Federal Program Specialist
About The Position
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky. By joining our Strategic Planning Branch as a Federal Program Specialist in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to support Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) coordination across Kentucky. This position manages federal transportation planning distributions and contracts while ensuring federal regulatory compliance and fiscal accountability. You will serve as a liaison with MPO partners and other agencies to support effective planning.
Requirements
- Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
- Four years of professional experience in budget administration, grant administration, financial analysis and/or forecasting, statistical analysis, financial auditing, or a related field.
- Two years of the required experience must include the preparation, research and planning, budgeting, or administration of state or federal grants-in-aids.
- A master's degree will substitute for one year of required experience.
- Additional grant-in-aid related experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Nice To Haves
- Federal transportation program, grant, or contract administration.
- Familiarity with federal transportation planning regulations.
- Working with local public agencies or MPOs.
- Coordination across multiple stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Manage MPO allocated budgets and contracts, including amendments and modifications.
- Administer federal planning allocations and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
- Provide technical assistance, including performance-based planning and air quality conformity provisions.
- Represents KYTC at MPO technical and policy committee meetings, including certification reviews.
- Work in partnerships to collect data, identify needs and connectivity gaps, and align planning priorities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings.
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Employee wellness programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
