Transit Programs Lead: Policy, Planning & Grants

Federal Transit Administration; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Transit Administration seeks a Transportation Program Specialist to lead program planning, grant development and oversight across the regional office. Responsibilities include evaluating needs, prioritizing resources and advising grantees to ensure compliance with laws.

The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, leadership, and strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in transportation policy analysis or related programs.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating transportation programs and policies.
• Ability to analyze complex grant and program data to inform decisions.
• Strong written and oral communication for coordination with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation on program evaluation, planning and data analysis.
• Review and develop policies; support staff and contractors as needed.
• Advise on budgeting, operations and planning solutions; coordinate with officials.

Skills

Planning and Evaluating

Project Management

Problem Solving

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation

Job description

Federal Transit Administration seeks a Transportation Program Specialist to lead program planning, grant development and oversight across the regional office. Responsibilities include evaluating needs, prioritizing resources and advising grantees to ensure compliance with laws.

The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, leadership, and strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in transportation policy analysis or related programs.