South West Transit Association
Program Coordinator I (DOT/GO/MODAL #19267)
By
Amanda Webb
6/24/2025
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Location: Santa Fe
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is committed to providing a safe, efficient, accessible, and environmentally responsible transportation network for the state¿s residents and visitors. Within NMDOT, the Transit and Rail Division supports and promotes public transportation and passenger rail systems across New Mexico.
The division works closely with regional transit providers, local governments, and federal partners to plan, fund, and oversee programs that enhance mobility, reduce congestion, and improve quality of life. Through its work, the division ensures the effective delivery and oversight of multimodal transportation services that connect communities and support sustainable development statewide.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is committed to providing a safe, efficient, accessible, and environmentally responsible transportation network for the state¿s residents and visitors. Within NMDOT, the Transit and Rail Division supports and promotes public transportation and passenger rail systems across New Mexico.
The division works closely with regional transit providers, local governments, and federal partners to plan, fund, and oversee programs that enhance mobility, reduce congestion, and improve quality of life. Through its work, the division ensures the effective delivery and oversight of multimodal transportation services that connect communities and support sustainable development statewide.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
Why does the job exist?
This position exists to ensure the effective administration and oversight of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding awarded to the State of New Mexico.
The Program Coordinator plays a critical role in managing the distribution of these funds to eligible sub recipients across the state, with the goal of supporting accessible, reliable public transportation in rural communities and enhancing mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
This position helps ensure compliance with federal requirements, promotes equitable transportation access, and supports the overall mission of the Transit Division to improve mobility for all New Mexicans.
The Program Coordinator plays a critical role in managing the distribution of these funds to eligible sub recipients across the state, with the goal of supporting accessible, reliable public transportation in rural communities and enhancing mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
This position helps ensure compliance with federal requirements, promotes equitable transportation access, and supports the overall mission of the Transit Division to improve mobility for all New Mexicans.
How does it get done?
The Program Coordinator ensures the effective administration and compliance of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant programs through a variety of key responsibilities, including:
-Policy & Compliance Oversight: Develops, reviews, and implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by subject area to ensure alignment with the State Management Plan and adherence to federal grant requirements.
-Technical Assistance & Support: Provides guidance and technical support to subrecipients on program requirements, including compliance with federal regulations related to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), procurements, and eligible expenses.
-Grant Management & Review: Reviews funding applications, budget submissions, and reimbursement requests to ensure financial eligibility and regulatory compliance.
-Data Collection & Reporting: Collects, compiles, and analyzes monthly and annual operating data¿including ridership, revenue, and service miles¿to monitor performance and support data-driven decision-making.
-Training & Stakeholder Engagement: Conducts training on the annual application process and serves as a liaison to sub recipients, Regional Transportation Planning Organizations (RTPOs), and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) throughout the grant cycle.
-Performance Evaluation & Funding Recommendations: Calculates and analyzes program performance metrics to inform funding level recommendations for local transit programs.
-Grant Support & Monitoring: Assists local programs in preparing competitive grant applications and coordinates regular site reviews. Works collaboratively with sub recipients to address and resolve compliance deficiencies.
-Ongoing Communication & Oversight: Facilitates monthly meetings with local programs to review new or updated guidance, track reporting and application deadlines, and address ongoing grant administration needs.
These responsibilities support the Transit Division¿s mission to deliver safe, efficient, and accessible transportation options across rural New Mexico, especially for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
-Policy & Compliance Oversight: Develops, reviews, and implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by subject area to ensure alignment with the State Management Plan and adherence to federal grant requirements.
-Technical Assistance & Support: Provides guidance and technical support to subrecipients on program requirements, including compliance with federal regulations related to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), procurements, and eligible expenses.
-Grant Management & Review: Reviews funding applications, budget submissions, and reimbursement requests to ensure financial eligibility and regulatory compliance.
-Data Collection & Reporting: Collects, compiles, and analyzes monthly and annual operating data¿including ridership, revenue, and service miles¿to monitor performance and support data-driven decision-making.
-Training & Stakeholder Engagement: Conducts training on the annual application process and serves as a liaison to sub recipients, Regional Transportation Planning Organizations (RTPOs), and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) throughout the grant cycle.
