Multimodal Operations Specialist (Aviation - Planning)

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: 105 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City MO

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $54,953.76, and a senior starting salary of $59,350.08.

Why you’ll love this position:

The multimodal operations specialist performs routine entry-level activities in areas related to waterways, aviation, transit, and railroad program administration, including the administration of state and federal funding for operational and capital expenditures to entities that provide transportation services. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Reviews and coordinates airport layout plans, airspace obstruction studies, environmental documentation, and land acquisition for the state aviation program.
• Conducts on-site airport safety inspections and acts as a subject matter expert to assist airports in conforming to Federal Aviation Administration standards.
• Reviews grant applications for completeness, accuracy, plan compliance, methodology, and feasibility; solicits grant applications.
• Assists in the development of procedures, standards, and criteria to establish eligibility for multimodal operations and transportation programs; provides technical assistance to plan, implement, and operate programs and related systems.
• Communicates with consultants and airport sponsors to provide guidance on requirements and procedures for multimodal projects and development of capital improvement plans at airports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Planning, Public Administration, or related field, OR
• Four years of experience in positions relating to multimodal transportation, federal or state grant program management, public or transportation administration, transportation planning, accounting, or financial analysis.

Special Working Conditions:

• Substitution of experience for the education requirement will be considered.
• Substitution of education for the experience requirement will be considered.
• Waiver of minimum requirements may be considered.
• Job requires regular, statewide, overnight travel.
• Positions requiring airport inspection may be considered physically demanding due to lifting and carrying requirements.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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