Rail Safety Programs Coordinator

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Operations & Policy Analyst 2 – Rail Safety Programs Coordinator
Oregon Department of Transportation
Commerce and Compliance Division  
Rail Safety & Regulatory Programs Branch
Salem

The role: 
Join our rail safety team in the Commerce and Compliance Division where you will support the Rail Crossing and State Safety Oversight (SSO) programs in a regulatory and safety-focused environment. You will evaluate the programs and develop priorities and strategies for improved effectiveness, identify and solve operational problems, participate in legislative tracking, recommend policy and rule changes and partner with railroads, rail transit agencies, federal partners, local governments and other ODOT staff. If you enjoy interpreting regulations, analyzing complex information, managing multiple priorities and have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external partners, apply for this exciting opportunity today!

Each employee of the Oregon Department of Transportation in the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) must be aware of, and adhere to, OAR 740-020-0010 and ORS 823.007. Failure to follow applicable administrative rules and statutes may impact employment. Not sure what this means? Visit the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) laws and rules website or contact the recruiter listed below for more information. 
 

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
 

A day in the life:

• Coordinate and support Rail Crossing and SSO programs, including program activities, projects and regulatory requirements.

• Research, analyze and interpret federal and state laws, rules, regulations and guidance related to rail crossings, rail transit safety and railroad operations.

• Coordinate with railroads, rail transit agencies, FRA, FTA, local governments and other entities regarding safety, compliance and program requirements.

• Assist with Rail Crossing and SSO inspection activities, audits, investigations and compliance activities, including tracking findings, corrective actions and required follow-up.

• Analyze program data and safety information to identify trends, risks, deficiencies and opportunities for improved rail safety.

• Develop and maintain program policies, procedures, guidance, reports correspondence and other technical and administrative materials.

• Coordinate projects and program initiatives involving internal and external partners. Manage timelines, deliverables, documentation and status reports.

• Prepare management briefings, recommendations, presentations and other reports on all Rail Crossing and SSO program activities and emerging safety or compliance issues.

• Assist with administration and oversight of Rail Crossing and SSO programs, ensuring activities are consistent with applicable federal requirements and align with ODOT policy and procedure.

• Recommend strategies to improve process operations and assist with implementing changes or new policies.

• Serve as program resource and liaison for Rail Crossing and SSO program matters by providing clear and professional communication to internal staff, regulated entities, partner agencies and the public.

• Work is primarily performed in a typical office environment and includes frequent contact with the general public. This position is eligible for hybrid work 1 day per week.

• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [email protected].
   

What’s in it for you:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.

• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. 

• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
   

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Minimum qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification specific to safety and compliance.
 

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A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, finance, political science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work specific to safety and compliance.
 

What we’d like to see:

If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience and education to help us decide who will move forward.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex information, identify issues and develop practical solutions.

• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, policies and federal requirements.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external partners.

• Strong time management skills including the ability to track details and coordinate complex projects.

• Sound judgement and ability to handle sensitive or safety-related matters professionally.
   

How to apply:

• Complete the following required steps:

  • Fill out the application or attach a resume. Please contact the recruiter under the ‘Need help?’ section if you have any questions about how to fill out the experience fields or to attach a document. Your submitted experience fields or attached resume must include dates (MM/YYYY) for each employer.

  • Attach a cover letter. Your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relates to the qualities that you have under the “what we’d like to see” section above.

    • Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages.

    • Please address your cover letter to Ruth Price, Rail Safety Programs Manager.

    • Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the “what we’d like to see” section may receive lower scores than those that addressed the desired qualities.

    • You must upload your cover letter in the ‘Resume/Cover Letter’ section of the application.

  • Complete questionnaire. Answer the checkbox-style questions before submitting your application.

• After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.

• If you are a veteran or Oregon National Guard servicemember, you may receive preference. The task to upload your documents will be available after you submit your application. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your military service document(s) to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments.

Need help?

• For questions, call 503-931-1206 or email [email protected].
   

Additional information:

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension].

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.

• We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.

• We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.

• You will be represented by the Association of Engineering Employees of Oregon (AEE).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

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