Program Manager: Center for Transportation Research, Nashville - UTK

University of Tennessee • Nashville, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, exempt position is administered through the Center for Transportation Research (CTR) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and funded by a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). The position will be located at TDOT’s headquarters in Nashville and will support the Planning Division. This position will be the point person for developing departmental policies, discipline-specific technical guidance, procedures, and manuals, and will also be responsible for producing deliverables, coordinating with external customers, and financial stewardship and oversight of grants and contracts along with oversight and coordination of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program in TDOT's Planning Division.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two to three years of progressively responsible experience in a local or state government administrative, program, financial, or project management environment
• Candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects accurately
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational, time management, and basic project management skills
• Proven customer service skills are essential, as this position works closely with program staff and grantees across the State of Tennessee
• Requires residency in the Nashville area since the TDOT office is located in downtown Nashville

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or finance
• One year of experience in transportation planning or research
• Experience with contract or invoice management, with financial or accounting-related experience
• Knowledge/Proficiency in Edison

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and reporting support
• Developing, processing, and managing consultant and grantee contracts and amendments
• Reviewing and processing invoices
• Assisting with financial documentation and closeout activities
• Helping to oversee the development and implementation of planning-related software tools and systems
• Assisting with the oversight of federally funded transportation planning programs, including Part A of the State Planning & Research (SPR) Work Program and the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)
• Providing general support to the Planning Division and other TDOT staff as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager