Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Program Management - DIRECT HIRE

Federal Transit Administration; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Transit Administration in Washington, DC seeks a Deputy Associate Administrator for Program Management (TPM) to guide nationwide transit programs, budget, and grant management. You will allocate funds, develop program guidance, and provide strategic leadership on capital projects and transportation policy.

Reporting to the Associate Administrator, you will oversee complex programs, supervise staff, and ensure effective stewardship of limited resources across the agency.

Qualifications

• Experience communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders; presenting programs to senior leaders.
• Experience with program and project management oversight; scheduling, coordinating, and managing large programs.
• Experience planning and directing human resources; evaluating performance and developing staff.
• Ability to formulate long-term strategies and set priorities in a complex federal environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct complex national transit programs and resource allocation across the country.
• Interpreting federal transit legislation and formulating nationwide program guidance.
• Manage and develop personnel and evaluate performance to improve agency outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Program & Project Management

Managing Human Resources

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Summary

Under the guidance of the Associate Administrator, you will serve as the Deputy Associate Administrator for Program Management (TPM) in the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Works with the Associate Administrator to address the full range of delegated executive responsibilities for program, budget, administrative and personnel activities. Serve as a key official for allocation of funds for transit assistance; development and dissemination of program guidance and grant management.

Duties

As a Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Program Management, you will

• Direct complex national transit programs, resource allocation, and program and project management nationwide.
• Serve as a recognized technical authority on federal transit legislation, interpreting broadly stated statutes and formulating nationwide program guidance.
• Manage human and physical resources, evaluating performance, and guiding subordinate supervisors.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, strategic executive with experience in federal transportation programs, large-scale capital project oversight, and financial stewardship under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53. The ideal candidate also has strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills. Experience in the oversight and analysis of transportation policy, programs or procedures is desirable.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
• Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position.

Conditions Of Employment

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the Grade 15

• Experience with the Federal Transit Act and federal grant program administrative requirements.
• Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders; persuading, presenting, and defending programs, and preparing and executing briefings (formal and informal/ad hoc) to senior leaders on key topics.
• Experience managing and directing one or more major programs preferably in the transportation industry.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

• Communication: Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively both orally and in writing, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Program and Project Management Oversight: Experience with the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and program.
• Managing Human Resources: Plans, distributes, coordinates, and monitors work assignments of others; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance; ensures that staff are appropriately selected, utilized, and developed, and that they are treated in a fair and equitable manner.
• Strategic Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy. Examine policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

No education requirement for this position.

Additional Information

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code9202(c) and 5 C.F.R 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [e-mail]. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.