Sustainable Transportation Program Manager

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State seeks a Sustainable Transportation Program Manager to lead and coordinate transportation demand management, biking infrastructure planning, and the operations of the Bike Den on campus. You will oversee campaigns, budgets, and engage with regional partners to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips.

The role requires an Associate Degree with several years of related experience, and entails driving and compliance responsibilities with security clearances.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Check.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and coordinate biking on Penn State's campus; support bicycle infrastructure planning and bike-rack management.
• Administer the Bicycle Education and Enforcement Program with police and safety partners; develop cycling workshops.
• Oversee The Bike Den operations: workshops, maintenance clinics, and general open hours.
• Coordinate transit planning for campus routes, campus shuttle, and external networks; analyze data to boost ridership.
• Develop, monitor, and report on operating budgets; ensure timely billing and explore revenue sources.
• Design and execute marketing campaigns for transportation initiatives and outreach.
• Build relationships with funding agencies, municipal leaders, and campus/community stakeholders.
• Ensure regulatory and grant compliance; track project viability and report impacts.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; align with union agreements and professional development.

Skills

Program management

Bike/pedestrian planning

Budget management

Data analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Sustainable Transportation Program Manager develops and executes transportation programs and project initiatives including transportation sustainability, transportation demand management, and operations of the Bike Den.

Responsibilities:

The direct management of programs including bicycle enforcement and education, bicycle and pedestrian facility planning, Rideon commuting, Ridepass, Bikeshare, carshare, Ride Smart, and other various Transportation Demand Management programs.

The Sustainable Transportation Program Manager will lead, manage and coordinate Penn State's Transportation Demand Management Programs to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips to and around the University Park Campus. This includes the management of current programs including discounted transit passes, bikeshare, and vanpool programs while also creating new opportunities to encourage alternative transportation methods.

• Lead, manage and coordinate biking on Penn State's campus, including supporting the implementation of bicycle infrastructure through planning, facility management of bike racks and bicycle storage programs.Administer the Bicycle Education and Enforcement Program for the University in partnership with police and public safety, create cycling workshops and classes, and liaison with regional entities to support biking on and off campus

• Manage the operations of The Bike Den, a community-building space that aims to enhance our community and environment through the promotion of bicycle transportation and material stewardship.This is a space for the Penn State community to be able to receive guidance, tools, and space to repair and build bicycles.Unlike a traditional repair shop, our staff and volunteers are here to guide and educate individuals on DIY bike repair. The Bike Den is managed by Transportation Services who coordinate the following interactions: Assist with workshops, maintenance clinics, and general open hours of Bike Den operations.

• Direct involvement in transit planning for the department including the CATA community routes, CATA campus routes, and the campus shuttle.Involvement includes the data analysis to ensure the optimization of routes and stops that encourages ridership and reduces Single Occupancy Vehicle trips on campus.

• Monitor projects; ensure grant/contract compliance; develop and employ methodologies to determine viability or success; collect data; evaluate and analyze results; create, present, and distribute financial, environmental or other impact reports in a way that positions the department and University to make data driven decisions.

• Develop, forecast, and manage operating budgets; validate and ensure billing/invoices are timely processed; ensure fiscal responsibility; identify and implement cost containment; develop new and maximize existing revenue sources; monitor efficiency and productivity

• Formulate and implement marketing campaigns and outreach efforts; promote and explain transportation project initiatives

• Develop and maintain relationships with funding agencies, municipal leaders, campus/community members; present information regarding transportation project initiatives, bicycle/pedestrian facility planning, sustainable transportation, transportation services/infrastructure, and campus parking demands

• Keep abreast of University Park Campus Master Plan, transportation industry trends, and regulatory requirements; develop operational changes, policies, and procedures; make notifications, develop training, and ensure compliance

• Address issues of concern and facilitate reviews/investigations related to regulatory/funding/contractual compliance, customer service, personnel performance; take corrective action as necessary

• Hire, train, coach, supervise, schedule, and evaluate employees; plan and coordinate professional development opportunities; adhere to Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions; participate in grievance and arbitration proceedings

Additional work duties will include but are not limited to:

• monitoring and assessing program viability/success
• presenting impact reports; developing and managing operating budgets
• conducting marketing and outreach
• ensuring regulatory, grant, and contract compliance
• supervising personnel.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Associate Degree4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $86,400.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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