Federal Transit Administration

This position serves as the Deputy Chief Data Officer (DCDO) to the Executive Director, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), focusing on all matters related to data assets including data governance, advanced analytics, statistical modeling, data strategy, and machine learning.

This position reports to the Deputy Regional Administrator.   This position serves as a Management and Program Analyst within the designated office within the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). In this position the incumbent is expected to refine their expertise they developed at the current level. Responsibilities include the performance of research and analysis of programs, legislation, and guidance affecting the public transportation industry and federal transit programs. The Recent Graduate's duties include: Assists with tracking and assessing progress against Administration and Departmental goals, objectives, and missions pertaining to public transportation legislation and programs. Develops, writes, and accurately prepares materials that communicate FTA policies, regulations, and guidance. Assists the administrative team with all matters of correspondence - reviews, tracks, assigns, and closes out all incoming and outgoing correspondence (hard copy, electronically, and via phone). With guidance and oversight of senior analysts, conducts special analyses on a variety of issues to support executive decision-making on policy, program, and budgetary matters. This position is perfect for an individual with a wide variety of technical, operational and administrative skills including financial and communication management functions and interest in public policy / service.

As a Senior Accident Investigator, you will : Direct other FTA staff or contract team members and act as a party member to NTSB led investigations. Support planning activities and assess accident data to determine safety trends and recommend safety recommendations. Be responsible for the review of transit operations, safety measures, and/or mechanical systems. Work closely with industry and other government agencies to promote transit safety and to develop and recommend policies and procedures governing transit accident and incident investigations. The ideal candidate   for this position is a skilled professional with a range of investigative techniques. Possesses transit safety experience, transit operations experience, and have led transportation accident investigations. This candidate is someone who has strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical and senior decision-makers. Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective collaborative working relationships in multi-agency investigations. The candidate is also someone with project management skills and the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and technical writing skills and preparation of comprehensive factual and analytical reports that are carefully constructed and well documented.

The incumbent serves as Regional Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA)   and exercises executive direction over activities in the Region to effectively promote, implement, and administer Federal public transportation law (49 U.S.C. § 5301 et. Seq.), carrying out FTA’s mission to improve America's communities through public transportation. Represents the Administrator of the FTA in the Region and directs the planning and development of comprehensive, coordinated, mass transportation systems. Represents and speaks for the Administrator in the resolution of highly controversial policy and political issues throughout the Region with top ranking officials of the State and local governments; Congressional delegations; representatives of the transit industry; technical associations; interest groups and the public; and other Federal officials. Administers the Federal Transportation programs which include planning, engineering, design, construction, environmental and operating program aspects uniform land acquisition and relocation assistance program which provides Federal assistance to those displaced by transit construction recipient and contractor compliance with civil rights program requirements contractor compliance pursuant to Davis-Bacon Act requirements; air quality planning program of and in coordination with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and other transit related programs of applicable Federal programs. Directs the planning, implementation, and conduct of the FTA programs through the regional office. Assures that all organization elements within the regional office provide proper emphasis to individual programs in relation to total FTA regional program responsibilities and the resources available within the regional office. Determines and establishes program policies, objectives, and priorities for the region and directs the development of regional program plans for accomplishment of programs through the regional office. Assures that actions comply with national and regional policies, objectives and regulations. Assures maximum Federal, state, and local cooperation in the development of transportation systems in a manner that will serve the States and local communities effectively and efficiently. Provides executive direction in the provision of financial and technical assistance to State and local officials in the development of short and long-range transportation/transit plans and programs which are formulated on the basis of transportation needs, with consideration to comprehensive long-range land use plans, development objectives, other functional plans, and social, environmental, economic, transportation systems performance, and energy conservation goals and objectives. Directs technical expertise in the study and analysis of alternative transportation system management and investment strategies to assure efficient use of existing transportation facilities.

