Grants & Capital Project Coordinator

Palm Tran•Delray Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly responsible professional position involving research, development, recommendations, and coordination of grant initiatives and capital projects for various divisions within Palm Tran. This position coordinates the writing and submission of federal, state, and local transit grant applications using computerized grant application software. Duties include organizing and completing grant application activities for planning and setting funding priorities; coordinating the grant application review process; conducting research and supporting contract administration; assisting in developing and implementing funding strategies and strategic goals for the transit system; assisting in the development of the annual budget; and making funding recommendations. This position also supports capital project coordination activities, including tracking project schedules, budgets, expenditures, and compliance with applicable funding requirements. Coordinates FTA’s Triennial Review, including preparation and collection of required documentation for both desk and on-site reviews. Participates in pre-bid meetings and attends workshops, meetings, and conferences. Assists the Grants & Compliance Manager with other related work as directed or required.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, planning, or a related field.
Three (3) years of professional experience in grant administration, capital project coordination, budgeting, or financial analysis.
Intermediate to proficient level experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Candidates for this position will undergo a skills assessment as part of the hiring process.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Equivalency: Associate’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of experience as listed above.
High School Diploma or GED and seven (7) years of experience as listed above.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the writing and submission of federal, state, and local transit grant applications using computerized grant application software.
Organize and complete grant application activities for planning and setting funding priorities.
Coordinate the grant application review process.
Conduct research and support contract administration.
Assist in developing and implementing funding strategies and strategic goals for the transit system.
Assist in the development of the annual budget.
Make funding recommendations.
Support capital project coordination activities, including tracking project schedules, budgets, expenditures, and compliance with applicable funding requirements.
Coordinate FTA’s Triennial Review, including preparation and collection of required documentation for both desk and on-site reviews.
Participate in pre-bid meetings and attend workshops, meetings, and conferences.
Assist the Grants & Compliance Manager with other related work as directed or required.