Manager, Finance and Administration

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States International Executive Service Corps Full time

About Houston-Galveston Area Council

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than7million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

What will I bedoing?

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Joining a team of motivated professionals at the 5th largest Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) in the country seeking to improve quality of life for more than 7.2 million people

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Overseeing a multidisciplinary team responsible for contract, grant development and administration, budgeting, procurement, invoicing, and reporting for transportation programs

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Coordinating development of bi-annual Unified Planning Work Program of approximately $40 million and annual MPO budget of approximately $20 million

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Being responsible for the day-to-day management of a diverse group of professional staff, ensuring compliance with all regulations, program goals, and performance metrics

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Tracking federal transportation program funding opportunities, including discretionary grants related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and helping communities throughout the region secure funding for key priorities

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Managing administrative staff for the MPO, including overseeing support for Transportation Policy Council and advisory committee meetings, administrative support for management, and department expenses

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Demonstrating a high level of leadership and competency, including team building, proactive engagement, and project management/execution

KeyQualifications

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Substantial work experience with a public or private planning agency or other similar organization, with job responsibilities including contract and grant administration (Management experience and experience with Metropolitan Planning Organizations preferred)

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Solid communication skills, both orally and in writing, along with high-level program management skills

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Experience managing and leading diverse teams

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Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate and work effectively with others in a team atmosphere

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Knowledge and experience with Federal and state transportation grant management (direct experience with 2 CFR 200 preferred)

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Knowledge of public agency administration, including budget development, contract management and administration, and accounting practices

Do you have…

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Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline orrelatedfield of study

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5years of experienceworking with local government, nonprofit programs, or in similar job-related duties

Preferred Qualifications

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Master’s degree in an applicable ademic discipline (Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting)

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7+ years of experience working with MPOs, transportation agencies, or local or regional government

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Professional certifications or licenses such as CPA, CBA, AICP, etc.

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