The Associate Administrator for Planning and Environment   is responsible for providing executive direction to all Federal Transit Administration (FTA) activities relating to transit and transportation planning and environmental enhancement. The office is responsible for administering a national program of metropolitan and statewide planning assistance by managing financial and technical resources and by directing program implementation to provide procedural and expert support for required environmental, planning, and capital development processes; to advance the state-of-the-art in transportation planning, environmental analysis and enhancement, and capital development; and to serve as the principal advisor to the Administrator and Deputy Administrator and provides executive direction pertaining to planning and environmental issues. Directs, carries out, or oversees administration of delegated grant-in-aid programs; conduct of special studies; provision of information about office programs and activities; management of systems for control of fiscal, human, or physical resources to assure timely and responsive accomplishment of assigned objectives; and a variety of representational or liaison duties. As the Associate Administrator for Planning and Environment, the incumbent performs the following duties: Directs and coordinates the activities of component offices which are multi-disciplinary in nature and responsible for the following programs: Preparation and presentation of material for the budget proposal for both planning and major new transit capital projects. Answering related congressional questions and performing needed analyses. Development of annual resource allocation plans (national and regional program plans) for the planning and technical studies grant programs including allocations for metropolitan and state-wide planning in each state and subprograms for special studies including major investment analyses, environmental impact assessments and financial planning, etc. Resource management and accountability activities involved in implementation of approved regional program plans for planning and technical studies grants, including operation of a grant management information system. Development of technical studies program budget to process information for FTA and DOT budget offices, OMB, and the Congress. Development of FTA planning policy, and technical and procedural guidance. Policy development may take the form of guidance to the FTA field planning staff or grantees, new revised Federal regulations, or legislative or budget proposals. Technical and procedural guidance is developed for FTA field staff and for state and local planning agencies and transit operators and is intended to amplify or interpret planning policy or to describe planning methodologies or procedures. Evaluation of the financial capacity of project sponsors of major public transportation capital investments and development of procedures for the evaluation of such projects. Development of procedures and policies to implement the environmental enhancement and protection requirements of the FTA program. Preparation of policy and procedures for the implementation of the Protection of Public Lands, Section 4(f), dealing with historic preservation and provision of advice to the FTA field offices in their application. Ensuring that financial planning is conducted as part of the overall planning and project development processes. Directing the development of policy statements and guidelines for incorporation in appropriate manuals and directives for the identification and analysis of environmental factors during the planning, design, construction, and operation of transit projects in the areas of responsibility assigned to the office. Ensuring that FTA environmental policies and actions are consistent with the objective and requirements of NEPA, CEQ Guidance, the DOT Order on the Environment, the joint FTA/FHW A Regulation on NEPA and Related Procedures for Transportation Decision making, the joint FTA/FHWA Regulation on Statewide/Metropolitan Transportation Planning, and other related laws and regulations. Oversees evaluation of national program effectiveness of FTA Headquarters' and Regional Offices in the protection and enhancement of the human and natural environment during the administration of the transit program. Directs the development, evaluation, and promotion of enhanced approaches for integrating environmental decision making in transportation planning, programming, and-projects. Disseminates information on improved processes for NEPA and transportation decision making to regional offices and other interested parties. Executive direction of a diverse multi-disciplinary team of planners, economists, engineers, environmental specialists, and support personnel carrying out the office’s mission.

Student Trainees will receive opportunities for learning in a professional work environment that focuses on transit career-related fields. The vision of success is to provide student Trainees the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. Participants in the program will be exposed to the Federal work environment and will learn the mission of the Federal Transit Administration and its role and responsibilities to the public transportation industry.

Duties The Student Trainee (Transportation Program Specialist) Pathways Intern will: Assist the Office Director in oversight of FTA-funded projects and provides project management advice and direction to regional programs to assist in the implementation and completion of capital, operating and planning grants. Be responsible for the oversight aspects and project management aspects of FTA projects. Maintains records for grantees regarding project status, Triennial Reviews (TR), FTA grantee reviews, audit, and maintain computer program tracking system on each. Assist the Office Director in the review of grant applications for planning, capital and operating assistance. be responsible for developing and recommending for approval grant amendments, letters of no prejudice, advance construction authority, and other financial assistance instruments pursuant to 49 USC 5307, 5309, and other grant sections, and appropriate provisions of Title 23 USC. Consider all current requirements and documents the rationale for approval, rejection or other action. Prepare briefing papers, statistical and narrative reports on a broad range of regional office and grantee activities and in support of policy and procedural decisions for use by the Regional Administrator and/or headquarters. Review financial and progress reports on capital, operating and planning projects and determines whether project is proceeding as scheduled. Prepare correspondence asking for further explanations on deviations or problems, if required, as a basis for corrective action.  The Ideal Candidate   for this position is in the Pathways Internship Program that is designed to attract students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions to work in agencies and explore careers while still in school.

