Community Planner (Transportation), Dept. of Transportation, FHA - Multiple Locations (IL, Other)

Summary

This position is responsible for providing leadership, program expertise and technical support for the implementation of Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) Planning program with an emphasis on transportation planning, programming, and project development. This position is also responsible for providing technical assistance to FHWA staff, State and local agencies, and other parties in the development and implementation of transportation planning techniques and processes.

Overview

• Open & closing dates 05/22/2024 to 11/22/2024

• Salary

  $143,736 - $191,900 per year

As a Community Planner, you will:

• Be responsible for coordinating work efforts within FHWA, USDOT, Census Bureau, other federal agencies, national cooperative programs, universities, State DOTs, and local government agencies. Represent the FHWA and the Federal Government to outside agencies and stakeholders as an authoritative source on Transportation Planning.
• Structure and guide research programs and projects to build understanding and advance Transportation Planning programs of states and MPOs. Develop programs and strategies to deploy innovative data collection and analysis capabilities for use by FHWA, FTA, EPA, States and local planning agencies.
• Provide authoritative guidance to Federal, State and local governments on Transportation Planning issues. Identify program issues and capability gaps using formal evaluations and contacts with professional and stakeholder groups. Develop new program directions and initiatives in response to capability gaps; designs, develops, and directs studies to be undertaken in-house or by outside contractors to resolve these gaps. Evaluates work results and implications with respect to overall program objectives and policy implications.

The ideal candidate is a senior level executive who possesses a mastery of transportation planning and project management techniques and an in-depth knowledge of transportation planning processes, guidance, and policy.  In addition, the ideal candidate should be an expert public speaker with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. 

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Transportation Finance Specialist - Federal Highway Administration - Various Locations

For more information on qualifications and to learn how to apply please visit: Transportation Finance Specialist 

Open & closing dates: 07/29/2022 to 10/28/2022

• Salary: $66,214 - $168,506 per year

Appointment type: Permanent 

• Summary:

• The incumbent serves as the Transportation Finance Specialist within the Federal Highway Administration, providing support to the agency in enhancing the FHWA’s stewardship, ensuring accountability of Federal funds and achieving organizational excellence in delivering the FHWA’s various highway and transportation programs.

Duties: 

As a Transportation Finance Specialist, you will:

• Serve as a technical advisor for FHWA division personnel, Headquarters personnel, and State DOT employees on various phases of auditing.
• Responsible for establishing, reviewing, and maintaining internal controls to achieve the objectives of effective and efficient operations, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develops financial management reports and conducts analysis to help resolve financial operations issues.
• Oversee the collection, review and communication of data requested by financial statement auditors or other outside entities requesting obligation or payment data.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced and highly motivated person looking to expand their knowledge and experience in governmental finance, budgets, and information control systems.

Requirements: 

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
• Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position

Conditions of Employment:

• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• Government Travel Card: Travel will vary by position. If the position requires travel, a government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• PCS/Relocation/Recruitment: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required. 
• Probationary Period: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• Supervisory Probationary Period: This announcement may be used to fill Supervisor or Manager positions. Supervisory or Lead duties may be assigned based on position/selection. Management Level and grade will be determined by the appointing agency.  If selected, you must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed).
• Financial Disclosure: Varies by position.  If applicable,  the applicant selected is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.
• Tour Renewal/Home Leave: Tour renewal and home leave may be offered based on location and position/selection and a service agreement may be required.
• Position Sensitivity and Risk: Varies by position and will be based on the position to which appointed.
• Security Clearance: Varies by position.  If applicable, you must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position to which appointed.
• Background Investigation: You may be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.