Alternative Transportation Programs Manager

Alternative Transportation Programs Manager

Sustainability Initiatives

Georgia State University

Working with partners across campus and beyond, Sustainability Initiatives serves as a hub to create and communicate innovative solutions to our most pressing global challenges. We act as the catalyst for creating a culture of sustainability at Georgia State through enhancing living-learning laboratory opportunities on campus, exploring techniques to lower our resource use and costs, and empowering our students to become global leaders in sustainability.

The Department of Sustainability Initiatives at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Alternative Transportation Programs Manager.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department's alternative transportation and micro-mobility programs and is the catalyst behind creating a car-lite culture for campus faculty, staff, and students. Responsible for creating initiatives and proposing infrastructure that will make biking, walking, riding transit, and other forms of micro-mobility an effective and viable option to single occupancy vehicles for commuting to and from campus; and increasing communication and outreach within the campus community, encouraging climate-friendly options for campus commuters. Also responsible for overseeing the creation of a Transportation Demand Management Plan for the university and for guiding implementation of adopted initiatives from the TDM plan.

The ideal candidate will have technical skills and existing knowledge related to alternative transportation, combined with interpersonal skills allowing them to engage effectively across the entire university community (students, staff, faculty, and upper administration). They will be a strong writer and communicator. They must be able to work independently and in collaboration with multiple stakeholders within and outside of the university. The role will be a joint appointment between Parking & Transportation and Sustainability.

This position will interact on a regular basis with: Division senior administrators, Facilities, police, faculty, staff, students, visitors, vendors. This position will typically advise and counsel: Division administrators, Facilities, police, faculty, staff, students, visitors, vendors, consultants, contractors. Frequent interactions with external agencies, the City of Atlanta, and other transportation/ Transportation Demand Management providers in the region.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Support the Sustainability Director, Parking & Transportation team, Facilities, Police and other campus stakeholders with developing and implementing strategic short- and long-term transportation plans for the campus; support strategic planning for campus Transportation Demand Management through conducting surveys, data collection, analysis, and program performance evaluation.
• Serve as primary liaison to coordinate monthly transit pass program and lead coordination with regional transit agencies and alternative transportation providers to implement commute solutions that promote and improve non-single occupancy vehicle modes, such as public transit, micromobility, ridesharing, and biking; provide oversight on Georgia Commute Options partnership and report out on monthly utilization metrics.
• Coordinate with the Communications team to develop and manage promotional content, including web updates, articles, and newsletters, to advance alternative transportation initiatives. Lead presentations, organize and participate in campus events to increase awareness and engagement.
• Collaborate with Policy Steering Committee to create, analyze, and modify TDM policies. Ensure compliance with governmental transportation regulations and policies.
• Manage micro-mobility initiatives; conduct regular oversight of micro-mobility infrastructure, including racks, striping, signage, and fix-it stations, to identify and recommend improvements; oversee front end operations of EV charging stations; research transportation grant opportunities, prepare applications, and manage compliance reporting; Oversee special projects assigned by senior leadership.
• Support annual PantherExpress service analysis to evaluate schedules, routes, and stop/zone efficiency. Assist with route design, schedule development, and report preparation on the performance and usage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Master's of Urban and Regional Planning
• AICP Certification
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience working across diverse stakeholder groups, representing a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with little or no interest or experience in sustainability topics
• Experience with GIS

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.