Senior Financial Analyst, Metra - Chicago, IL

Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Type: Full-time, in-person

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $69,736.00 - $104,603.00

The Senior Financial Analyst will conduct complex financial and operational analyses pertaining to Metra and Purchase of Service (POS) commuter railroad operations.  Specific activities can include: contributing to the budget process by updating major cost components on established financial models; contributing to the completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end reviews of operating results compared to approved plans and forecasts; collecting data and performing financial and operational analyses to assist Budget division management in providing accurate, timely, and meaningful analysis to Metra departments, Senior Management, and Board of Directors; conducting technical/analytical reviews of processes, tasks, and financial issues in order to analyze their impact on Metra; reading, researching, and interpreting complex contracts/agreements for budget process compliance; monitoring financial trends, conditions and cost allocation factors; and performing other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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Service Analyst 2 - Metra - Chicago

For more information and to apply please visit: Metra

Date Posted:

5/5/2023

Posting End Date:

5/18/2023

City:

Chicago

State:

IL

Salary Range:

$61,549.00 - $94,576.00

Description: 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Business Efficiency and Process Improvement is charged with culturizing a mind-set of continuous improvement and lean strategy across Metra. This department will drive strategic process improvements across the organization. It will be responsible for achieving positive significant and sustained impact on Metra's finances, operations, customer satisfaction, employees, and processes. The objectives for this department are to improve Metra's ability to grow revenue, improve cash flow, reduce costs, enhance customer experiences, and improve Metra's business processes.

Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Planning, the Service Analyst 2 reviews, analyzes, and reports on data related to Metra's service, ridership, and fares to keep senior staff informed of trends and support decision making; works to improve reporting products and business processes; and fulfills the agency's federally mandated monthly ridership reporting requirements to the National Transit Database (NTD).

The primary duties includeEnsure accurate and timely reporting for several recurring reports, including monthly and annual ridership trends for the Metra Board, monthly and annual reporting for National Transit Database (NTD), and various  operations-related reports. Extract operations data from multiple data warehouses and import to various reporting and analysis software programs including Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Recommend new reports and changes to existing methodologies to management that will improve trends analysis, business intelligence, and regular and ad hoc reporting. Work with the IT department and consultants to create new reports  and improve the efficiency of existing reports. Identify and troubleshoot data errors within data warehouse reports and internal records; work with internal departments and consultants to identify errors and potential issues with data sets, decide on a course of corrective action, and present alternatives to management; and monitor the implementation of corrective actions, escalating issues to management as needed. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Service Analyst - Metra - Chicago

For more information and to apply please visit: Metra

Date Posted:

5/5/2023

Posting End Date:

5/18/2023

City:

Chicago

State:

IL

Salary Range:

$55,954.00 - $85,978.00

Description: 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Business Efficiency and Process Improvement is charged with culturizing a mind-set of continuous improvement and lean strategy across Metra. This department will drive strategic process improvements across the organization. It will be responsible for achieving positive significant and sustained impact on Metra's finances, operations, customer satisfaction, employees, and processes. The objectives for this department are to improve Metra's ability to grow revenue, improve cash flow, reduce costs, enhance customer experiences, and improve Metra's business processes.

Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Planning, the Service Analyst is responsible for collecting and analyzing ridership and operational data for performance reporting; conduct research and updates databases and graphs to report on data related to the agency's service, ridership, and fares; and support the federally mandated monthly ridership reporting requirements to the National Transit Database (NTD).

Schedule and Service Design Analyst 2 - Metra

For more information and to apply please visit: Metra 

Date Posted:

3/28/2023

Posting End Date:

4/25/2023

City:

Chicago

Salary Mid Point:

$75,060.00

Salary Range:

$60,048.00 - $90,072.00

Description: 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Business Efficiency and Process Improvement Department is responsible for providing safe, efficient and dependable transportation to commuters on all Metra-operated lines: Milwaukee North and West, Rock Island, Metra Electric, SouthWest Service, North Central Service and Heritage Corridor and those lines operating under purchase of service  agreements: BNSF and Union Pacific. In addition to all employees directly involved in providing train service, The Business Efficiency and Process Improvement Department also oversees the Rules Department, Dispatching Office, Crew Management Center, Station Services, Customer Service, Ticket Services and GPS Center.

