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The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) seeks an individual who jointly supports the Sr. Director of Bus Operations & New Vehicle Technologies and/or the Sr. Director of Rail Transit & Commuter Rail and performs work related to public transit consistent with APTA objectives and APTA members’ requirements for both bus and rail modes. For our members, we lead initiatives to support their bus and rail operations and prepare/update standards for our industry. The individual in this position is responsible for a broad range of committee and standards development facilitation and administration, support of APTA workshops, confer­ences and peer reviews, and other project support as assigned.

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 transit programs or operations is desirable.  Must also possess excellent oral and written communication skills, have to 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.