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American Public Transportation Association (APTA) seeks a Program Manager-Standards Development Program to serve as the lead coordinator for its Standards Program.  The individual in this position will maintain standards documents, develop and maintain metrics for the program, update the APTA standards webpage as well as manage and advise a few standards development working groups by coordinating meetings to achieve document production.  Duties also include helping to conduct workshops and conference sessions for the Technical Services & Innovation Department.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and two to four years of project management experience in public transportation or a related field.  Specific expertise with bus or rail programs/operations/safety is desirable.  Must also possess excellent oral and written communication skills and have the ability to work effectively with people and organizations as well as work independently and under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines. Must be able to travel to conferences and meetings as needed.

APTA values the safety of our employees and in support of these values, if you are selected for this job, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or you must request an exemption from the APTA HR Office. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working for APTA.

We offer a convenient Metro location, excellent benefits, and competitive salary.  Please email cover letter and resume to Human Resources at aptajobs@apta.com.  Principals Only

APTA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.