- Junior
- Office in Weslaco
Performs routine (journey-level) project management specialist work in the areas of mobility management. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Duties*
Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, agreements and project budget expenditures as it relates to Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities - Section 5310 program and section 5307, 5311, and 5339 program projects. Coordinates with RGV MPO Section 5310 Call for Projects for the McAllen Urbanized Area and updates Section 5310 Program Management Plan (PMP). Serves as a liaison to staff, government agencies, community organizations, or the general public to facilitate in explaining program specifics and requirements. Directs and oversees the Regional Transit Advisory Panel, subcommittees, and maintains the Lower Rio Grande Valley Regional Public Transportation Coordination Plan. Creates project schedules and scheduling components for all phases of a project. Develops the collection, organization, analysis, and/or preparation of materials in response to requests for program information and reports. Provides consultative services and technical assistance for agency programs. Creates administrative reports, studies, and specialized projects. Prepares comprehensive reviews of literature, statutes, rules, and/or policies. Conducts a review of program area operations to identify areas in need of change and assists with the development of plans to improve or address areas of concern. May assist in preparing and evaluating program budget requests. Assists in preparing justifications for the implementation of procedural or policy changes. Coordinates with leadership in developing policy and procedure manuals. May assist in analyzing legislation to develop recommendations for policy in programmatic areas relating to the implementation, improvement, and/or expansion or reduction of program funding. Updates project schedules and cost estimates using information gathered and analyzed from multiple sources. Verifies that project schedule controls are properly implemented and maintained. Assists with analyzing historical project data to maintain a basis for future project planning and forecasting. Performs related work as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of project management theories and practices; of project costing, estimating; of systems and procedures used to evaluate project performance; and of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities - Section 5310 program and section 5307, 5311, and 5339 program projects.
Skill in project management, scheduling, and estimating; and in the use of a computer and applicable software, and/or indicators of program performance.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions, to assess project-related information and develop plans to address identified issues, to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills, to identify project risks, to prepare reports and charts, and to communicate effectively.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Experience in project management in relevant areas of project assignment. Graduation from an accredited four- year college or university with major coursework and a field relevant to assignment is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED- Valid/Current Texas Driver's License
- Required to be registered or licensed in a transit area.
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- Valid/Current Texas Driver's License
- Required to be registered or licensed in a transit area.
