Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.
The Planning, Development and Research (PD&R) department is looking for a MTIP Program Coordinator to play a pivotal role in the implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program (MTIP). Beyond being a mere plan, the MTIP exemplifies how planned transportation endeavors can advance collective regional goals while adhering to federal regulations. Offering an implementation schedule for federally funded projects over the next four years, the MTIP ensures not only regulatory compliance but also efficient project delivery.
Acting as a crucial link between statewide project teams, transit agencies, and database vendors, the MTIP Program Coordinator’s proficiency in system administration and adept coordination will facilitate seamless data management, ensuring fluid exchanges and continuous improvement strategies. From troubleshooting to custom reporting, your expertise will elevate project delivery, guaranteeing precision and efficiency at every stage. Embrace this opportunity to shape the transportation landscape in the greater Portland metropolitan area and pave the way for a brighter, more interconnected future.
As a Program Coordinator for the MTIP you will:
-Serve as transportation project database lead and system administrator.
-Coordinate with the database vendor and act as liaison with regional and state partners, transit agencies, and project teams.
-Document procedures and provide training and troubleshooting assistance.
-Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to identify GIS-related data needs and support data sharing with partners.
-Coordinate the migration of project data into the MTIP.
-Develop, design, and distribute MTIP reports for project coordination and funding data exchanges with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and local transit agencies.
-Provide comprehensive support to the lead Planner on MTIP revisions and project implementation tracking.
-Perform administrative modifications and system and project analytics, and review MTIP revision data for accuracy.
-Assist in establishing quality control procedures for MTIP data management and State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) consistency, and conduct quality assurance reviews of legislative materials.
-Review and reconcile transportation funding financial reports and assist with revenue tracking and forecasting.
-Assist with evaluating and reporting on transportation program performance.
Attributes for success:
-Sensitivity to cultural diversity and respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds when developing and maintaining positive working relationships.
-Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, with a customer-centric approach to interactions.
-Excellent active listening and communication skills to collaborate with multiple agencies, understand their needs, and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
-Provides insightful support to team members, offering valuable input and assistance in decision-making processes.
-Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, and environments, while maintaining a high level of performance and professionalism.
-Proficient in database management and system administration, including familiarity with relevant software and tools.
-Experienced in creating, generating, reviewing, and reconciling financial reports and assisting with revenue tracking and forecasting efforts.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum qualifications
-Bachelor’s degree in the program area of specialty, AND
-Three years of relevant experience, OR
-Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.
Like to have qualifications
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.
-Familiarity with GIS tools.
-Experience or familiarity with public transportation project funding and project development.
-Experience or familiarity with the role and function of Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
-Experience or familiarity with government agency capital improvement programs.
Job Type: Hybrid.
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