Schedule and Service Design Analyst 1 - Metra

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Date Posted:

3/28/2023

Posting End Date:

4/25/2023

City:

Chicago

Salary Mid Point:

$68,236.00

Salary Range:

$54,589.00 - $81,884.00

Description:

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Business Efficiency and Process Improvement Department is responsible for providing safe, efficient and dependable transportation to commuters on all Metra-operated lines: Milwaukee North and West, Rock Island, Metra Electric, SouthWest Service, North Central Service and Heritage Corridor and those lines operating under purchase of service  agreements: BNSF and Union Pacific. In addition to all employees directly involved in providing train service, The Business Efficiency and Process Improvement Department also oversees the Rules Department, Dispatching Office, Crew Management Center, Station Services, Customer Service, Ticket Services and GPS Center.

Planning Analyst - Metra - Chicago

For more information and to apply please visit: Metra 

Date Posted:

2/24/2023

Posting End Date:

3/31/2023

City:

Chicago

State:

IL

Salary Mid Point:

$68,236.00

Salary Range:

$54,589.00 - $81,884.00

Description 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Service Analyst - Metra - Chicago, IL

Metra Service Analyst 

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Date Posted:

2/15/2023

Posting End Date:

3/1/2023

City:

Chicago

State:

IL

Salary Mid Point:

$75,060.00

Salary Range:

$60,048.00 - $90,072.00

Description: 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Metra - Program Coordinator 3 - Chicago

 Program Coordinator 3

Posting End Date:

8/19/2022

Location:

Chicago, IL

Salary Mid Point:

$82,566.00

Salary Range:

$66,053.00 - $99,079.00

Description 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Long Range Planning Group identifies opportunities for expanding, enhancing, and maintaining the Metra rail system including how best to fund those capital needs. Under Long Range Planning, the Program Development section develops Metra’s capital program and amendments and prepares all discretionary funding grant applications. 

Reporting to the Manager, Program Development, the Program Coordinator 3 assists with the development of the annual and five year capital programs, oversees discretionary grant development functions, and participates in Transit Asset Management (TAM) activities and asset data development. Primary Duties include: Administer the quarterly capital program amendments, evaluate project justification data submitted by operating departments, using the strategic capital model and decision-making tool, to determine eligibility and level of grant funding; and collaborate with management in departments selected for funding to develop budgets, project scopes, and schedules. Attend status meetings to track the progress of projects, provide analysis of spending, and advise departments relative to achieving project milestones, modifying project scope, and reallocating funds. Build and maintain various databases that support analysis of the capital program, prepare quarterly capital program amendments, and generate reports for use by management in making reallocation decisions. Oversee and coordinate the preparation of discretionary grant applications including researching grant opportunities, identifying projects that meet program eligibility, completing grant applications, and monitoring obligations and expenditures. Manage the preparation of quarterly reports as needed, implement continuous improvement practices, develop department policies, and research best practices. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements 

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Planning, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field.

2. In addition to #1 above, must have five (5) years of experience that includes financial analysis and grant writing.

3. Considerable knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis.

4. Considerable knowledge of grant writing techniques.

5. Knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA), state, and/or Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) procedures and guidelines pertaining to capital funding.

6. Good knowledge of federal and state grant research and application processes and procedures.

7. Good analytical and organizational skills.

8. Good verbal and written communication skills.

9. Good math skills, specifically statistical analysis.

10. Extensive experience in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

11. Ability to analyze complex budget and financial data and prepare reports.

12. Ability to use GIS software, specifically Esri products.

13. Ability to interpret federal grant requirements.

14. Ability to lead projects.

 Preferences:

1. Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, or Political Science.

