Salary: $45.53 - $72.25 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 46216
Agency: 810 Department of Transportation
Unit: 8299 Public Transit Pass-Through
Opening Date: 08/28/2025
Closing Date: 9/8/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Jill Barela, [email protected]
# of Openings: 1
Location: Calvin Rampton Building,4501 South 2700 West,Salt Lake City, UT
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Schedule Code Description: This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Current State employees who have already passed a probationary period will not be required to complete another one.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a driven, detail-oriented, and team-focused individual to work as an integral member of the Department's Rural Public Transit (RPT) team. The RPT team is responsible for administering the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) formula and discretionary grants on behalf of the Department. The grants received by the Department cover transit and public transportation activities in the Rural and Non-Urban areas of the state.
The RPT Fixed-Route Client Manager (Engineering Manager I) reports to the RPT Program Manager. The Fixed-route Client Manager works with FTA formula grant award subrecipients who operate fixed-route and on-demand transit services in rural areas of Utah. They are responsible for managing the FTA Section 5311 program (small urban and rural) and 5339 program (bus and bus facilities) and providing technical assistance to rural fixed-route providers, local governments, Native American tribes, and private transportation providers to encourage growth and preservation of transit services. This list is not exhaustive as other opportunities and assignments will occur from time to time. This position will effectively coordinate with internal RPT team members as well as build relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and transit providers.

This is a fast-paced environment that provides a lot of space for professional growth. It is also an opportunity to serve in an area of UDOT that supports rural parts of the state. This is a rewarding role where you can join other passionate team members in supporting UDOT's mission to enhance quality of life through transportation.

Principle Duties
As the Fixed Route Clint Manager, your duties will include:

• Responding to subrecipient and applicants requiring FTA and RPT guidance
• Coordinating subrecipient meetings related to the application process
• Managing subrecipient applications and project requests
• Reviewing subrecipients' submitted applications for eligibility
• Completing subrecipient risk assessments
• Negotiating and formulating contracts with subrecipients
• Overseeing awarded projects related to schedule, performance and funding
• Providing contract-specific technical assistance to subrecipients
• Receiving and reviewing performance measures and milestone reports
• Reviewing subrecipient invoices
• Assisting in procurement review for subrecipients who perform their own procurements
• Providing guidance related to project environmental requirements
• Coordinating with the RPT Compliance Officer to ensure report accuracy
• Assisting with RTAP funding and coordination with URSTA
• Facilitating research and other needed studies
• Coordinating NTD/TAM reporting with the Compliance Officer
• Interpreting federal program guidelines
• Preparing program information for distribution to subrecipients
• Understanding federal grant application requirements with FTA
• Assisting in the development and administration of policies and procedures necessary for assuring compliance with detailed and complex federal rules and regulations including, but not limited to, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Title VI, Americans with Disabilities Act, Buy America, and competitive procurement

You may also assist with:

• Overseeing statewide transit planning efforts
• Cross-training in order to provide back-up to other staff members
• Process improvement projects that benefit the RPT team
• Organizational e-filing

Minimum Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must have all of the following:

• Be registered as a professional engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Have at least two (2) years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.

Preferences
Preference may be given to those who have at least one of the following:

• At last five (5) years of experience in grant management/development, financial management, accounting, financial forecasting, transportation planning, or other related areas.
• Directly related experience with the Federal Transit Administration related to grants management.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Here are some of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are typically associated with the job, though not all-inclusive:

• General understanding of Federal Transit Administration regulations and including Civil Rights, procurement, Buy America etc.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, policies and internal controls
• Ability to interpret complex federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines related to grant management
• Knowledge of grants administration including program management, procedures, and techniques
• Knowledge of grants and grant administration systems, processes, and budgeting
• Competency with procurement and/or administration of contracts, grants, or similar agreements
• Possess a high degree of initiative to find solutions and meet deadlines
• Work independently, with the ability to work under pressure
• Be able to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects independently, often with tight deadlines
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare reports and correspondence; comprehend and make inferences from written material; interpret federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grant contracts and administration; review the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards; communicate orally and in writing; work effectively with a variety of staff, executive management, other governmental representatives, and the public
• Highly Proficient in Google and Microsoft products. Ability to create databases is a plus
• Speak and write clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• Ability to deal professionally, respectfully, and tactfully with others and provide stellar customer service

Supplemental Information
Here is some information you should be aware of:

• Working Conditions - Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Physical Requirements - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• The employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?
The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.
Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency
UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your work history, otherwise you may not receive credit. Applicable follow up questions must be answered or your application may be removed from consideration or you may not receive credit for your experience. Listing "see resume" as a response to a question may also result in being removed from consideration or not receiving credit.

• I have read and understand the above statement

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Do you have a PE license in Utah?NOTE: If you are not currently licensed in Utah, you will need to obtain a Utah license prior to starting employment.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a PE license in any other states?

• Yes
• No

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Please list the state, license number, date of licensure, and expiration date for all states you hold licenses in.
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How many years of engineering experience do you have following your licensure as a PE? Please provide details in the work history section of your application.

• None
• 1 year or less
• 2 - 3 completed years
• 4 - 5 completed years
• 6 - 7 completed years
• 8 - 9 completed years
• 10 or more years

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How many years of experience do you have with financial management, accounting, financial forecasting, or other related areas?

• None
• 5 years or less
• 6 - 7 completed years
• 8 - 9 completed years
• 10 - 11 completed years
• 12 - 13 completed years
• 14 - 15 completed years
• More than 15 years

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Please provide a brief summary, including a specific example, and where you gained the experience.
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Do you have any direct experience with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) formula funding?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide a brief summary, including a specific example, and where you gained the experience.
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How many years of experience do you have with transportation planning, transportation project management or other related areas?

• None
• 1 year or less
• 2 - 3 completed years
• 4 - 5 completed years
• 6 - 7 completed years
• 8 - 9 completed years
• 10 or more years

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Please provide a brief summary, including a specific example, and where you gained the experience.
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In 15 sentences or less, please tell us why you feel confident that you are prepared for this position and how your background and experience will help to ensure your future performance success.
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Do you have any relatives who currently work for UDOT? Per UDOT Policy, relatives are defined as: spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin (including in-laws and step relatives), or cohabitating employees.

• Yes
• No

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If you do have relatives working for UDOT, please list the name, relationship, and work location for each relative.
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Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
• Referred by a Friend or Family
• Indeed
• Other External Job Board or Site
• LinkedIn
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
• Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
• Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
• University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career or Job Fair
• Internship
• Interviewed for different position
• Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
• Other (not listed above)

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