Hybrid Transit Program Manager – Principal Planner

Sacramento Area Council of Governments; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SACOG is seeking an experienced Transit Program Manager to guide transit planning across the six-county region, aligning with the Blueprint (MTP/SCS) and state/federal regulations. This role requires leadership, collaboration with operators, municipalities, and federal partners, and a strong transit policy focus.

You will supervise staff and coordinate with multiple SACOG teams to advance transit initiatives, funding, and performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• Experience in transit planning and funding programs.
• 5+ years of program management experience in transportation.
• Valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage SACOG transit planning activities aligned with Blueprint (MTP/SCS).
• Provide leadership and supervision of staff and consultant teams.
• Coordinate with public transit operators and federal/state agencies.
• Develop and deliver Transit Team workplan and budgets.
• Represent SACOG at external meetings and oversee transit programs.

Skills

Transit planning leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Staff supervision

Strategic thinking

Policy understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation/Urban Planning/Public or Business Administration/Political Science or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

SACOG is seeking an experienced Transit Program Manager to guide transit planning across the six-county region, aligning with the Blueprint (MTP/SCS) and state/federal regulations. This role requires leadership, collaboration with operators, municipalities, and federal partners, and a strong transit policy focus.

You will supervise staff and coordinate with multiple SACOG teams to advance transit initiatives, funding, and performance monitoring.