PASSENGER OPERATIONS SPECIALIST IV - 55007106

State of Florida•Doral, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Passenger Operations Specialist IV in District Six, Transportation Development, within the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). The role involves performing duties as a Transit Grant and Transit Project Manager, assisting with establishing the 5-year Work Program, and providing guidance and direction to partner agencies. The mission of FDOT is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. The vision is to serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free. The role contributes to a strong and empowering culture of Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication (TRREC). FDOT encourages team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development, offering access to hundreds of computer-based and instructor-led courses. The position is located at the District Six Headquarters Office in Miami, FL.

Requirements

Knowledge of Transportation and Transit Planning
Knowledge of Transportation Planning Process and Regulations
Knowledge of and skilled at developing and implementing Transportation Program
Knowledgeable of and skilled at analyzing data information
Knowledgeable of and skilled at organizing, planning, and prioritizing
Skilled at understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Ability to find information and identify essential information
Skilled at using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches
Ability to use proper English grammar and punctuation in communicating spoken and written business product
Six (6) years of professional or nonprofessional experience (including internships or co-ops) in the field of transportation, planning, public administration, engineering, or logistics to which the position is assigned.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for four (4) years of the required experience.
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for six (6) years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Acts as District Transit Project Manager and Grants Manager for the Transit Programs including State Transit Block Grant, Transit Service Development, Transit Corridor, Park and Ride Lot, FTA Section 5311 / 5339 / 5307.
Review applications and issue notices of award for State and Federal Transit Grant Programs.
Create Transit Production Schedule, prepare Public Transportation Grant Agreements (PTGA) in accordance with applicable procedures.
Monitor project schedules and construction activities to review project status and cash flow.
Review, approve and process submitted project invoices, monitor federal transit grants, and prepare tracking reports.
Develops Transit Improvement work program in accordance with procedures and work program instructions and forwards updates to the Work Program Office and meets regularly with sponsors to ensure accuracy of work.
Researches, prepares correspondence, and attends meetings to provide input into project development stage and beyond to ensure transportation systems provide access to transit.
Review 30%, 60%, and 90% District production plans to eliminate any conflicts with existing transit facilities.
Monitors compliance of transit agencies with Federal and State system safety rules and regulations and provides assistance to transit agencies to comply with rules and regulations through the use of consultant resources.