Public Transportation Management Regional Manager

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Public Transportation Management Regional Manager oversees public transportation program operations for agencies in an assigned North, Central, or South Alabama region. The role works under the broad guidance and administrative supervision of Auburn University and in close collaboration with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT). This grant-funded position is remote, and three individuals will be hired to support operations across the state. It is a three-year limited-term position; continued employment depends on funding availability. The manager administers and monitors federally funded public transportation activities, supports agencies with program compliance and operations, and researches applicable Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and ALDOT laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role also supports mobility initiatives for elderly and disabled populations, represents ALDOT in stakeholder and professional settings, and travels as needed. Availability to work nights and weekends is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Transportation, Planning, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field, and four years of experience involving knowledge of principles and methods in public transportation, public works, or a related industry; OR an associate's degree in one of those fields and eight years of such experience; OR a high school diploma or GED and 12 years of such experience.
Valid driver's license.
Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.
Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct public transportation operations in an assigned region, serving as the primary liaison between ALDOT and transit agencies.
Maintain collaborative relationships with agency representatives and stakeholders; respond to inquiries and provide technical assistance and guidance on policies, regulations, reporting requirements, and program compliance.
Manage and coordinate federal transit grant activities, including budgets, invoicing, escrow submissions, revision requests, approvals, agreements, contracts, safety plans, and related documentation.
Collaborate with ALDOT staff and transit agencies to develop and implement policies, standards, procedures, and processes that support compliance with federal and state requirements.
Monitor agency submissions and deadlines to ensure required deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
Coordinate clear communications between ALDOT and transit providers; manage correspondence and electronic records, maintain shared files, prepare guidance materials, and represent ALDOT in meetings, presentations, video conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
Develop and maintain systems to collect, analyze, and report agency performance data; create reports, spreadsheets, and analytical tools for program oversight, compliance evaluation, and decision-making.
Conduct and manage Management Performance Reviews with ALDOT, evaluate agency operations and compliance, and provide technical assistance and corrective-action guidance for identified deficiencies.
Research and evaluate operational, performance, and regulatory information to support effective public transportation programs and continuous improvement.
Coordinate and administer transit grant awards, revisions, and related documentation.
Assist agencies with vehicle lifecycle management, including vehicle ordering, transfers, retention, and disposal, in accordance with program requirements.
Monitor Transit Management System (TMS) data and other program information to ensure agency, vehicle, and grant records are accurate, complete, and consistent with annual grant requirements.
Collect, analyze, and maintain program data for reporting, decision-making, and oversight, ensuring timely updates and compliance with reporting standards.
Collaborate with transit providers, ALDOT, and community stakeholders on strategies and services promoting safe, efficient, cost-effective transportation and addressing the mobility needs of elderly and disabled populations.
Provide technical and operational support to agencies, including assistance with transit system startup and closeout and other program initiatives.
Represent ALDOT at local, state, and national conferences, workshops, peer exchanges, meetings, and training events; prepare and deliver presentations and facilitate meetings related to grants and program outcomes.
Coordinate and participate in meetings, training, special projects, and other assigned responsibilities in support of ALDOT transit programs.
Travel as required to provide program support, technical assistance, stakeholder engagement, professional development, and continuous improvement.
Be available to work nights and weekends as needed.