Transit Coordinator

United States Department of Transportation • Salem, OR

392d • $59,976 - $91,764 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Transit Coordinator position at the Oregon Department of Transportation involves managing state and federal transportation grant agreements, supporting regional transit coordinators, and ensuring compliance with transportation funding processes. The role requires analytical skills to prepare reports, reconcile budgets, and track findings, while also providing customer service to public agencies and transportation providers. This position promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, behavioral or social sciences, or a related field; OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to five years in transportation program management, grant management, or related fields.
• Two years of experience coordinating or administering programs related to transportation or project management.
• Valid driver license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in state or federal transportation grant management and compliance.
• Ability to develop statements of work and execute agreements.
• Experience processing payments and reconciling budgets.
• Experience working with diverse groups and gaining consensus on difficult issues.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and public transportation agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support regional transit coordinators in managing state and federal transportation grant agreements and compliance.
• Review required reports and process reimbursement requests from grant recipients.
• Provide backup coverage for regional transit coordinators and assist in customer service to public agencies and transportation providers.
• Assist in developing and implementing grant funding processes and policies.
• Track, monitor, and improve processes and outcomes.
• Research technical information on state and federally funded transportation programs.
• Participate on various internal and external committees as needed.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Paid holidays
• Loan forgiveness
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree