JOB SUMMARY

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.
This position establishes and manages MnDOT’s Greater Minnesota Shared Mobility Program, setting program goals and objectives and identifying opportunities for regional transit providers and other partners to implement and integrate with innovative transportation options and technology-enabled shared mobility services such as bikeshare, carshare, micromobility, carpooling, vanpooling, ridesharing, on-demand microtransit, ridehailing and ridesourcing. Responsibilities include managing consultants, partners, project leads, and other staff working on program projects; overseeing project procurements and consulting contracts; identifying and leading creation of deliverables for the program; and setting budgeting and financial reporting processes for the program. Additionally, this position will work closely with local and regional staff and partners across Greater Minnesota and in the role as subject matter technical expert will represent MnDOT on shared mobility matters at public meetings including legislative committees and to agency peers at the national level.
Travel around Greater Minnesota for meetings less than 5% of time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of advanced professional experience in administering statewide programs.

Experience must also demonstrate the following:

• Experience with shared mobility (i.e. public transit, bikesharing, carsharing, ridesharing, etc.).
• Experience with program planning.
• Experience with budget policies and practices.

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Administration, Planning, Business, Finance substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Experience managing innovative projects using Agile principles including Lean Startup.
• Experience integrating shared mobility technologies into digital platforms like Mobility-as-a-Service.
• Experience managing vendors on a project, including procurement and contract management.
• Experience with developing federal grants.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and Education/License Verification.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.