-Performance Evaluation & Funding Recommendations: Calculates and analyzes program performance metrics to inform funding level recommendations for local transit programs.
-Grant Support & Monitoring: Assists local programs in preparing competitive grant applications and coordinates regular site reviews. Works collaboratively with sub recipients to address and resolve compliance deficiencies.
-Ongoing Communication & Oversight: Facilitates monthly meetings with local programs to review new or updated guidance, track reporting and application deadlines, and address ongoing grant administration needs.
These responsibilities support the Transit Division¿s mission to deliver safe, efficient, and accessible transportation options across rural New Mexico, especially for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Who are the customers?
This position ultimately serves the people of New Mexico¿particularly those in rural areas, seniors, and individuals with disabilities¿by helping ensure the availability of accessible, reliable public transportation.
Direct customers also include:
-Local transit agencies and project managers, who depend on guidance, oversight, and technical support to successfully manage federally funded transit programs.
-Federal Transit Administration (FTA) staff, who rely on accurate reporting and compliance with federal grant requirements.
-Regional and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (RTPOs and MPOs), who coordinate transportation planning at the regional level.
-Elected officials and state leadership, who require accurate data, funding insights, and program updates to inform decision-making and policy development.
By supporting these stakeholders, the Program Coordinator plays a vital role in strengthening New Mexico¿s public transportation network and advancing equitable mobility statewide.
Direct customers also include:
-Local transit agencies and project managers, who depend on guidance, oversight, and technical support to successfully manage federally funded transit programs.
-Federal Transit Administration (FTA) staff, who rely on accurate reporting and compliance with federal grant requirements.
-Regional and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (RTPOs and MPOs), who coordinate transportation planning at the regional level.
-Elected officials and state leadership, who require accurate data, funding insights, and program updates to inform decision-making and policy development.
By supporting these stakeholders, the Program Coordinator plays a vital role in strengthening New Mexico¿s public transportation network and advancing equitable mobility statewide.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have preferred experience/education in the following areas:
Combination of relevant experience, technical expertise, and communication skills to successfully manage and support FTA-funded transit programs.
Experience with FTA Programs: Demonstrated experience in the administration and oversight of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding, particularly for rural public transportation and programs serving seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Communication & Training Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex regulations, processes, and requirements to stakeholders with varying levels of familiarity with FTA programs.
Experience providing training or technical assistance is highly valued.
Analytical & Evaluation Skills: Proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support funding evaluations and program performance assessments.
Budgeting & Financial Analysis: Experience reviewing reimbursement requests, budget proposals, and financial reports to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility.
Technical Proficiency: Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data management, documentation, and presentations.
Combination of relevant experience, technical expertise, and communication skills to successfully manage and support FTA-funded transit programs.
Experience with FTA Programs: Demonstrated experience in the administration and oversight of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding, particularly for rural public transportation and programs serving seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Communication & Training Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex regulations, processes, and requirements to stakeholders with varying levels of familiarity with FTA programs.
Experience providing training or technical assistance is highly valued.
Analytical & Evaluation Skills: Proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support funding evaluations and program performance assessments.
Budgeting & Financial Analysis: Experience reviewing reimbursement requests, budget proposals, and financial reports to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility.
Technical Proficiency: Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data management, documentation, and presentations.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of experience program administration or project management in areas related to the purpose of the position. Any combination of education and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
| Education | Experience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | High School Diploma or Equivalent | AND | 7 years of experience |
| 2 | Associate's degree | AND | 5 years of experience |
| 3 | Bachelor's degree | AND | 3 years of experience |
| 4 | Master's degree | AND | 1 year of experience |
| 5 | PhD degree | AND | 0 years of experience |
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is usually performed in an office setting, with extensive exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computer, tablet, printer, calculator, cellphone, copy machine, scanner, keyboard, and telephone usage. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting and conducting virtual or in-person communications. Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, and conferences. The role may also involve managing multiple tasks and deadlines, requiring attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic work setting.
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Salary : $26.33 - $42.12 Hourly $54,760 - $87,616 Annually This position is a Pay Band 70
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