The Supervisory Transportation Program Specialist will serve in one of the positions below: Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of Transit Safety and Oversight (TSO).   Implements methods of improving the overall efficiency, effectiveness, and performance of TSO in areas including personnel performance, business processes improvement, annual and strategic planning, and general management programs or initiatives of strategic significance to organization. Provides advice, assistance, and support to the Associate Administrator, TSO senior leadership and staff in the formulation of broad program, technical and administrative policies and procedures needed for planning, executing, and deploying financial assistance programs, national safety activities and technology deployment. Represents FTA in promoting program oversight, safety, and security. Chief for the Performance Analysis and Quality Assurance Division.    Will be responsible for the management, supervision and execution of numerous oversight project and high priority special projects of a highly analytical nature.  Areas of focus may include, contract management, annual recipient risk assessment program, managing FTA’s oversight database system, performance analysis, developing and reporting on internal and external oversight performance metrics, implementing and monitoring quality control protocols, producing extensive complex quantitative and qualitative reports and the single audit management programs.  Chief of the Grants System Division within the Office of Grants Management and Guidance . Will be responsible for the supervision, management, and execution of all activities of the division, including the management of FTA’s formula apportionment calculations, FTA’s electronic grant making system (TrAMS), grant performance management and reporting, and supporting senior and executive leadership throughout the grant management process. Chief of the Urbanized Area Division.  Will be for the supervision, management, and execution of all activities of the division, including the management of FTA’s formula and competitive grants for urbanized areas:  the Urbanized Area Formula Program, State of Good Repair Formula Program, Buses and Bus Facilities Formula and Competitive Programs, Low or No Emissions Competitive Program, Rail Vehicle Replacement Program, All Stations Accessibility Program, Passenger Ferry Grant Program, and Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program. Is also responsible for management of FTA’s Emergency Relief Program, Discretionary Grant System, and supporting senior and executive leadership throughout the grant management process. Division Chief, Office of Comprehensive Oversight Review and Technical Assistance Program.    This position is located in the Office of Transit Safety & Oversight (TSO), Office of Program Oversight (TSO-30) within the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Will support the TSO-30 Director in administering an effective and comprehensive national program for oversight of recipient compliance with FTA grant assistance program requirements.   The ideal candidate   is a mid to senior level professional who functions independently and demonstrates leadership in team environments and/or managing people. The ideal candidate also has strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills.

This is a Student Internship position under the Pathways Internship Program. To qualify for this Internship, you MUST be a continuing student enrolled or accepted for enrollment for the current/upcoming semesters for the duration of the internship as a condition of employment, taking at least a half-time course load. You will be required to provide documentation to support eligibility. Students may be employed throughout the academic year.

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The incumbent of this position serves as the Senior Emergency Management Specialist (EMS) under the direction of the Chief, Programs Operations Division, (TSO-22), The incumbent supports the implementation of internal, agency-wide emergency preparedness, response and recovery planning including coordination of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Emergency Response Team (ERT) and management of the FTA Continuity of Operations (COOP) program. As a Senior Emergency Management Specialist, you will : Provide emergency management and safety guidelines to the transit industry to support the highest practicable level of safe management and operational practices in public transit. Serve as the Senior Emergency Coordinator, Physical Security Coordinator, and a member of the Secretary of Transportation’s Emergency Response Team. Manage the administration and promulgation of emergency management and safety guidance; coordination and engagement in the  Office of the Secretary/departmental safety and intelligence matters; and implementation of National Response Program policies and procedures for FTA The Ideal Candidate   is a senior-level professional with strong leadership skills to execute and manage an agency's Federal continuity of operations, emergency management, and national response programs.

The position is located in the Office of Transit Safety & Oversight (TSO) or the Office of Program Management. The position located in the Office of Transit Safety & Oversight (TSO), will assist in the development of national transit safety policy, support transit industry implementation of transit safety policy through stakeholder outreach, communication, and technical assistance; and develop associated written products and presentations. The position located in the Office of Program Management, Office of Transit Programs is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, analysis, and oversight of grant programs managed by the office. The ideal candidate   for this position is an experienced professional with policy development, strategy, planning or rulemaking experience; and/or safety policy or Safety Management Systems (SMS) experience. Transportation or transit experience preferred. This individual will be able to manage highly complex projects or programs, work directly with a wide range of stakeholders, and understand performance management.