2. Ability to utilize Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or comparable software for data visualization and to prepare formal documents.

 Metra requires all new-hire employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their first day of employment.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and  employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

 

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Metra - Program Coordinator 1 - Chicago

 Program Coordinator 1

Posting End Date:

Friday 8/19/2022

Location:

Chicago, IL

Salary Mid Point:

$68,236.00

Salary Range:

$54,589.00 - $81,884.00

Description 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Long Range Planning Group identifies opportunities for expanding, enhancing, and maintaining the Metra rail system including how best to fund those capital needs. Under Long Range Planning, the Program Development section develops Metra’s capital program and amendments and prepares all discretionary funding grant applications.

Reporting to the Manager, Program Development, the Program Coordinator 1 performs various tasks to support the development of the annual and five year capital programs and the supports the development of discretionary grant applications. Attend capital project meeting to obtain status information on project budgets, spending, and balances. Utilize and update databases of project status, analyze spending trends, and generate reports to use in making reallocation decisions. Research discretionary grants opportunities, work with departments to determine projects that might meet funding criteria, and collect information for inclusion in the grant application. Assist in the preparation of reports and documents including charts, graphs, and maps. Participate on the interdepartmental team for the development and monitoring of various initiatives. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements 

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Planning, Public Administration, Political Science or related field.

2. Working knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis.

3. General knowledge of transportation policy issues.

4. Good analytical and organizational skills.

5. Good verbal and written communications skills.

6. Good math skills, specifically statistical analysis.

7. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

8. Ability to use GIS software, specifically Esri products

9. Ability to analyze complex budget and financial data and prepare reports.

10. Ability to interpret federal grant requirements.

11. Ability to lead projects.

Metra requires all new-hire employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their first day of employment.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and  employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

 

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Grant Analyst I, Metra Rail

Description

 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

 

Financial Affairs is headed by the Chief Financial Officer and divided into five groups: Information Technology; Treasury; Accounting, Budget, Management Analysis and Contracts; and Grant Management. The core mission of these groups is to provide accurate financial information so that Metra can run its business efficiently. Together these departments employ approximately 160 people.

 

Reporting to the Director, Grant Administration, the Grant Analyst 1 will support the Grants Management division and will research and analyze project data to complete local, state, and federal grant applications for capital grant funding; review and edit grant agreements and amendments; prepare and submit progress and statistical reports; and ensure compliance with all agency and governmental rules, regulations, and standards related to grant awards for transit agencies.  The primary duties include manage all phases of the grant award process; determine available funding sources from the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) and non-FTA are properly aligned; collaborate with departments on project funding needs; and build grant applications and amendments based on project specifications, scope, schedule, and budget information. Capture the essence of the project to generate a summary to effectively communicate the needs of, and uses for, potential grant funding; and ensure the summary is acceptable to the FTA. Evaluate and clarify project information to ensure project meets eligibility criteria and information is accurate prior to grant application submission; develop processes for delivering funding to projects following awards; enter awarded funding data into planning and financial systems; maintain and reconcile systems containing grant award information; and prepare funding release documents. Develop accurate project listings and materials for inclusion in the FTA's annual Program of Projects publication; and cross-reference project budget information and capital project identifiers to be entered into the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) database. Review and edit terms and conditions of grant agreements and amendments to ensure compliance with FTA and funding agency regulations; and identify other relevant local, state, and federal guidance, rules, regulations, and laws that might impact funding. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

 

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

 

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

 

