Hybrid Transportation Funding & Grants Analyst II

Counties; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Telework up to 3 days/week

Job summary

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) is seeking an Analyst II to support transportation funding and grants across regional programs. You will analyze funding opportunities, review applications, and coordinate with applicants and evaluators to inform funding decisions.

The role blends data and people skills, focusing on performance-based planning and aligning investments with regional priorities.

Qualifications

• Analytical judgment to understand data, gaps, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Clear communication to explain reasoning and adapt technical information for diverse audiences.
• Ownership and follow-through to manage deadlines, accuracy, and priorities.
• Collaborative approach to build relationships and help colleagues work through questions.
• Curiosity to ask useful questions, learn new subjects, and improve work processes.
• Adaptability to switch between detailed tasks and broader research while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Review grant applications and research funding opportunities across programs.
• Analyze project and program information to support funding decisions.
• Coordinate with applicants, evaluators, staff, and SACOG Board materials.
• Prepare clear, concise materials for staff, committees, and the SACOG Board of Directors.
• Contribute to performance-based planning and align transportation investments with regional priorities.

Skills

Analytical judgment

Clear communication

Ownership and follow-through

Collaboration and service

Curiosity and initiative

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation or urban planning or related discipline

Job description

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) is seeking an Analyst II to support transportation funding and grants across regional programs. You will analyze funding opportunities, review applications, and coordinate with applicants and evaluators to inform funding decisions.

The role blends data and people skills, focusing on performance-based planning and aligning investments with regional priorities.