Transportation Program Manager 2 - Kanawha Co.

Transportation Program Manager 2 - Kanawha Co.

Salary

$53,444.14 - $77,244.13 Annually

Location

Kanawha County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

DOT27MM002

Department

West Virginia Division of Multimodal Transportation

Division

Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities

Opening Date

11/11/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

KANAWHA

Civil Service Type:

Classified-Exempt - This Position is Not Covered Under the DOP Merit System

Skills Based Hiring:

Yes

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Nature of Work

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and "at will."

This position will act as Program Manager for the Sect. 5329 SSO Program. Administer Sect. 5329 program compliant with CFR - Code of Federal Regulations 49, Part 674 per FTAs - Federal Transit Administration expectations. Enter quarterly FFR - Federal Financial Report and MPR - Milestone Progress reports for all open grants in TrAMS -Transit Award Management System, FTAs - Federal Transit Administration web-based grant management tool. Prepare budget revisions and grant closeouts as necessary. Act as a liaison with West Virginia University for the program. Supervise all consultants involved with the 5329 program and provide agency response to events concerning the 5329 program. Serve as the Agency Fleet coordinator and Fixed Asset coordinator for the unit. Will assist the Section 5310 Program Manager with the administration and oversight of the 5310 program. This will include invoice review, application review, contract preparation, and other work as necessary.

Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications

TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Substitution: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in a professional, administrative, technical, or supervisory position may substitute for the required training/education on a year-for-year basis, through an established formula.

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in a professional, administrative, technical, or supervisory position.
• Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, through an established formula.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Lena Shavers
• Phone Number: 304-414-6816
• Email Address: lena.m.shavers@wv.gov

Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits. Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency. Salary and Wages Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment. Medical Insurance Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium. Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance) The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage. Life Insurance The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available. Retirement Plan The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred). Deferred Compensation State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce todays taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies. Annual Increment Pay The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service. Holidays Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year. Vacation 15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service. Paid Sick Leave We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program. Military Leave - Paid Military Leave Training, and Developmental Opportunities We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges. Suggestion Award Program Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion. Credit Union Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex. Wellness Programs Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information. West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives. For more information about benefits visit our Benefits Web Site. Use your back button to return here. ------------------------------------------------------------

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Employer West Virginia

Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East

Building 3 Suite 500

Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

Phone (304) 558-3950

Website http://personnel.wv.gov