This position is in the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regional Office. FTA manages some of the most sophisticated transit programs and projects in the United States. The position is tasked with evaluating and managing the program planning and program/project oversight needs of the recipients and program functions assigned, including making technical assessments on recipients receiving Federal funding, and prioritizing staff resources to effectively manage and oversee the assignments. As a General Engineer, you will : Perform work assignments of progressively increasing difficulty and complexity which are designed to provide the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge and actual work experience in the field. Work assignments require application of appropriate college level scholastic skills and knowledge. Provide the opportunity to independently apply the principles, concepts, work processes, regulations, reference materials, and procedures fundamental to the technical aspects of the engineering field and its application to the regional or headquarters office. Attend and contribute in meetings with regional staff, grantees, Project Management Oversight Consultants (PMOCs) and other FTA program contractors whether all parties have a clear understanding of applicable requirements and procedures. Assist senior staff with routine meetings with grantees, project engineering representatives and contractors. Contribute to the preparation of correspondence, briefing papers, statistical reports and policy papers of a factual and analytical nature in support of policy and procedural decisions for use by the Regional Administrator and/or Headquarters. Ideal Candidate:  The position is perfect for an engineer who is looking for an excellent opportunity to join the Federal Transit Administration, work with transportation officials and meet the challenges of advancing transit systems. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to provide specialized engineering assistance to the grantees, program managers, and senior staff to resolve problems and ensure successful delivery of Federal funded projects.

This is a public notice for FTA authorized Transportation Data Analyst and Transportation Program Specialist (2101) positions open to U.S. Citizens. Positions may be announced for GS-11-14 to support the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act 2021. As a Transportation Program Specialist / Transportation Data Analyst, you will : Have responsibilities that include public transportation policy writing, research and analysis of practices, programs, initiatives, legislation, and procedures affecting the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the public transportation industry. Perform public transportation policy review and development work associated with FTA’s formula and discretionary grant program activities, including public transportation policies relating to major capital projects, environmental justice, and innovative financing strategies. Identify key national public transportation policy issues, design analyses, and evaluate alternatives.   FTA is seeking motivated, experienced and self-reliant professionals with exceptional analytical abilities, communication and customer service skills.

Summary: The regional office has multi-state responsibility to administer and oversee major Federal transit grant programs having significant Federal funding, major political emphasis, high visibility, and diverse purposes. The Regional Administrator is responsible for managing all open grants, which could range from one year for an operating assistance grant, to up to eight years to construct complex transit improvements. There may be up to $40 billion in grant funds under active management. Duties:  FTA's Region 2 office serves two states: New York and New Jersey and is one of FTA’s largest, most complex regions with a large share of all U.S. transit service and several multi-billion dollar, nationally significant infrastructure projects. underway. The Regional Administrator works with over 40 recipients, one of which is the largest public transit operator in the country and four of which are among the 30 largest systems. The Regional Administrator is responsible for the funding and oversight of the grantees and funding resources. Represents the Administrator of the FTA in the Region and directs the planning and development of comprehensive, coordinated, mass transportation systems. Represents and speaks for the Administrator in the resolution of highly controversial policy and political issues throughout the Region with top ranking officials of the State and local governments; Congressional delegations; representatives of the transit industry; technical associations; interest groups and the public; and other Federal officials. Administers the Federal Transportation programs which include planning, engineering, design, construction, environmental and operating program aspects uniform land acquisition and relocation assistance program which provides Federal assistance to those displaced by transit construction recipient and contractor compliance with civil rights program requirements contractor compliance pursuant to Davis-Bacon Act requirements; air quality planning program of and in coordination with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and other transit related programs of applicable Federal programs. Directs the planning, implementation, and conduct of the FTA programs through the regional office. Assures that all organization elements within the regional office provide proper emphasis to individual programs in relation to total FTA regional program responsibilities and the resources available within the regional office. Determines and establishes program policies, objectives, and priorities for the region and directs the development of regional program plans for accomplishment of programs through the regional office. Assures that actions comply with national and regional policies, objectives and regulations. Assures maximum Federal, state, and local cooperation in the development of transportation systems in a manner that will serve the States and local communities effectively and efficiently. Provides executive direction in the provision of financial and technical assistance to State and local officials in the development of short and long-range transportation/transit plans and programs which are formulated on the basis of transportation needs, with consideration to comprehensive long- range land use plans, development objectives, other functional plans, and social, environmental, economic, transportation systems performance, and energy conservation goals and objectives. Directs technical expertise in the study and analysis of alternative transportation system management and investment strategies to assure efficient use of existing transportation facilities. Directs the management of the Section 8 transportation/transit planning and actions involving project-development and application. Approves or disapproves Federal-aid grants and amendments and coordinates with the Administrator and appropriate Associate Administrators on highly controversial projects, recommending appropriate action to be taken. Directs the management of Federal-aid capital grants, operating assistance and capital loan programs assuring that projects are based upon the consideration of engineering, economic, social and technological factors, as well as grantee mass transportation problems and experience in the management of financial assistance programs. Assures that all significant actions involving project development and grant applications are in compliance with national and regional policies. Approves or disapproves Federal-aid grants and amendments and coordinates with the Administrator and appropriate Associate Administrators on highly controversial projects, recommending appropriate action to be taken.

