This positioncoordinates the location, relocation and adjustment of public and private utility facilities;investigates and approves utility permit applications and prepares andnegotiates utility reimbursable work agreements so as to facilitate timely completion of the district's highway improvementprograms and utility accommodations on highway rights of way
within the district.
Office/Central Bureau/District/Work Address:
Highways/District One/Bureau of Design/201 West Center Court; Schaumburg,IL
For additional information, please click on the following link.
The Emergency Preparedness Coordinator is responsible for carrying out activities of emergency preparedness. Responsibilities include but not limited to: ensure IPHCA and centers comply with state and federal policies and procedures in regard to emergency preparedness; assist centers to develop emergency management plans and to build emergency response capacities; conducting on-going emergency preparedness trainings, drills, and exercises; and facilitate centers integration into state and local emergency preparedness and response efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Required: Must have a Bachelor degree in public health or related field. An advanced degree is preferred. Two years of administrative experience. The preference will be given to the candidate with experience in emergency and disaster management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Participate in state and local emergency preparedness planning and integrate health centers into the existing preparedness and response systems.
·Communicate with centers about state and federal legislation and policies, as well as emergency preparedness events and activities; and ensure the integration of CHCs into state and local planning and management systems.
·Obtain training and certification to assist centers to conduct a Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA), develop an Emergency Preparedness Plan, and provide on-going training and technical assistance to centers.
·Maintain and update IPHCA’s emergency preparedness webpage to disseminate information, resources, policies and procedures, and notification about upcoming events.
2.Help community health centers prepare for and respond to emergency/disaster situations and build emergency response and management capacities.
·Identify, develop, gather, and disseminate resources, information, supplies, and equipment related to emergency situations.
·Assess emergency preparedness needs in centers to include general emergency preparedness awareness, policies and procedures, facilities, equipment and supplies, training and personnel development, communications, and staffing.
·Work with centers to identify training topics; coordinate and conduct on-going trainings, drills, and exercises on emergency management.
·Provide technical assistance to centers and help identify potential partnership and linkages with other entities and the communities; encourage centers to participate in local, regional, and/or national disaster drills and excises.
·Maintain IPHCA’s Emergency Preparedness Advisory Group and conduct meetings on a regular basis to provide guidance and technical assistance to the initiative.
3.Write articles regarding emergency preparedness in IPHCA newsletter and other IPHCA sponsored venues.
Salary: Commiserate with qualification and experience
Please contact Rajesh Parikh, Vice President, Clinical Services and Workforce Development at rparikh@iphca.org for any questions. Send your resume to Theresa Jones at tjones@cquest.us.
Job Posting Title
IRC5405
Job Title
Analyst, Bus Scheduling
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Department
Planning - Scheduling
Position Summary
SALARY RANGE: $58,000 - $63,000
Produces bus schedules to maximize the use of CTA equipment and manpower resources while minimizing unnecessary costs and adhering to bus operator rules. Produces timely and accurate schedule data and materials for pick process and special schedules. Diagnoses schedule reliability problems related to scheduled running times and recovery times and recommends improvements to schedules.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Develops bus operating schedules (vehicles and crews) for picks, schools service, special events and supplemental schedules according to specifications while monitoring and controlling costs that are impacted by schedule operational efficiency.
Completes crewing and run cutting process using scheduling software program. Applies existing bus operator rules to scheduling process to minimize STO manpower while observing quality-of-life parameters for work schedules of operating personnel.
Produces schedule materials including general bus bid (pick) materials, supervisor guides, run paddles and vehicle pull-out schedule sheets.
Performs quality-control function including proofing of schedules, special service bulletins and pick materials for accuracy.
Analyzes changes in required STO pay hours, manpower and vehicles that are driven by schedule changes, including increasing running times.
Investigates schedule-related internal and external complaints and recommends corrective procedures to running time, recovery time or headway.
Analyzes running time data and work with field personnel to diagnose schedule reliability problems that will minimize scheduled vehicle hours while achieving performance reliability goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Transportation, Geography, Urban Planning, Logistics or similar field of study. Basic knowledge of the methods, techniques, principles and practices of transportation scheduling. Ability to learn how to utilize computerized methods for developing routes and schedules. Ability to make mathematical computations and ability to interpret and apply labor contract provisions as they relate to schedule writing, run cutting and pick procedures.Knowledge of HASTUS scheduling software application preferred. Weekend and early/late-hour work may be required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook.Must have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Location and City
Chicago, IL
Applicants, if hired, must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
IT IS THE POLICY OF THE CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY THAT NO EMPLOYEE OR APPLICANT FOR EMPLOYMENT WILL BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, RELIGION, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, ANCESTRY, AGE, UNFAVORABLE MILITARY DISCHARGE OR DISABILITY, PROVIDED THAT THE INDIVIDUAL WITH THE DISABILITY IS ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WHICH HE/SHE DESIRES TO HOLD WITH REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION BY THE AUTHORITY.
