Salary: $68,250.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 195133
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH45
Position Number::Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $68,250.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $121,890.00
Job Responsibilities Serves as the Office of Public Transit's (OPT) primary regional representative and point of contact for assigned public transit providers, Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), Councils of Governments (COGs), local governments, consultants, and other internal and external stakeholders at meetings, board meetings, planning meetings, workshops, conferences, and public outreach events. Provides program management, technical assistance, coordination, for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and state transit programs. Builds collaborative partnerships to facilitate successful planning, development, implementation, and administration of public transportation projects and services while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.
Regional Program Management and Customer Service Engagement - Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned transit agencies, MPOs, COGs, local governments, consultants, and other stakeholders regarding FTA and state transit programs. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships through regular communication, technical assistance, coordination, and problem resolution. Provides program guidance and serves as the OPT's regional representative at meetings, board meetings, planning meetings, workshops, conferences, and public outreach events. Coordinates with internal SCDOT offices to ensure timely and effective customer service.
Transit Planning, Project Development and Program Coordination - Coordinates planning, programming, and implementation of assigned transit programs and projects. Works collaboratively with transit agencies and providers, MPOs, COGs, local governments, consultants, and internal SCDOT offices to advance transit initiatives from planning through implementation. Coordinates the development, review, and maintenance of assigned transit agencies' projects within the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), ensuring project information is accurate, current, and consistent with Transportation Improvement Programs (TIPs), FTA grant applications, project schedules, and applicable federal and state requirements. Reviews project scopes, assists with project development, coordinates project schedules and milestones, facilitates amendments and administrative modifications as necessary, and identifies and resolves issues that may impact project delivery. Represents the OPT on statewide planning initiatives, multidisciplinary project teams, and regional transportation coordination efforts.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree and three (3) years of relevant program experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions includes sitting or standing at a desk for an extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside normal business hours.
Additional Comments Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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