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or related discipline, or in lieu of a degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four (4) years in grant administration, implementation, or financial analysis.
2. In addition to #1, must have two (2) years of experience in grant administration managing local, state, or federal grant programs and contracts, or data compilation and analysis.
3. Familiarity with Federal funding sources and programs.
4. Familiar with accounting principles and practices and financial management procedures and systems.
5. Working knowledge of practices and principles of grant programs preferably for transportation or capital planning projects, including the application and administration processes.
6. Familiar with local, state, and federal regulations governing grant funding for transportation projects such as the FTA Circulars 5337 State of Good Repair Grants and 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Program Grants.
7. Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis and research skills.
8. Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis and research skills.
9. Detail oriented with strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
10. Excellent oral and written communications and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective relations with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and organizations to foster teamwork.
11. Ability to manage projects and handle moderately complex issues and problems.
12. Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with various teams.
13. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks and assignments, and meet deadlines.
14. Ability to collect, tabulate, and analyze project data and proposals.
15. Ability to maintain budget spreadsheets with funding scenarios that utilize multiple funding sources.
16. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, for extended periods of time.

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Program Development Manager, Metra Rail

 

Manager, Program Development

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Date Posted:

 1/26/2022

Posting End Date:

 2/28/2022

Location:

 98-Non-Contract

City:

 Chicago

State:

 IL

Country:

 United States of America

Category:

 Professionals

FLSA Status:

 Exempt

Salary Mid Point:

 $100,132.00

Salary Range:

 $80,106.00 - $120,158.00

Description

 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Strategic Capital Planning Department includes two divisions:  Long Range Planning and System  Performance and Data.  The Long Range Planning Division  identifies new opportunities for expanding and enhancing the rail system. Long Range Planning also participates in studies led by other entities that will impact Metra. Under Long Range Planning, the Program Development section develops Metra’s capital program and amendments and prepares all discretionary funding grant applications. The System Performance and Data Division prepares monthly reports on system ridership, on-time performance and capacity utilization of trains. The division also manages periodic surveys, counts and analyses of Metra riders and monitors the agency’s adherence to Title VI and other equity standards for the provision of transportation service.

Reporting to Department Head, Long Range Planning, the Manager, Program Development manages staff and processes involving the application, administration, and oversight of Metra's capital program development and development of discretionary grants; and participates in the Transit Asset Management program.

The primary duties include: Manage the development of  Metra's one and five year capital programs including: directing the activities of staff engaged in analyzing project funding needs, selecting, and prioritizing projects, and preparing the required documentation to support project funding. Establish and oversee processes and procedures to identify capital project proposals and assess their readiness, eligibility, and need for review by Metra's senior executives and eventual approval by the Metra Board. Manage the development of the discretionary capital grant project application requests including: drafting of detailed project narratives, scopes, descriptions, and funding needs to meet various grant application requirements in order to compete competitively for discretionary grant funds. Oversee the preparation of quarterly capital program amendments for the Metra Board documenting changes needed to Metra's one and five year capital program plans due to changes in funding availability and agency needs. Conduct on-going analysis of project expenditures; and attend monthly project status meetings to assess future capital projects' funding needs. Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary
and/or termination procedures. Occasional field work required within publicly accessible areas at or near Metra stations or attending meetings at remote locations.

 

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

 

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Planning, Public Administration, or related field.
2. In addition to #1 above, must have seven years of experience that includes capital program development, financial analysis, and grant writing.
3. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of developing a capital improvement program, including project budgets, scopes, and needs analysis.
4. Considerable knowledge of grant writing techniques and government website portals containing program and funding information.
5. Considerable  knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis.
6. Considerable knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA), state, and/or Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) procedures and guidelines pertaining to capital funding.
7. Considerable knowledge of federal and state grant research and application processes and procedures.   
8. Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external groups and organizations.
9. Strong analytical, organizational, and research skills.    
10. Strong verbal and written communications skills.    
11. Good math skills, specifically statistical analysis.    
12. Proficient in Microsoft 365, specifically Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.    
13. Ability to manage capital program needs, including preparing for ongoing meetings with project sponsors, developing project/plan scenarios, and presenting and reporting to oversight agencies on amendments to capital program.
14. Ability to interpret federal grant requirements.
15. Ability to lead and facilitate complex funding discussions and provide recommendations on projects cost/benefit analysis.
16. Ability to supervise staff.    
17. Ability to possess a high degree of attention to detail.    
18. Ability to represent Metra to external agencies.   
19. Ability to establish work processes and procedures.   
20. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
21. Must be able to operate a vehicle.
22. Must be willing to travel within or outside of Metra’s 6-county region.
23. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Manager, Grant Applications, Metra