The position is located in the Office of Program Management and Oversight for a Federal Transit Administration Regional Office.  The Financial Analyst is responsible for reviewing and interpreting Federal policy in the Region by providing leadership, coordination, and authoritative financial advice.

The regional office has multi-state responsibility to administer and oversee major Federal transit grant programs having significant Federal funding, major political emphasis, high visibility, and diverse purposes. The Regional Administrator is responsible for managing all open grants, which could range from one year for an operating assistance grant, to up to eight years to construct complex transit improvements. There may be up to $40 billion in grant funds under active management. Duties FTA's Region 10 office serves four states: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. These states contain 60 urbanized areas with populations over 50,000 people and many rural and tribal public transportation providers. The Regional Administrator manages 119 grantees with 840 active grants. The Regional Administrator is responsible for the funding and oversight of the grantees and funding resources. The   Regional Administrator (Region 10) ,  Represents the Administrator of the FTA in the Region and directs the planning and development of comprehensive, coordinated, mass transportation systems. Represents and speaks for the Administrator in the resolution of highly controversial policy and political issues throughout the Region with top ranking officials of the State and local governments; Congressional delegations; representatives of the transit industry; technical associations; interest groups and the public; and other Federal officials. Administers the Federal Transportation programs which include planning, engineering, design, construction, environmental and operating program aspects uniform land acquisition and relocation assistance program which provides Federal assistance to those displaced by transit construction recipient and contractor compliance with civil rights program requirements contractor compliance pursuant to Davis-Bacon Act requirements; air quality planning program of and in coordination with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and other transit related programs of applicable Federal programs. Directs the planning, implementation, and conduct of the FTA programs through the regional office. Assures that all organization elements within the regional office provide proper emphasis to individual programs in relation to total FTA regional program responsibilities and the resources available within the regional office. Determines and establishes program policies, objectives, and priorities for the region and directs the development of regional program plans for accomplishment of programs through the regional office. Assures that actions comply with national and regional policies, objectives and regulations. Assures maximum Federal, state, and local cooperation in the development of transportation systems in a manner that will serve the States and local communities effectively and efficiently. Provides executive direction in the provision of financial and technical assistance to State and local officials in the development of short and long-range transportation/transit plans and programs which are formulated on the basis of transportation needs, with consideration to comprehensive long-range land use plans, development objectives, other functional plans, and social, environmental, economic, transportation systems performance, and energy conservation goals and objectives. Directs technical expertise in the study and analysis of alternative transportation system management and investment strategies to assure efficient use of existing transportation facilities. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. Provide all required documents by closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: PROBATIONARY PERIOD:   Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:   Complete a Public Financial Disclosure report, OGE-278. You will need to provide the information annually. Qualifications As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must clearly articulate and describe   within your five (5) page resume  evidence of progressively responsible supervisory, managerial, or professional experience which involved management of a program or organization of significant scope and complexity.  Your resume must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of this position and meet the mandatory Technical Qualification(s) and Managerial Executive Core Qualifications listed below. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs) :  Below are the descriptions of the mandatory technical qualifications for this position. Your  five (5) page resume  must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate you meet these technical qualifications.  TQ 1 : Demonstrated executive level experience of management principles, practices, methods and techniques required to manage and coordinate the activities of a multidisciplinary staff. TQ 2:  Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans, budgets, and operating procedures as well as having knowledge of the structure and functioning of the transit industry. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):  Below are descriptions of the mandatory ECQs that are required for all SES positions. Your   five (5) page resume  must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate you meet the 5 ECQs. ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE:   This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.   Leadership Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE:   This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.   Leadership Competencies:   Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN:   This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.   Leadership Competencies:   Accountability, Customer, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN:   This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.   Leadership Competencies:   Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS:   This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.   Leadership Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES:   The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation. Additional information about the SES and Executive Core Qualifications can be found on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM)   SES Website . You are strongly encouraged to review OPMs   Guide to SES Qualifications   for specific examples and guidance on writing effective ECQ narrative statements and executive resumes.