Transportation Specialist - Direct Hire (SME)

Summary This position is in the Office of Tribal Transportation (OTT) in the Office of Federal Lands Highway(FLH).  The OTT co-administers the Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), provides stewardship and oversight responsibilities for all discretionary grants awarded to Federally Recognized Tribes, and manages the Tribal Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) centers.  The OTT also provides FHWA-wide support for all FHWA activties affecting Tribal transportation. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Transportation Specialist, you will: Coordinate and deliver program evaluation and oversight activities. Oversee and guide the oversight and award of program funds. Maintain regular contact with Office of Federal Lands Highway as an innovation liaison. Coordinate and deliver program evaluation and oversight activities, developing, analyzing, and interpreting data to make informed decisions, The ideal candidate for this position will be an energetic professional that applies forward-thinking leadership in promoting and implementing the vision of "Transforming Transportation Though Innovation".  The position requires broad knowledge in the field of transportation, the ability to learn new technical areas quickly, have a keen customer focused orientation, and a solution driven mind set.  She/he will identify best practices, spot new solutions, collect lessons learned and clearly communicate these insights and stories to stakeholders.  A proven ability to remain open-minded and change opinions based on new information and requirements is essential. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel.  A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:  You may be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include: Experience with developing and managing projects/programs or leading teams to implement strategies that advance transportation programs or policies; AND Experience in formulating and advancing agency goals or project/program management. Experience in providing advice and /or technical assistance to State, local, or Federal practitioners or to the private sector on issues dealing with transportation safety, (i.e. highway infrastructure safety); AND Experience in managing projects, overseeing contract tasks and/or leading formal or informal teams to meet programmatic goals. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Transportation - Knowledge of principles and methods of moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including costs and limits. Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise. Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information  (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link:  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [email protected]. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation  Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.