Deputy Associate Administer for the Office of Program Management - EXCEPTED SERVICE

Federal Transit Administration•Washington, DC

About The Position

Under the guidance of the Associate Administrator, the Deputy Associate Administrator for Program Management (TPM) in the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) works with the Associate Administrator on delegated executive responsibilities covering program, budget, administrative, and personnel activities. The position is a key official for allocating funds for transit assistance, developing and disseminating program guidance, and managing grants. The Deputy Associate Administrator directs complex national transit programs, resource allocation, and program and project management nationwide. The role serves as a technical authority on federal transit legislation, interpreting broadly stated statutes and formulating nationwide program guidance. It also manages human and physical resources, evaluates performance, and guides subordinate supervisors. The ideal candidate is a strategic executive experienced in federal transportation programs, large-scale capital project oversight, and financial stewardship under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53. Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills are also sought.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to GS-14.
Experience with the Federal Transit Act and regulatory grant program administrative requirements.
Experience communicating effectively, orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders; persuading, presenting, and defending programs; and preparing and delivering briefings to senior leaders.
Experience managing and directing one or more major programs.
U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for the Selective Service.
Must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period unless already completed.
Must serve a two-year trial period and receive written certification for continued employment after that period.
Must submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.
Must use a government contractor-issued travel card for official business only.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and directing major programs in the transportation industry.
Experience overseeing and analyzing transportation policy, programs, or procedures.
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills.
Experience in federal transportation programs, large-scale capital project oversight, and financial stewardship under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53.

Responsibilities

Direct complex national transit programs, resource allocation, and program and project management nationwide.
Interpret federal transit legislation and formulate nationwide program guidance.
Manage human and physical resources, evaluate performance, and guide subordinate supervisors.
Work with the Associate Administrator on delegated executive responsibilities for program, budget, administrative, and personnel activities.
Support allocation of funds for transit assistance, development and dissemination of program guidance, and grant management.