General Engineer (Safety) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

General Engineer (Safety) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Department: Department of Transportation

Location(s): Los Angeles, California, San Francisco, California, Denver, Colorado, Washington, District of Columbia, Atlanta, Georgia, Chicago, Illinois, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kansas City, Missouri, New York, New York, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Fort Worth, Texas, Seattle, Washington

Salary Range: $107103 - $195200 Per Year

Job Summary: This position serves as a liaison between FTA Headquarters and the Regional Office (TRO) performing a myriad of safety, oversight and compliance activities to advance FTA’s safety mission. The position may work with recipients, Regional and HQ staff on safety and enforcement concerns discovered in the program areas. This position coordinates with stakeholders to provide information for safety compliance in program areas during technical compliance reviews, and for related safety activities.

Major Duties:

• This position is geographically located in a single FTA Regional Office but may be responsible for carrying out job responsibilities for multiple regions, as stated below: Serves as the liaison between Regional Offices and TSO Headquarters as a part of the Safety Management Process by providing advice in identifying, reviewing, and escalating safety issues. Provides communication and liaison support between Regional Offices and TSO. Supports recipients and the region in safety grant applications, project implementation, inspection, oversight, and coordination activities. The ideal candidate for this position is a motivated, experienced, and self-reliant professional with exceptional communication skills and analytical abilities, as well as a customer service mindset. This candidate will also be able to travel 25% to 30% for the position.

Qualifications: To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or specialized experience requirements for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the GS-13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include: Experience utilizing analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct analytical studies and/or projects relating to transit safety-oriented programs. Experience interpreting, drafting, reviewing, and editing guidance or regulations. Experience communicating information to internal and external stakeholders. To qualify for the GS-14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include: Experience utilizing, managing, and reporting analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct analytical studies and/or projects relating to transit safety-oriented programs. Experience interpreting, drafting, reviewing, and editing guidance or regulations across the agency. Experience overseeing and leading work, summarizing and reporting team progress and project status, and providing mentorship to other team members and staff. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Safety Technical Analysis: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to identify, control, mitigate, and eliminate safety hazards in the design and use of facilities, equipment, operations, and work processes; Knowledge of the principles of safety, environmental issues, and accident prevention program administration. Transit Safety and Compliance: Knowledge of rail transit operations, maintenance, and safety; knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal safety laws and regulations governing facilities, bus and rail operations as well as construction projects. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated skill and ability to communicate orally and in writing on technical and non-technical subject matter with state and local officials, agency and DOT officials and to assist in making presentations to groups. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/frequently-asked-questions/employment-faq/federal-hiring/how-do-i-apply-for-federal-jobs/ All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

How to Apply: You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting. Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire. You may review your saved application(s) at https://help.usajobs.gov/ If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at: Transjobs@dot.gov

Application Deadline: 2026-01-08