Transportation Program Consultant I pay range

What the state says the job is

This is professional consultative work in providing technical assistance to State agencies, local governments, and/or private concerns in the organization and operation of public transportation programs and services. Employees are responsible for conducting feasibility studies, analyzing existing transit services, and drafting modal interface plans for localized systems. Employees also assist in the development of information packages and training programs, and assist in the preparation of grant applications. Work is usually related to assigned general program area such as ride sharing, management assistance, or bicycles, but may involve assignments in all program areas. All assignments relate to the promotion and development of transportation systems.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Working knowledge of public transportation modes and their interrelationships; analytical planning techniques and their application in the area of public transportation; and of the principles and practices of grants administration. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of State and local government officials, planners, and community leaders, and representatives of private concerns.

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the collection and analysis of economic and social data and information, or in the administration of public transportation programs or services; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2