Federal Program Specialist

Final date to receive applications 3/6/2026 (7:00 PM EST)

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Federal Program Specialist

Pay Grade 16

Salary $4,356.96 - $6,535.44 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location 200 Mero Street Frankfort, KY 40622 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Strategic Planning Branch as a Federal Program Specialist in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to support Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) coordination across Kentucky. This position manages federal transportation planning distributions and contracts while ensuring federal regulatory compliance and fiscal accountability. You will serve as a liaison with MPO partners and other agencies to support effective planning.

• Manage MPO allocated budgets and contracts, including amendments and modifications.
• Administer federal planning allocations and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Provide technical assistance, including performance-based planning and air quality conformity provisions.
• Represents KYTC at MPO technical and policy committee meetings, including certification reviews.
• Work in partnerships to collect data, identify needs and connectivity gaps, and align planning priorities.

• Federal transportation program, grant, or contract administration.
• Familiarity with federal transportation planning regulations.
• Working with local public agencies or MPOs.
• Coordination across multiple stakeholders.

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Limited travel, most work is performed at a desk.

We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at  or https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Education:

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Experience, Training, or

Skills:

Four years of professional experience in budget administration, grant administration, financial analysis and/or forecasting, statistical analysis, financial auditing, or a related field. Two years of the required experience must include the preparation, research and planning, budgeting, or administration of state or federal grants-in-aids.

Substitute Education for

Experience:

A master's degree will substitute for one year of required experience.

Substitute Experience for

Education:

Additional grant-in-aid related experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.): NONE

Working Conditions:

Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Travel may be required.

Probationary Period:
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Stephen De Witte itte or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D