Travel Reduction Programs & Grant Manager

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

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Travel Reduction Programs & Grant Manager

Job Location:

Human Resources Division (HRD)

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, on a hybrid basis, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures (Approximately one day a week in office attendance will be required)

Main Office Location: 100 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 (DOE)

Grade: 24

Open Until Business Needs Are Met (first review of resumes 11/9/2026)

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Human Resources Division (HRD), is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented professional to serve as the Travel Reduction Programs and Grant Manager. Operating as a regulatory compliance officer under Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 49-588 and Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-1-801 through R2-1-805, this role leads the State’s travel reduction and transportation demand management (TDM) initiatives designed to reduce single-occupancy vehicle commutes among state employees.

In this multifaceted role, the Program Manager oversees statutorily required travel reduction programs, including the state employee transit card program, while coordinating and administering the crucial annual travel reduction survey used to measure program success. The position is responsible for rigorous operational and fiscal oversight, encompassing timely submission of multi-agency compliance reports, monthly grant reporting to the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), comprehensive program budget tracking, annual audit preparation, and the management of interagency service agreements (ISAs), grant contracts, and vendor partnerships.

Beyond compliance and contract administration, the Program Manager provides dedicated front-line customer support to participating state personnel and actively trains, guides, and engages agency travel reduction coordinators statewide. This position also drives all strategic program outreach and communications, which includes administering the CapitolRideshare.az.gov and RemoteWork.az.gov websites, authoring and distributing the bimonthly Rideshare Review newsletter, and executing commuter promotions through the RideAmigos TDM platform to champion sustainable workplace practices across state government.

Job Duties:

Program Administration & Outreach : Plan, implement, and promote Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs, including transit card management, carpooling, vanpooling, Commuter Club incentives, and remote work initiatives; maintain program websites and produce regular newsletters to engage participants.

Grants & Budget Management: Oversee the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) grant, ensuring compliance with monthly and semiannual reporting requirements, and author annual grant amendment packages including updated schedules, scopes of work, and program budgets.

Customer Service & Coordinator Support: Deliver responsive front-line customer assistance via telephone and email to state employees; develop training materials and provide continuous operational guidance to Travel Reduction Program coordinators across various state agencies.

Compliance, Auditing & Continuous Improvement: Support the review, development, and maintenance of policies and standard operating procedures using Arizona Management System (AMS) continuous improvement principles; conduct compliance audits on statewide policies (such as the Remote Work Agreement) and track agency corrective action plans to resolve identified deficiencies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Professional Development: Represent ADOA HRD in regional transportation committees and partner meetings; participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain expertise in modern TDM strategies and compliance standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Grants management, including budgeting and reporting

Contract and procurement management

Vendor management

Budgeting

Program auditing and subrecipient monitoring processes

HR/Audit process best practices

State and federal HR laws, policies, regulations, SPS Rules

Skills in:

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Drupal 9 (website administration via D9 CMS)

Adobe Suite (Adobe Express, Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat Professional)

Database management

Skilled in oral and written communications

Ability to:

Advanced written and oral communication skills

Advanced understanding of legislation, rules and regulatory compliance

Project management

Program budgeting

Work independently and in a team environment

Work with limited supervision

Manage time to meet objectives

Selective Preference(s):

Education: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Grant & Fiscal Experience: 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience managing state or federal grants, with demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial tracking, fiscal compliance, and/or auditing.

Program Knowledge: Direct professional experience working with Travel Reduction Programs (TRP), Transportation Demand Management (TDM) initiatives, regional transit planning, or environmental sustainability programs.

Government Collaboration: Background working within or closely collaborating with state agencies, regional councils of governments (COGs), or metropolitan planning organizations.

Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated familiarity with grant management software and data platforms used to collect, analyze, and report on commuter travel surveys.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background and reference check, including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement :

Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.