Regional Transit Programs Architect

NovaTransit; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework policy

Two in-office days per week

Competitive benefits package

Parking or transit benefits

Zipcar membership

Capital Bikeshare membership

Job summary

NVTC in Arlington, VA seeks an experienced Commuter Choice Program Manager to administer two high-visibility transit grant programs leveraging state and federal resources to improve corridor mobility.

You will lead policy development, manage procurement, monitoring, reporting and compliance, and coordinate with local jurisdictions, state agencies and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of progressively responsible program management experience.
• Master’s degree in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, public administration, engineering or related field.
• Direct experience managing regional programs in public transit and/or TDM.
• Experience working closely in a small team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project selection process including scheduling, eligibility screening and scoring.
• Prepare materials for NVTC briefings and public-facing documents.
• Coordinate with applicants, recipients, and stakeholders during and after funding.
• Develop and implement program policies and procedures.
• Monitor, report, and ensure compliance of program activities.
• Coordinate with communications and finance teams to meet program requirements.
• Collaborate with the Department of Rail and Public Transportation on policy and project development.
• Lead outreach to raise awareness and opportunities.

Skills

Program management

Transportation planning

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master’s degree in transportation planning

Job description

NVTC in Arlington, VA seeks an experienced Commuter Choice Program Manager to administer two high-visibility transit grant programs leveraging state and federal resources to improve corridor mobility.

You will lead policy development, manage procurement, monitoring, reporting and compliance, and coordinate with local jurisdictions, state agencies and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.