Transit Programs and Projects Coordinator

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JOB DUTIES

• Nebraska Public Transit is a lifeline for rural communities providing access to healthcare education employment and more. Our services enhance quality of life statewide fostering economic growth social inclusion and community well-being. Each dollar invested generates about four dollars in economic returns highlighting our crucial role in Nebraskas prosperity.
• This position is an integral role not just in preserving but also in enhancing the Nebraska State Transit a Transit Projects and Programs Coordinator this position will assist with the procurement of Public Transit equipment and services including but not limited to writing editing and oversight of Transit Vehicle/Equipment purchasing specifications contracts and inspections.
• Position is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the NDOT Federal Asset Inventory Compliance Reviews Training Safety Plans and National Transit Database addition an understanding of Federal and State policies is vital to the success of this position.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors degree in urban and regional planning transportation planning engineering technology business data science physical sciences geographic information systems or a related field plus three years of related experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors degree in business administration contract administration or other appropriate curriculum plus two years of significantly related work experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the above requirements. Experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis

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• Both in-state and occasional overnight travel are required.
• Must have a valid drivers license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Demonstrated experience with MS Office specifically Microsoft Excel knowledge of Federal and State Regulations and grant management.
• Ability to manage time and competing priorities.
• Ability to learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs policies and operating details to manage grant-funded programs.
• Effectively communicate to explain complex information to various audiences.

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