Program Manager - Direct Hire

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing assigned program(s) and providing advisory services and direction to FHWA employees, partners, and customers.

As a Program Manager, you will:

• Serve as a primary point of contact and authority on one or more programs for internal employees and external partners.
• Serve as an advisor to management and executive leadership on developing and implementing strategic plans in support of achieving the program objectives.
• Administer, implement, liaison, and coordinate the assigned program(s) in accordance with the delegations of authority and regulations.
• Develop procedures, implement program responsibilities, and monitor the program(s).
• Develop detailed plans to improve efficient operations, implement plans and initiatives to achieve mission and policy objectives, and assess program accomplishments.

The ideal candidate for this position is a professional with Transportation Program Management experience that works independently and also demonstrates leadership in team environments.

To determine which grade(s) you may be eligible for, review the following grade specific details.  You will be asked a few questions as part of your application but make sure to verify how you meet this experience in your resume or you may be deemed ineligible.  

For the GS-11: You qualify for this grade level if you meet one of the following experience and/or education requirements.

On Experience, you must have at least one year of experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, which included:

• Experience reviewing and preparing documents related to program management/the evaluation of programs or policies.

Or on Education, you must have 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

You can also have a combination of graduate education and experience.  This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application.

For the GS-12: You qualify for this grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which included:

• Experience interpreting program management principles and practices relating to transportation programs (transportation planning, design, construction, safety, environment, finance, etc.).

For the GS-13:You qualify for this grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level, which included: 

• Experience applying program management principles and practices relating to transportation programs (transportation planning, design, construction, safety, environment, finance, etc.).

For the GS-14:You qualify for this grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which included: 

•  Experience developing and applying program management principles and practices relating to transportation programs (transportation planning, design, construction, safety, environment, finance, etc.).

For the GS-15:You qualify for this grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level, which included: 

• Experience developing and applying program management principles and practices relating to transportation programs (transportation planning, design, construction, safety, environment, finance, etc.); AND
• Experience developing and implementing strategic or performance plans.

You cannot qualify on education at grades GS-12 and above, you must meet the specialized experience for each grade, which is cited above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
2. Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience

Students enrolled in a qualifying degree program can apply to the GS-11 if the anticipated graduation date is within six months of closing date of the announcement. Graduation transcript must be received before start date. Other applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.