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Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description Manages and executes complex activities in an assigned organizational unit and manages assigned staff and consultants. The Manager, Transportation Planning (Grants) position assists in managing the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Section 5310 program: Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities.

This role will expand specialized transit solutions and manage federal grant distribution to bridge transportation gaps where public transit is insufficient or not available. Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 14, 2026. These dates are subject to change.

We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties Conducts and manages complex planning, implementation, funding, and analytical projects and programs May manage staff, consultants, and/or projects Applies, develops, and evaluates analytical, quantitative, and statistical tools and their results Participates in analyzing, developing, and recommending program guidelines, strategies, policies, and procedures Negotiates and executes cooperative agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with various agencies Develops and negotiates scopes of work, supports the solicitation process, and participates on negotiation teams with contractors/consultants Manages vendor performance against agreed contracts to ensure completion of projects within scope, on-time, and within budget for the assigned business unit Develops and monitors forecasts, impacts, and budgets for plans, programs and projects Prepares comprehensive reports, correspondence, and presentations Makes presentations to internal/external stakeholders Participates on/with special task forces, committees, panels, transportation forums, and peer groups Provides technical and policy guidance on Metro plans, programs, and projects Evaluates the costs, benefits, and risks of alternative funding plans, programs, and projects Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis

A typical combination includes: Education Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in transportation planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment. Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position

PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected. The following are the preferred qualifications: Experience developing and managing budgets, monitoring revenues, expenditures and invoicing processes and financial reconciliations for Federal, State, and Local grant programs Experience administering or assisting with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) section 5310 program (Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities) Experience administering federal, state, and local grant programs, including pre-award and post-award activities Experience developing and managing budgets, requests for proposals, and/or contracts, ensuring thorough compliance and effective project execution Experience presenting proposals and conducting workshops and other meetings with both internal and external stakeholders Essential Knowledge Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices of transportation planning and land use, business, project management, and public administration Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies Financial, analytical, and statistical methods and procedures Budget and accounts management, forecasting, and linking to funding sources Applicable business software applications Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Conducting comprehensive studies and analyses Overseeing multidisciplinary teams Supervising, training, and motivating staff Critical and analytical thinking Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising judgment and creativity in making decisions Establishing and implementing relevant policies and procedures Communicating effectively orally and in writing Communicating technical information effectively to non-technical audiences Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Mediating and negotiating Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Manage multiple priorities and deadlines Think and act independently Represent Metro before the public Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence Negotiate consensus solutions Make financial decisions within a budget Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required (JAL) Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability.

Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered

*Open to the public and all Metro employees This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.