Transit Program Manager - SR-24

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, develops, implements, and coordinates various transit programs for the County; evaluates programs and recommends and implements changes in programs’ policies and procedures; serves as program resource and liaison within the Mass Transit Agency; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Mass Transit Agency - Transit Vehicle Maintenance Support Division in Hilo. The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree.
Four (4) years of responsible professional or analytical experience which required the formulation and implementation of procedures and/or policies of significant scope.
Experience involving transportation planning or activities related to the development or implementation of transportation programs.
Possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and County laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to transportation, transportation safety, and related programs, bus systems (mass transit, school bus, or tour bus services) activities, and vehicles, occupational hazards and safety laws, rules and practices, principles and practices of public administration, public relations, and grant requirements, Federal and State grant sources, research and evaluation methods and techniques, report writing, and computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to plan, develop, implement and coordinate County transportation programs.
Ability to translate ideas and recommendations into workable plans which conform to the various transportation laws and regulations.
Ability to prepare complete and comprehensive grant applications.
Ability to manage competing deadlines for grant submissions.
Ability to gather, evaluate, and analyze data and make sound decisions.
Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to make effective decisions and recommendations.
Ability to write clear and concise reports.
Ability to meet and deal effectively with public and private agencies, business and community leaders, civic groups, and the general public.
Ability to formulate ideas and speak effectively before groups.

Nice To Haves

Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, implements, and coordinates County-wide transit programs.
Evaluates overall effectiveness and adequacy of programs and recommends and implements changes in programs’ policies and procedures to accommodate changing conditions and requirements.
Projects program costs through the evaluation of operational data and participates in the preparation and justification of the agency’s program budget.
Keeps abreast of Federal, State, and County laws, ordinance, regulations, and legislation that govern or may impact programs; may draft testimony or comments as appropriate and testify before the Council on transportation matters.
Surveys and evaluates customer needs and concerns; recommends, formulates, and implements new policies, programs, changes, or enhancements of current programs.
Oversees grant related matters for designated Mass Transit Agency programs.
Researches Federal and State transportation grants and funding proposals.
Prepares grant applications and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Maintains records of grants and monitors compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Makes preliminary determinations of level of services requirements and routes to fulfill the administration's goal of an island-wide bus system by determining fleet size, location of facilities, and shelters, etc.
Evaluates and recommends bus stop locations to best service residents, businesses, and medical service facilities.
Reviews and makes recommendations on transportation routes and plans for future effects on community bus services.
Participates in the development of technical data, reports, and study materials for presentation to the County Council and to other committees and technical groups.
Organizes, coordinates, and participates in community relations programs in support of the County's transportation activities; receives and resolves service-related complaints.
Serves as program liaison and attends meetings with employees, departments, vendors, or private and community organizations relating to transportation program matters.
Participates in public meetings to publicize and promote available transportation services.
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.