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Discretionary Grants Program Manager/Transportation Specialist

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The Ohio Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Discretionary Grants Program Manager/Transportation Specialist (GS-2101-12/13 - from $90,669 to $140,166 annually) in Columbus, Ohio. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/792356600 (open to U.S. Citizens), selecting “Columbus, Ohio” as the location and the grade level(s) most applicable to your level of education/experience. Alternatively, send your resume and statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to Sara.Lowry@dot.gov using the subject “Discretionary Grants Program Manager/Transportation Specialist Position.” This job announcement closes on 11/04/2024 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration). 

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The selectee will serve as the "expert" responsible for coordinating and managing Ohio's discretionary grant program, including delivery of the United States Department of Transportation's Competitive/Discretionary Grants Portfolio (those awarded to Ohio). The incumbent will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

  • Developing project grant agreements, administering projects and grants, reviewing project vouchers, and associated reporting (including performance measures).
  • Reviewing discretionary grants applications and Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) to properly identify the staff to assist with grant management.
  • Coordinating with leadership on assigning grants to various program specialists in the Ohio Division Office.
  • Ensuring program specialists have familiarity with all tasks associated with proper grant administration and reporting requirements.
  • Acting as an "in-house" expert to answer questions on grant administration.
  • Providing technical expertise on Federal-aid laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to discretionary grant project delivery.
  • Representing FHWA with discretionary grant officials, as well as a wide range of stakeholders (including the Ohio Department of Transportation, metropolitan and regional planning organizations, local governments, consultants, and more).

The ideal candidate is a mid-career professional who functions independently and demonstrates leadership in team environments.

Additionally, the ideal candidate has excellent collaboration, analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills.

Experience in the oversight and analysis of transportation policy, programs, and procedures is desirable.

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Ohio is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It borders Lake Erie to the north, Pennsylvania to the east, West Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, Indiana to the west, and Michigan to the northwest. Of the 50 U.S. states, it is the 34th-largest by area.

Columbus is the second-most populous city in the Midwest (after Chicago), and the third-most populous state capital. The city is one of the Midwest's most affordable and accessible. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Columbus offers great schools, colleges, and universities; reasonable commute times; and many recreational opportunities like dining, museums, a thriving arts community, great metropolitan parks system, and many other amenities.

Find FHWA's Ohio Federal-aid Highway Division Office at 200 North High Street in downtown Columbus!