Urban Mobility Office Business Operations Manager

$82,812 - $82,812/Yr

United States Department of Transportation - Portland, OR

Full-time - Manager

Hybrid - Portland, OR

Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

The Urban Mobility Office is seeking a Business Operations Manager to oversee project controls and budget management for its multi-billion dollar Urban Mobility Strategy. This leadership role involves directing a team, establishing business standards, and ensuring effective management of the office's budget and operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, monitor, and administer project controls for the Urban Mobility Strategy and office budget.
• Lead a team of executive support specialists and project controls staff.
• Establish business standards and practices for all programs within the office.
• Direct budget planning efforts and monitor budget expenditures.
• Provide strategic planning and oversight of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
• Manage the Contracts and Agreements Unit and oversee contract administration processes.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audits.
• Oversee public records requests and advise on records management.

Requirements

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Extensive effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing, managing, and estimating budgets of business operations programs.
• Experience in researching properties and administering lease agreements.
• Skill in providing reports/dashboards that monitor project/program financial performance.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid holidays