Program Analyst II

This is a repost.  Previous applicants do not need to reapply and are still being considered.

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.  

This position supports the Freight Rail and Economic Development Program Manager and the Rail Programs Manager providing technical capacity to fulfil the team’s mission. The Rail Programs Planner conducts independent consultation, technical assistance, and program/project administration in the areas of transportation planning studies, promoting transportation planning activities with local government officials, and evaluating existing transportation systems and identifying priority areas for future study. The work requires considerable analysis and interpretation of data and trends in rail, logistics, and transportation planning. This position will serve as a lead project manager for the Rail Programs Unit. The position is responsible for independently conducting multi-modal systems studies with statewide implications and formulating recommendations concerning future developmental activities. This work has a high level of complexity due to the multijurisdictional, intermodal, and joint passenger/freight focus. The Rail Programs Planner will consult with internal and external program stakeholders and will be expected to travel regularly for partner and stakeholder engagement. 

The focus of the Rail Programs Planner is to coordinate with MPOs and RPOs, work in parallel with imbedded strategic planning consultants, conduct research and analysis to support the Freight Rail and Economic Development Program, and support the Rail Services team, particularly coordination between NC By Train service and local transit systems.

In order of importance, the Rail Programs Planner will be responsible for:

- Regional Planning and Outreach: Coordinate with Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), Rural Planning Organizations (RPOs), and Councils of Governments (COGs).

- Freight Rail Program Analysis: Work to ensure that freight rail funds achieve strategic ends for NCDOT by applying quantitative and qualitative analytical tools.

- Intercity Passenger Rail Program Analysis: Support strategic planning activities related to passenger rail expansion and improvement by applying quantitative and qualitative analytical tools.

- Rail Services Support: Support the Rail Services team in efforts to promote existing intercity passenger rail services and provide exceptional customer service. This work includes coordinating with connecting transportation services and problem-solving issues related to existing passenger rail services.

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration as it relates to transportation planning and the funding of transportation projects.
• Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of railroads, public transit, multimodal freight systems, supply chains, and logistics
• Knowledge of the various transportation modes and their interrelationships
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data and information. 
• Skill in program analysis and evaluation, particularly for rail, public transit, and freight transportation.
• Skill in communicating effectively with program stakeholders, in oral and written forms.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement administrative programs and procedures and evaluate their effectiveness.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressively experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  

Levonda Norman, 919-707-4715, lrnorman@ncdot.gov 

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. 

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

Salary : $64,621 - $113,110