CTA REGULATIONS COORDINATOR (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV)

State Of Illinois • Chicago, IL

402d • $65,184 - $116,556

About The Position

The CTA Regulations Coordinator (Technical Manager IV) is responsible for coordinating and updating state and federal safety policies and procedures for fixed rail transit systems in Illinois. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal regulations, developing standard operating procedures, managing safety standards, and overseeing program budgets and expenditures. The position plays a crucial role in enhancing the safety and efficiency of public transportation in the state.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, public safety, public security, city planning, urban and regional planning, accounting, or policy administration plus two years of relevant experience, OR eight years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of transportation safety, operations, maintenance, and/or engineering regulations.
• Knowledge of federal grant funds and requirements.
• Knowledge of transportation auditing, inspections, and investigations.
• Aptitude for working with numbers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to resolve issues effectively.
• Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) certification.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP) certification.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and interpreting federal regulations related to rail transit safety.
• Develop standard operating procedures to detail safety oversight requirements.
• Ensure processes comply with federal rules and modify as necessary.
• Review and recommend approval of invoices from consultants and oversight partner agencies.
• Monitor the program budget and develop federal reports regarding expenditures.
• Prepare special reports as requested.
• Perform risk-based inspections as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• 12 Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare).
• 12 paid Sick Days annually.
• 10 paid Vacation Days in the first year, up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually.
• 3 paid Personal Days annually.
• 13-14 paid holidays annually (based on start date).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree