Transportation Programs Specialist (Internal Public Works applicants only)

Transportation Programs Specialist (Internal Public Works applicants only)

Salary

$70,158.95 - $111,224.12 Annually

Location

Medina, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26TRNS607FM165

Department

Transportation Project Delivery

Division

Trans Administration

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

Hennepin County Public Works Transportation Project Delivery (TPD) department is seeking a Transportation Programs Specialist to coordinate the development of Board Action Requests (BARs) and facilitate the process for coordinating procurement requisitions and vendor documentation reflecting all terms negotiated with consultants and outside agencies consistent with county purchasing rules. The TPD department plans, programs, designs and oversees the construction of a safe, and effective transportation system throughout the county.

Location and hours:

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site either at the Hennepin County Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, or the 625 building at 625 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55487, in downtown Minneapolis, and remote as job duties require. There is no public transportation to the Public Works facility in Medina. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with some flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About the position type:

This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of the Hennepin County Public Works department to be eligible for this position. Note: Limited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as an Administrative Assistant, Senior.

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In this position, you will:

• Draft clear and concise Board Action Requests (BARs) for transportation projects. Manage department BARs and organize and maintain data collected from project managers, stakeholders, and department staff.
• Coordinate procurement requisitions and vendor documentation. Track and report on capital budget revenues and expenditures to ensure compliance, accuracy, and transparency.
• Monitor transportation legislative bills and assist with reporting requirements.
• Assist with contract and agreement writing and coordination.
• Maintain ongoing communication and relationships with consultants, other agencies, and internal stakeholders regarding legal agreements and respond to requests for information and data during internal or external audits.
• Provide support and guidance for Public Works administrative staff. Oversee administrative functions and provide administrative support for department leadership.

Need to have:

• One of the following:

• Eight or more years of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.

• Note: Experience in general administrative work related to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position may be substituted for education on a year for year basis. General administrative work is defined as the administration and/or management of programs, policies, and/or budgets.

• Bachelors degree or higher in public administration, business administration, or other field appropriate to the position and four years of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.

Nice to have:

• Experience:

• Drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements, contracts, and/or administering BARs.

• Researching and monitoring legislative bills.

• Preparing and presenting reports and other materials that communicate complex information.

• In change management, conflict resolution, and consensus building.

• Initiating contracts and procurement activities.

• Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.

• Working with SharePoint, Apex, Cognos, and/or other similar software systems.

• Ability to:

• Communicate clear and concise information both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of audiences.

• Develop and recommend policy alternatives and manage projects.

• Establish and maintain working relationships and use a collaborative approach in problem solving.

• Facilitate conversations and situations between individuals, sometimes between individuals with competing interests or perspectives.

About the department:

We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe transportation network that offers strong connections through multiple modes, respects the environment, and improves the health and quality of life for all who live, work or visit here.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.

Final candidates may be required to complete a background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Fahad Mansoor

Fahad.Mansoor@hennepin.us

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others cant - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

01

Are you a current regular or probationary employee of Hennepin County Public Works department? Note: Limited duration employees are not eligible

• Yes
• No

02

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site either at the Hennepin County Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, or the 625 building at 625 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55487, in downtown Minneapolis, and remote as job duties require. There is no public transportation to the Public Works facility in Medina. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with some flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

03

In which of the following fields have you completed a bachelors degree or higher? Check all that apply.

• Business administration
• Public administration
• Another closely related field
• None of the above

04

List any post-high school education you have completed. Indicate the school(s) you attended and your major area(s) of specialization, and any degree(s) earned. If you do not have post-high school education, type "None" in the space provided.

05

How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position? Note: General administrative work is defined as the administration and/or management of programs, policies, and/or budgets.

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more

06

Describe your experience in general administrative work related to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

07

Do you have experience drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements and contracts and/or administering Board Action Requests (BARs)?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe your experience drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements and contracts and/or administering Board Action Requests (BARs), referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

09

How many years of experience do you have researching and monitoring legislative bills?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

10

Describe your experience researching and monitoring legislative bills, referencing jobs listed on your resume/application. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

11

Do you have experience preparing and presenting reports and other materials that communicate complex information?

• Yes
• No

12

Describe your experience preparing and presenting reports and other materials that communicate complex information, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

13

Do you have experience in change management, conflict resolution, and consensus building?

• Yes
• No

14

Describe your experience in change management, conflict resolution, and consensus building, referencing jobs listed on your resume/application. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

15

If you are a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and are applying for your first promotion after securing public employment, you are eligible to have five points added to your competitive promotional examination rating. Are you a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran that would like to use your one time, five-point preference?

• Yes
• No

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• Department email, unit bulletin board, or lateral/transfer process
• Employee Career Center (ECC)
• Employee Resource Group (ERG)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County (supervisor/manager, colleague, or Human Resources)
• HC Connect
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• hennepin.jobs or governmentjobs.com

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Employer Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepincounty.gov/government/jobs