This position is in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Transit Delivery Division (TDD). This position will support the DC Circulator program in analysis and program management activities and support activities related to the transition of the diesel DC Circulator fleet to 100% Battery Electric Buses (BEB) program
The incumbent will support the DC Circulator BEB program in bus procurement, facility planning, long term fleet transition planning, monitoring and data analysis of fleet and charger performance, and management of current and planned and high-level sustainability program. Will monitor contractors and support developing briefing materials on the electric bus and sustainability program initiatives and provide information to internal and external stakeholders as guided. Will require exhibited experience in bus electrification, transit operations, sustainability initiatives related to resilience, renewable energy and or climate change, and urban planning. The incumbent will assist with developing financial and performance reports, respond to technical inquiries from the public, understand transit information technology systems, experience in grant development, and have a background in transit funding. The incumbent will organize and deliver briefings to present findings, solutions, recommendations to managers, and prepares option papers and similar staff reports.
The incumbent will support tracking and reporting key performance management goals for the DC Circulator and electrification program. Will support the team in the development and implementation of new methods, organizational structures, and project management processes as well as include short- and long-term service planning for electric vehicles and support infrastructure. Will assist with long-term and short-term planning activities to support operational corrections and service expansion goals, with a focus on electric vehicle and other clean vehicle technologies. The incumbent will collect and analyze, as needed, data for senior management, as well as, the National Transit Database to meet program reporting requirements. Will provide recommendations for streamlining organizational procedures, including preparing and reviewing program performance data activities, data analysis and budget documents. A special focus will be dedicated to our zero emissions goals for the city and how DC Circulator contributes to them to advance them. The incumbent will draft division MOUs, memos, develops short-term and long-term plans for program growth. The incumbent will support the coordination for procurement efforts to acquire new electric vehicles.
Individual must possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade in the normal line of progression . Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the person with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience includes but is not limited to knowledge of transportation/transit operations and delivery services, and experience. Knowledge and experience in bus procurement, grant writing, and project management. Extensive knowledge and ability to do data collection and analysis.
Bachelor’s degree with major study in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, finance, statistics, traffic management, transportation, or other fields related to the position is preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
Tour of Duty: Varies
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-343-12
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not representative by a bargaining unit.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Security Sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.
Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an emergency employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12. As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Employees are required to work rotating shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Employees are considered emergency personnel and are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:
DDOT is an employer of choice for any job seeker who has passion, energy, and enthusiasm about our city. Employee benefits include:
- Health and life insurance benefits and retirement benefits (More information about these benefits is available on the D.C. Department of Human Resources (DCHR) website at www.dchr.dc.gov.)
- Complimentary Capital BikeShare Membership
- Continued professional development, and professional growth through d.University, the in-house training available for all DDOT employees
- Flexible work schedule (team and role dependent)
- Employer assisted housing loan program, providing payment and/or closing cost financing for first-time home buyers (restrictions apply).
Vaccination Requirement: The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to your initial HR representative, or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with the Government of the District of Columbia.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
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