Transit Analyst

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join us as a transit analyst and help shape public transportation across Oregon! In this role, you’ll work to provide funding and support to the state’s public transportation providers. As part of our Program Services Unit, you will help secure federal funding, award subgrants, reconcile budgets, assist with compliance reviews, communicate with program partners and maintain our grants management system to ensure it’s functional and accurate. If you enjoy building strong partnerships, working with data and funding, and want to help communities stay connected through public transportation, apply today! We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions. Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

Requirements

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification related to grants administration and management.
A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program related to grants administration and management.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a highly regulated environment requiring research of federal or state regulations.
Experience proactively problem solving and collaborating with internal and external partners.
Experience managing budgets and fiscal compliance.
Experience communicating clearly, concisely and effectively.
Experience applying analysis and reason to identify complex problems and develop alternative solutions.

Responsibilities

Develop funding programs to manage state or federal grant funds.
Apply for federal grant funding in support of transit programs.
Help transit providers find and use the right funding to further state and community goals.
Make sure project information is accurate in tracking systems.
Prepare and manage contracts and agreements for transit grants.
Ensure grant recipients follow all state and federal rules.
Track project progress and suggest improvements.
Reconcile budgets, analyze financial reports and monitor risk.
Keep policies, procedures and program documents updated and accurate.
Collect and analyze grant data to make decisions and improve programs.