Federal Fund Program Manager

Oregon Department of Human Services; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave

Job summary

Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Program Analyst 3 – Federal Fund Program Manager in Salem to oversee and manage federal transit funding programs supporting rural transit and access for the elderly and disabled. You will coordinate grant opportunities, monitor compliance, and provide expert guidance to transit agencies.

You will develop program guidance, oversee solicitations and budgets, and report outcomes to leadership.

Qualifications

• Interpret federal statutes and translate requirements into program policies and guidance.
• Experience managing grant solicitations and awards; knowledge of federal grants is a plus.
• Experience evaluating and implementing policies and processes to improve grant management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate federal public transportation grant programs (5310/5311).
• Oversee funding solicitations, budgets, project awards and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements across funded projects.
• Provide technical assistance, training and guidance to transit providers.
• Prepare and present program information to leadership and advisory bodies.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Grant management

Stakeholder coordination

Evaluation & reporting

Public transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/22/2026 Application Deadline: 10/06/2026 Agency: Department of Transportation Salary Range: $5,988 - $9,191 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Federal Fund Program Manager

Job Description: Program Analyst 3 – Federal Fund Program Manager Oregon Department of Transportation Public Transportation Division Policy & Strategic Investment Unit Salem

The role:

Join us as a federal fund program manager and play a key role in overseeing federal funding that supports vital public transportation services throughout Oregon. In this role, you will oversee and manage federal transit funding programs to support rural transit agencies and deliver services for elderly and disabled riders, provide support and answer questions from transit agencies and ensure investments truly benefit the communities and individuals who rely on public transportation.

A day in the life:

• Develop and coordinate federal public transportation grant programs (5310 and 5311 federal transit funding programs).
• Oversee federal funding solicitations, application and budget reviews, project selection and awards.
• Ensure projects and funding decisions comply with federal and state requirements.
• Oversee funded projects, deliverables, performance and compliance.
• Interpret federal regulations and legislative changes and update program guidance.
• Develop and monitor performance measures and evaluate program outcomes.
• Identify and implement improvements to grant processes, systems and procedures and cross-team coordination.
• Provide technical assistance, training and guidance to transit providers and partners.
• Prepare and present program information and recommendations to leadership, advisory committees and the Oregon Transportation Commission.

What’s in it for you:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more.

Minimum qualifications:

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification specific to program administration, transportation grant or contract management, public funding, policy implementation, OR A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years experience coordinating or administering a program specific to program administration, transportation grant or contract management, public funding, policy implementation.

What we’d like to see:

• Able to interpret federal statutes and regulations and translate complex requirements into clear program policies, guidance, training and materials.
• Experience managing grant solicitation and award processes from development through implementation; knowledge of federal grant requirements is a plus.
• Experience researching, evaluating, recommending and implementing policies and processes that improve grant management while considering diverse perspectives and needs.
• Able to design and conduct program evaluations and support alignment between program goals, policies and implementation.
• Knowledge of how transit can address the mobility needs of older adults, people with disabilities and rural communities is preferred.

We do not offer visa sponsorship.

If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.

We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension].

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.

We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.

We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, not including current ODOT employees.

All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.

You will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process.

For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT).

This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700.

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