Salary: $82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually
Location : Woodbridge, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number:
Department: TRANSPORTATION AND CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Division: ADMINISTRATIVE
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: C51
Hiring Salary: $82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually

About This Role: The successful candidate will put their excellent written communication and organizational skills to use supporting the regional planning, policy and programming functions of the collaborative and progressive Department of Transportation & Capital Construction (DTCC). We are looking for someone that takes ownership of their work and has a sense of pride in their assignments to ensure that work tasks are performed both timely and accurately.

This position will direct and coordinate with staff in preparing grants, plans, programs and presentations; conduct research for future road projects; program and manage a variety of funding for transportation projects; manage and participate in the development of local, regional, state and federal policy, planning and programming documents; and represent the County at transportation boards and committees.

The successful applicant will need to have exceptional oral communication and technical writing skills, be enthusiastic, organized, creative, team-oriented, and have a positive can-do attitude. This position will operate under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Business Services. This is a highly visible position that receives exposure by working with numerous groups, entities, and agencies throughout the region.

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or G.E.D. and 7 years of related experience.
Preferences: The ideal candidate should have experience with technical writing and public speaking. General knowledge of Transportation projects and regional needs. Experience working with stakeholders, elected officials and public groups.
Special Requirements: This position will require the ability to operate a government vehicle to attend various meetings and forums throughout and outside the County.
Work Schedule: Normal business hours to include occasional night meetings.
Starting Salary Range: $82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually
We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1). Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2). My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application; 3). Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4). If selected, my employment dates will be verified back three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

The position requires a High School diploma or G.E.D. and 7 years of related (Transportation Planning or similar planning) experience.Please select the option that reflects your highest level of completed education.

• Master's Degree or higher in a relevant field, e.g., urban planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, public administration
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, e.g., urban planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, public administration
• Associate's Degree in a relevant field, e.g., urban planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, public administration
• Some college
• HS Diploma/GED
• None of the above

03

Please select the choice that best describes your experience leading local/regional planning and programming efforts.

• 7 or more years
• 4-6 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

04

Please quantify your experience with editing and writing grant applications or technical documents. Please include this experience in the work history section of your application.

• 7 or more years
• 4-6 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

05

What experience do you have coordinating grant applications? Check all that apply.

• Registering for grant or funding applications
• Development of project scope
• Development of project estimate
• Development of project schedule
• Development of project sketches, maps, or other visual aids
• Experience conducting data research to support grant/funding applications
• Experience obtaining support or endorsement from local governing bodies
• Development of project proposals
• Development of draft grant/funding applications
• Development of final grant/funding applications
• Reviewer of grant/funding applications
• Submitting final application and complete application packages
• None of the above

06

Are you familiar with grant funding programs? If yes, check all that apply.

• Local grant funding programs
• Regional grant funding programs
• Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) assistance programs
• State grant funding programs
• Federal grant funding programs
• Private sector grant funding programs
• None of the above

07

Please quantify your experience developing detailed project scope and budget for funding applications.

• 7 or more years
• 4-6 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

08

Please quantify your experience supporting local/regional planning and programming efforts including working and coordinating with transportation planning staff.

• 7 or more years
• 4-6 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

09

Can you demonstrate that you are able to meet strict deadlines? If yes, make sure that the information corresponds to the work history section of your application.

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have experience preparing or producing the following materials? Check all that apply.

• Reports
• Contracts or agreements
• Memorandums
• Letters
• Presentation materials
• Documents for Local Governing Bodies (Resolutions or Reports)
• Grant/funding applications
• Proposals
• None of the above

11

Do you have experience producing maps or other visual displays? Check all that apply.

• Concepts or project sketches
• Graphs, tables, or charts
• Maps or aerials
• Meeting poster boards
• Meeting brochures or handouts
• None of the above

12

Do you have experience giving presentations? If yes, who have you given presentations to? Check all that apply.

• Colleagues or coworkers
• General public or citizens
• Stakeholders or committees
• Management staff or supervisors
• Appointed or elected officials
• None of the above

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