The San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) and San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) are seeking an experienced
Manager of Planning to lead complex, high-impact planning, grants, and programming activities that support the ACE and Valley Rail (SJJPA/"Gold Runner") passenger rail services.
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Planning, Grants & Programming, the Manager is responsible for overseeing advanced transportation planning initiatives, securing critical grant funding, coordinating with key state and federal partners, and supervising departmental staff. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the region's passenger rail network and ensuring the agency's long-term success.
Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning & Program Development- Lead and manage advanced, highly complex planning studies and initiatives, including short-, mid-, and long-range passenger rail and transit planning.
- Oversee planning efforts related to station area development, environmental review, rail corridor upgrades, and integration with other transportation networks-including high-speed rail.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to advance rail expansion, service improvements, and multimodal connectivity.
- Serve as the agency's subject matter expert in planning, grants, and pre-award programming activities.
Grants, Funding & Programming- Identify, secure, and manage all phases of local, state, regional, and federal grant and funding programs for SJRRC and SJJPA.
- Pursue funding that supports planning studies, capital projects exceeding $2 billion, rolling stock procurement, operations, clean energy initiatives, community improvements, and workforce development programs.
- Ensure compliance with all grant, planning, and reporting requirements.
- Prepare, review, and oversee complex grant applications, funding agreements, and program documentation.
Interagency Coordination & Representation- Act as the agency liaison to key partners, including:
- California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
- California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA)
- California Transportation Commission (CTC)
- Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs)
- Regional Transportation Planning Agencies (RTPAs)
- Local jurisdictions and community partners
- Advocate for agency priorities and represent SJRRC/SJJPA in meetings, committees, and public forums.
Leadership & Staff Development- Mentor, coach, train, and supervise Planning, Grants & Programming staff.
- Provide strategic direction and ensure effective departmental workflow and collaboration with other agency divisions.
- Foster an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
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