Transit Program Manager I

Salary: $68,250.00 - $119,500.00 Annually Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 184903 Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters Opening Date: 02/06/2026 Closing Date: 3/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: AH45 Position Number:: 61032868 Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN11 Hiring Range - Min.: $68,250.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $119,500.00 Opening Date: 02/06/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 737-1321. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Manages the day-to-day activities for assigned agencies within the Office of Public Transit (OPT). Manages the compliance, budget and guidance of assigned programs. Responsible for the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the OPT. Serves as the subject matter expert. Manages the transit planning activities for assigned areas. Serves as the Transit Planner and liaison to assigned agencies and maintains effective and productive working relationships with local officials and staff. Represents the Office of Public Transit at internal and external meetings to communicate and acquire key information. Attends public transit meetings within assigned program areas and prepares presentations when necessary. Manages the application for and disbursement of transit funding for assigned programs while ensuring compliance with relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Manages the execution of assigned transit sub-recipient agreements and develops and implements compliance policies and reporting processes to ensure the effective and efficient use of federal and state funds. Develops, implements and manages SCDOT's procedures for identifying sub-recipients. Regularly reviews the sub-recipient procedures, processes, and applicable documentation, and recommends changes to Director of lntermodal & Freight. Manages and monitors compliance requirements as identified for assigned agencies to include three-year compliance reviews, annual sub-recipient reviews and other internal SCDOT audits to ensure compliance with federal and state programs. Provides oversight to a team that is responsible for managing contracts, vehicle and facility assets and program compliance. Reviews and interprets assigned program regulations and guidance and ensures staff members are adequately trained and are adhering to program regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned. 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 The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Benefits for State Employees The 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 Benefits Eligible 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 Benefits State 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 Benefits State 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. 01 Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection. Yes No 02 Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection. Yes No 03 Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed. 04 What class driver's license do you possess? Class A (CDL) Class B (CDL) SC Class C SC Class D Other State Driver's License None 05 How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply. Job/Career Fair Referred by current SCDOT employee SCDOT presentation Sign or billboard Bumper sticker/magnetic sign Facebook or Twitter post Internship Newspaper Ad Radio Ad Television Ad Trade Journal Referred from Vocational Rehab Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce Jobs.SC.Gov webpage Other 06 If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation. 07 If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name? 08 I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement. Yes No 09 My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04