Project Specialist II - Rail Station Management

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience in an administrative position that includes project management, budget management, report preparation, and/or data analysis functions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of business analysis standards and processes.

• Working knowledge of project management methodologies.

• Working knowledge of administrative management policies and procedures.

• General knowledge of transit operations.

• General knowledge of the principles and practices in budget management.

• General knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations.

• Advanced computer and analytical skills.

• Advanced MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access) skills.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Good project management and analytical and decision making abilities.

• Good organizational skills

• Ability to work with sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality.

• Ability to report findings in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability to prepare detailed analytical reports.

• Ability to verify accuracy and completeness of forms and databases.

• Ability to present information and report updates effectively.

• Ability to gather and analyze information.

• Ability to work independently without supervision.

• Ability to maintain confidential files, records, and reports.

• Ability to work to collaborate and work in a team environment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and to balance competing priorities and deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

• Standard office equipment.

• Personal computer and related software.

Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

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