Procurement Compliance Analyst - Public Transit

Overview

Join our team as a Procurement Compliance Analyst and support the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) by reviewing how public transit agencies manage federally funded procurements. You will test procurement files, draft findings and help deliver training, ensure transit agencies understand and meet federal requirements.

 

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

 

 

Work Schedule and Location:

Hybrid: This full-time hybrid position will work Monday through Friday, typically eight (8) hours per day, 40 hours per week with some onsite work at FTA headquarters in Washington, DC.  Some travel within the  US as required. Occasional availability to support FTA emergency response technical assistance as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement system reviews, including file testing and site visits
• Lead or support special assignments, technical assistance and corrective action reviews
• Draft review reports and technical memoranda
• Identify compliance risks, trace root causes and recommend fixes
• Help develop training content and support recipient workshops
• Explain complex federal requirements to non-expert audiences

 

Qualifications

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
• 4+ years of professional experience, including progressively responsible compliance testing and/or audit roles related to governmental or contractual requirements
• Strong analytical and training skills and experience
• Proven ability to identify risks in public transit management, verify compliance and present solutions
• Proven ability to explain complex requirements to non-experts
• Root-cause analysis, accurate and concise report writing, and professional oral presentations

Desired: 

• Public transit or FTA grant-recipient experience
• Experience with Single Audits, OIG or GAO audits, or federal grants compliance
• Knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 procurement standards

 

 

Pay Range

Negotiable