Program Manager (Safety) - SME (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $107,103.00 - $195,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Telework option
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation responsible for overseeing public transportation systems across the United States. FTA's mission is to ensure safe, efficient, and accessible transit services that improve the quality of life and support sustainable communities. With offices nationwide, including multiple Regional Offices, the FTA works collaboratively with local transit agencies, federal entities, and other stakeholders to promote transit safety, innovation, and compliance with federal regulations. The agency provides grants, technical assistance, and regulatory oversight aimed at advancing the nation's transit infrastructure and safety practices. This role being advertised falls under... Show More
Job Requirements
- You must be a U.S. citizen
- You must meet specialized experience to qualify
- Required documents must be submitted by the closing date
- Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Ability to complete a 1-year probationary period
- May require travel up to 25 to 30 percent
- Must meet time-in-grade requirements
- Successful completion of delegated examining procedures if applicable
Job Qualifications
- Experience utilizing methods and techniques to conduct analytical studies and projects related to transit safety-oriented programs
- Experience interpreting, drafting, reviewing, and editing transit safety guidance or regulations
- Experience communicating information to internal and external stakeholders
- Experience leading and presenting information to internal and external stakeholders
- Experience overseeing and leading work, summarizing and reporting team progress and project status, and mentoring other team members and staff
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing on technical and non-technical subjects
- Proficient in safety technical analysis and transit safety compliance knowledge
Job Duties
- Serve as liaison between Regional Offices and TSO Headquarters as part of the Safety Management Process by providing advice on identifying, reviewing, and escalating safety issues
- Provide communication and liaison support between Regional Offices and TSO
- Support recipients and regions in safety grant applications, project implementation, inspection, oversight, and coordination activities
- Communicate safety and compliance information to internal and external stakeholders
- Travel 25 to 30 percent for safety and oversight activities
- Lead and oversee team efforts related to transit safety compliance projects
- Mentor other staff and report on team progress and project status
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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