JOB TITLE:

Tribal Transportation Program Manager

DEPARTMENT:

Administration

SUPERVISOR:

Tribal Administrator

SALARY:

Based on experience

JOB SUMMARY:

Summary: A Tribal Transportation Program Manager is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining safe, efficient road networks on tribal lands. Responsibilities include managing federal funds, submitting Transportation Improvement Programs (TIP), addressing transportation needs for infrastructure, and conducting technical studies. This role also includes utilization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping, data management, and infrastructure planning, as well as interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents to support project execution. The position focuses on enhancing mobility, supporting economic development, and promoting community safety. It requires the ability to conduct field inspections and assist in the planning and development of transportation, infrastructure, and housing-related projects. This position requires an individual who can work independently with minimal supervision to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient workflow in accordance with applicable federal/state regulations and Tribal administrative policies. Due to the nature of program functions, this position requires close cooperation and coordination with a variety of contacts including, but not limited to, Tribal personnel, Tribal officials, federal/state agencies, contractors, engineers, testing personnel, professional associations, and the general public.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Planning & Development: Create and update Long-Range Transportation Plans (LRTP) and Tribal Transportation Improvement Programs (TTIP). Assist in the planning and development of transportation, infrastructure, and housing-related projects, with an emphasis on road systems and supporting infrastructure.
  • Project Management: Oversee construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of roads, bridges, and trails, ensuring compliance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and BIA standards. Develop, edit and advertise all bid and contract documents for construction and maintenance projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience working with Tribal governments, federal grant programs, or public-sector funding preferred. • Ability to read, apply, and analyze, large amounts of data via the application of statistical, and financial software. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make value-added recommendations through the use of Excel and PowerPoint. • Verifiable experience in budgeting, managing processes, developing standards. • Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents is required
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Transportation Planning, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field is required.
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience within a Tribal or State Transportation Program, combined with relevant professional licensure or certifications (e.g., EIT, PE, CCM, or equivalent), may be considered. •

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Preference given to candidates with GIS experience, familiarity with federally funded projects and applicable FHWA/BIA requirements, relevant certifications (e.g., EIT, PE, CCM, GIS), and experience conducting inspections, project oversight, and coordination with contractors and engineers.
  • Must possess valid driver’s license, good driving record, and be insurable by the Tribe’s insurance carrier. • Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

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