Job Title: Supervisory Transportation Program Specialist GS- 2101- 14 (Open to All US Citizens) DJP
Department: Department Of Transportation
Agency: Federal Transit Administration
Sub Agency: U.S. Department of Transportation
Job Announcement Number: FTA.R5-2011-0011
SALARY RANGE:
$105,956.00 - $137,740.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD:
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 to Monday, September 26, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:
GS-2101-14/14
POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
14
DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: Chicago, IL
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen.
Please note: This position has also been advertised under merit promotion (FRA.R5-2011-0010). All current and former employees eligible for status consideration are encouraged to consider applying to the other announcement.
JOB SUMMARY:
Dedicated to delivering results that matter to the American people, the FTA supports, improves, and promotes effective public Transportation, the Nation's fastest growing mode of travel. Through the administration, management, and oversight of a $10 billion annual grant program, FTA supports the development and construction of subway, light rail, and bus systems to help communities provide travel choices; improve access to jobs and health care; drive economic growth; and protect the environment.
As Supervisory Transportation Program Specialist, you will lead the staff of the regional office with responsibility for providing an early FTA presence and becoming actively involved in the state and local transportation planning and program (grant) development process in the six Great Lakes states. You will also manage and direct all activities in the regional office relating to the development and approval of capital, operating and planning grants. This includes providing detailed review and analysis of grant applications to determine justification and program eligibility and availability of funds. You will be responsible for the preparation of documents recommending approval to the Regional Administrator of capital and planning grants, letters of no prejudice, transportation improvement programs and advance construction authority.
This position is ideal for a senior level professional transportation program specialist who has excellent leadership, communication and analytical skills and is looking for an opportunity to apply project and program management experience as it relates to the transit industry.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be a US Citizen & meet specialized experience
Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
Provide ALL required documents by closing date (see How to Apply Tab)
Position is telework eligible.
Job Announcement also as Merit Promotion: FTA.R5-2011-0010
Job announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 30 days.
Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
Chicago, IL
Manages the regional metropolitan Transportation Improvement Programs (TIP) and State Transportation Improvement Programs (STIP), in coordination with FHWA. Manages and performs planning process certification reviews jointly with FHWA.
Recommends approval of Unified Planning Work Programs (UPWPs). Reviews air quality conformity analyses developed by Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO), coordinating with FHWA and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as necessary, and makes recommendations to the Regional Administrator on air quality conformity findings.
Assists grantees in the development of environmental documentation, reviews those documents for compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and FTA program requirements.
Represents FTA through oral and written communications in meetings at Regional and Headquarters levels and in the field with state and local officials, representatives of public and privately owned carriers, and various public and private groups concerned with transit matters. Assists in the preparation briefing papers, statistical reports and policy papers on a broad range of regional office and grantee activities and in support of policy and procedural decisions for use by the Regional Administrator and/or headquarters.
Manages FTA's Office of Planning and Program Development Office. Supervises diverse staff including administrative, technical and professional levels. Mentors employees and assists in individual development plan implementation. Creates a culture that encourages others to meet the organization's mission.
Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.
LEVEL
To qualify, your experience should include at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the following:
GRADE 14
Experience working in the capacity of a transportation program specialist/analyst, Manager, or Team Leader in areas related to planning, environmental, project management, and/or grant programs related to public transportation.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD REQUIREMENT: You must be able to obtain and retain a Government contractor-issued travel card to be used for official business as a condition of employment. If unable to obtain and/or retain a card, you may be subject to removal. Those who fail to meet this condition of employment will have our offer of employment rescinded.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD REQUIREMENT: New supervisors must complete a 1-year probationary period.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
DEU REQUIREMENT: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
BASIS FOR RATING: Your application will be reviewed and rated on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position. If your resume does not support the specialized experience or if your application does not support your answers to the Vacancy Specific Questions, your final rating may be modified and/or you may be disqualified from consideration.
If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of four categories: Platinum, Gold, Silver or Bronze. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference that have provided supporting documents will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Benefits include health and life insurance, annual and sick leave, and retirement benefits. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal Employees here.
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET) at (202) 366-1298. You may also email us at Transjobs@dot.gov.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be provided by the close date:
RESUME - showing relevant experience and education
COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE
VETERANS: In order to be considered as a preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 need not be official but must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. If you are claiming 10-point preference eligibility, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability.
SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY DOCUMENTS - If requesting concurrent consideration for Non-competitive(NC) appointment eligibility (e.g. military spouse or persons with disabilities), you must provide appropriate supporting documentation such as PCS orders describing move & marriage certificate; letter from VA or DD214 describing 100% disability of spouse; letter from State Vocational Office certifying , etc. For more information, visit military spouse NC appointments or Persons with Disabilities NC appointments. Documents are only required if requesting non-competitive consideration.
DISPLACED EMPLOYEE PLACEMENT DOCUMENTS - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP/ICTAP. You must submit ALL of the FOLLOWING: your most recent performance appraisal, the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency and your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade. To receive priority consideration, you MUST be deemed well qualified for this vacancy (falling in the Gold Category)
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in disqualification.
Agency Information: U.S. Department of Transportation Submit Application and Documents Online 1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50 Washington, DC 20590 Fax: 571-258-4052
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). Within two weeks of the closing date, your application will be reviewed and rated. The most highly qualified candidates in the top group will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