Salary Range:

 $72,658.00 - $108,987.00

Description

 

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Grant Management is divided into four sections: Development, Administration, Reimbursement and Accounting. Grant Development coordinates program-level information for each project and submits applications for capital, operating and demonstration grants to appropriate funding agencies. Grant Administration tracks approved grant contracts, provides financial oversight and reports project progress to the funding agencies. Grant Reimbursement requests reimbursements from funding agencies for capital expenditures, closes out capital project grants and provides information for audits and funding agency reviews. Grant Accounting develops and maintains records and reports related to fixed assets, depreciation, funding agency equity and capital grant receivables, and reconciles reimbursements with capital expenditures, fixed assets and other general ledger accounts.

Reporting to the Director, Grant Administration, the Manager, Grant Applications will directly supervise the Grant Development team responsible for the preparation and submission of  local, state, and federal grant applications; manage the review and editing of grant agreements and amendments, preparation of progress and statistical reports; and ensure compliance with all agency and government rules, regulations, and standards related to grant awards for transit agencies.

The Primary Duties include: 

• Manage an assigned team of analysts responsible for identifying program needs; researching, collaborating, preparing, and submitting the agency's grant applications for state and federal funds; balance workload needs with available resources to support capital projects. 
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, guidance documents, and planning efforts; participate in funding agency reviews and audits; and prepare and respond to federal and state audit findings and requirements. 
• Review grant applications for completeness, accuracy, and to ensure they meet award requirements; prepared correspondence, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to funding agencies; and ensure applications are submitted to appropriate funding agencies.  
• Evaluate documents related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses and historic preservation; assure the appropriate information needed by the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) to develop environmental findings for capital project funding is compiled and transmitted timely; and keep abreast of funding changes related to environmental requirements. 
• Track and monitor the agency's position in funding apportionments and allocations for use in current and future grant applications; and provide ongoing interaction with, and an additional level of technical assistance to, stakeholders. 
• Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. 
• Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. 
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary and/or termination procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

 

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidate can consider their growth potential.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

 

Requirements

 

1. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance,  Transportation Planning, Urban Planning OR in lieu of specified degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four (4) years in grant development, administration, or implementation.
2. In addition to #1, must have five (5) years of experience in capital program development, grant development, or federal grant administration.
3. Must have three (3) years of supervisory experience.
4. Knowledge of state and federal grants administration duties, practices and techniques.
5. Knowledge of capital program, grant development, and implementation processes
6. Knowledge of grant-related statutes and regulations (e.g. Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Title 40 CFR § 1508.1 NEPA Review Process, the FTA Circular 5010.1E Award Management Requirements and 9030.1E Urbanized Area Formula Program).
7. Knowledge of financial accounting systems such as an enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
8. Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
9. Excellent interpersonal skills with effective written and verbal communication skills;
10. Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and explain the significance of various aspects of grant application processes.
11. Ability to think critically to solve problems, multi-task, set priorities, and meet strict deadlines to keep multiple projects on track.
12. Ability to interpret, apply, and project possibilities and alternatives to various situations and potential services as presented by grant-related regulations.
13. Ability to identify and resolve problems of moderate complexity and determine the impact of laws and regulations; and manage conflict.
14. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
15. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, for extended periods of time.
16. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

 

Preferences:

1. A Master's degree.
2. Capital program development, grant development, or federal grant administration experience in the railroad or transportation industry.

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