projects through the entire innovation lifecycle.

This is an exciting opportunity if you are experienced in analyzing and reviewing ITS research and deployments and adept at collaborating with public and private transportation stakeholders on the implementation, commercialization, and communication of ITS technologies.  Come join the ITS JPO team if you are passionate about advancing tomorrow’s transportation technologies today to create a safer, smarter, more efficient transportation system!

The vacancy announcement is open from Wednesday, January 24, to Friday, February 23, 2024.

Position Location: Washington, DC, Federal Highway Administration Headquarters

Grade/Series: Transportation Specialist (GS-14/15)

Open to: All US Citizens

Application Deadline: February 23, 2024, 11:59 PM for best consideration

How to Apply:

We are using the Direct Hire authority to fill this vacancy. Please apply by February 23, 2024, for best consideration. To apply, prepare a resume describing your work experience applicable to this position’s primary duties and responsibilities. Then, either:

  • Complete an application at USA Jobs under:

OR

  • Send your resume directly to michael.solter@dot.gov with the subject line “Application: Program Manager”

Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information for us to make a qualification determination. Ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week up to 40, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level. A current SF-50 may be sought from finalist candidates later to verify qualifications. Please do not send an SF-50 at this time.

Questions? For USAJOBS application questions or issues when applying, please email the USAJOBS experts (during business hours, M-F) at TRANSJOBS@dot.gov. For other questions, please contact Michael Solter, ITS JPO, at michael.solter@dot.gov.

For additional information and to apply for this position, please use the links below:

Transportation Specialist, GS-2101-14

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759154400  

Transportation Specialist, GS-2101-15

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759154800   

ITS JPO Website

https://www.its.dot.gov

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