TRANSPORTATION ACCESS SPECIALIST na Mesacounty

$4,743.88 - $6,092.46

DEFINITION OF WORK: Focus on increasing access to transportation options for older adults, people with disabilities, and individuals with lower incomes in Mesa County. Principal activities include education, resource collection, and coordination of services and service providers.

This position is full-time, funded through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) 5310, and is contingent upon continued future grant funding. The purpose of the funding source is to support programming that meets the distinct transportation needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) administers the grant and eligible activities for this position. This position shall be limited to and shall meet all program requirements identified in the CDOT Agreement with Mesa County.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

This position serves as the Transportation Access Specialist for Mesa County Regional Transportation Planning Office (RTPO). The primary duty of the position is to promote Grand Valley Transit (GVT) in the community and help residents learn how to use public transit and be informed of other transportation options. In addition, this position is responsible for managing activities and projects that improve coordination between public transportation and human services providers. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Marketing/Promotion and Outreach

Approximate percentage of time: 50%

• Provide GVT travel trainings, specifying how to utilize the local transit system, and transit related information to residents, agencies, the Mobile Mesa County Alliance (MMCA), and others as needed
• Manage GVT’s marketing and communications, including content creation, social media, print materials, and advertising with various media outlets
• Organize and attend community outreach events (i.e. Farmers’ Markets, fairs, and expos)
• Develop partnerships with local agencies and transportation service providers to coordinate and enhance travel options, primarily focusing on low-income residents, elderly populations, and those with disabilities
• Manage the D51 Student Pass Program and providing education to students
• Foster community and business support for GVT and transportation services provided in Mesa County
• Develop an annual marketing budget and plan in cooperation with Transit Coordinator
• Transportation Coordination

Approximate percentage of time: 25%

• Organize and run Mobile Mesa County Alliance meetings and content
• Maintain and update Mesa County Transportation Directory
• Stay informed regarding the transportation needs, usage, and trends related to 5310-specific populations, including collecting stories and create 1-page reports to enhance the community’s general understanding
• Support efforts for meeting local transportation needs, transportation services funding, and innovative approaches to transportation
• Coordinate with other City and County departments, School District 51, various task forces, committees, or other functions related to transit services
• Grant Management of 5310 grant funds (and other funds that may be pursued under this position)

Approximate percentage of time: 15%

• Prepare quarterly and other required reporting
• Maintain fiscal accountability as defined by applicable federal, or other, regulations, including tracking grant-related spending and creating financial reports as needed
• Maintain compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations relating to the use of grant funds
• Research, develop, and write grant applications
• Other Tasks

Approximate percentage of time: 10%

• Pursue additional funding opportunities as appropriate including non-FTA funds
• Provide occasional updates to the GVRTC as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Demonstrated interest in community development, accessibility and/or transportation. Candidates with experience in human services, accessible services, transit systems, community development, marketing, grant administration, or related experience are preferred.

An equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to effectively perform the functions of this position.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

Desired candidate must be passionate about public transportation and working with stakeholders and the public, in particular older adults, people with disabilities, and individuals with lower incomes. The following skills/abilities are also desired:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with others in an effective and collaborative manner
• Marketing experience including content creation for print and digital platforms (i.e. Canva/Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office)
• Interpersonal skills to facilitate effective working relationships with staff, community leaders, government representatives, and customers
• A desire to work with and assist vulnerable populations with compassion and respect

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

Work is generally confined to an inside environment however you will be required to work outside at times in varied weather conditions and terrain and ride GVT with individuals or groups

In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the following items can be used as a determining factor in the starting and ongoing wage of an employee working in this position:

A seniority system that rewards employees based on length of employment.

A merit system that rewards employees for exceptional job performance.

Education, training, or experience to the extent that they are reasonably related to the work in question.

Another factor related to job performance or business operations, such as paying a shift differential to workers on less popular shifts

This position includes is eligible for the Mesa County benefits package which includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability

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Agency

Mesa County

Address

544 Rood Ave

Grand Junction, CO 81501

Phone

970- 244 - 1856

Website

http://www.mesacounty.us

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