Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT’s Public Transportation Division is currently seeking an experienced contract manager or planner to help our partners deliver equitable, available, and accessible statewide public transportation options. We’re looking for a motivated individual who is excited about contract management, grants, public transportation planning, and working closely with grantees. This person will be our North Central Region Community Liaison who is the main point of contact with local and regional public transportation planners, providers, and stakeholders in that area of the state. Community liaisons provide technical assistance to grantees on state and federal program requirements, helping them meet their contract terms and requirements as they manage their WSDOT grants. In this position, you will help our public transportation partners complete their projects that provide and enhance access; improve public transportation infrastructure, efficiency, and effectiveness; and reduce emissions.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Community Liaison will:

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  Represent the division and develop and maintain relationships with transportation service providers both in person and remotely.
• Serve as point of contact for grantees and other entities interested in transportation issues including technical assistance on transportation service and grant applications development.
• Serve as contract manager to grantees in assigned region (Kittitas, Douglas, Chelan, Okanogan, Grant, Lincoln, Adams, and surrounding counties).
• Use grants management system to provide oversight of grant contracts, review quarterly reports, administrative site visits, and review of invoices.
• Travel and conduct site visits.
• Serve as subject matter expert and compliance officer for local planning assisting the development of Transit Development Plans and Human Services Transportation Plans.
• Collaborate with other divisional functional groups and teams in the development of processes and policies.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years* professional contract or project management including:
  • Scope development, monitoring and evaluation of milestones, and contract administration
  • Project management and delivery
  • Transportation programs
• Total experience must include a minimum of three (3) years in professional contract or project management

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• A Bachelor's degree with major study in public administration, urban planning, finance, communications, or related field.
• General knowledge of best practices, industry standards, regulatory agency rules, and agency policies and procedures related to public transportation and land use issues
• Working knowledge of Federal public transportation grant processes (and subsequent circulars) including but not limited to 5310 FTA Circular 9070.1G, 5311 FTA Circular 9040.1F, and 5339 FTA Circular 5100.0 and Governor’s Executive Order 14-04
• Working knowledge of multimodal transportation networks and their use
• Demonstrated technical/legal knowledge and aptitude of multiple state and federal requirements including Federal Transit Administration rules and regulations as well as state proviso, rules, and regulations.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• This position is expected to travel about 10-15% of the time.
• This position may require transporting materials that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, O. Dietrich, at DietriO@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ-04047 in the subject line.