Transit Programs & Grants Analyst

Federal Transit Administration; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Transit Administration in Washington, DC seeks a highly skilled grants management specialist to advance transit program development and oversight. You will lead guidance for formula and competitive grant programs, coordinate with federal and local authorities, and report on appropriations and obligations to Congress.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of federal grant frameworks, statutory regulations, and the ability to bridge policy with program execution in urban

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grants management laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Strategic thinking with long-term planning.
• Gathers, organizes, and communicates information clearly.
• Experience applying 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53 and related statutes in grant development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as expert on development and implementation of transit programs and external coordination.
• Lead development of program guidance for grant programs.
• Track appropriations and obligations; report to Congress on unobligated balances.
• Prepare and review written program guidance and notices.
• Present information to internal and external stakeholders including congressional staff.

Skills

Grants Management

Strategic Thinking

Manages and Organizes Information

Education

PhD or progress toward PhD or equivalent

Job description

Federal Transit Administration in Washington, DC seeks a highly skilled grants management specialist to advance transit program development and oversight. You will lead guidance for formula and competitive grant programs, coordinate with federal and local authorities, and report on appropriations and obligations to Congress.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of federal grant frameworks, statutory regulations, and the ability to bridge policy with program execution in urban