Program Analyst II

Salary : $64,621.00 - $113,110.00 Annually

Location : Wake County, NC

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : 25-00821

Department : Dept of Transportation

Division : Transit

Opening Date : 01 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title : Program Analyst II

Position Number : 60015659

Salary Grade : NC19

Description of Work

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

This position with NCDOT offers full , 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Levonda Norman, 919-707-4715,

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.

NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments : Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work / week for participation.

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration as it relates to transportation planning and the funding of transportation projects?

Explain how you have knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration as it relates to transportation planning and the funding of transportation projects.

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of personnel policies and procedures?

Explain how you have knowledge of personnel policies and procedures.

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of railroads, public transit, multimodal freight systems, supply chains, and logistics?

Explain how you have knowledge of railroads, public transit, multimodal freight systems, supply chains, and logistics.

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the various transportation modes and their interrelationships?

Explain how you have knowledge of the various transportation modes and their interrelationships

Which of the following best describes your level of skill in collecting and analyzing data and information?

Explain how you have skill in collecting and analyzing data and information

Which of the following best describes your level of skill in program analysis and evaluation, particularly for rail, public transit, and freight transportation?

Explain how you have skill in program analysis and evaluation, particularly for rail, public transit, and freight transportation.

Which of the following best describes your level of skill communicating effectively with program stakeholders, in oral and written forms?

Explain how you have skill in communicating effectively with program stakeholders, in oral and written forms.

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated implementing administrative programs and procedures and evaluating their effectiveness?

Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability initiating and implementing administrative programs and procedures and evaluating their effectiveness.

Required Question

Salary : $64,621 - $113,110