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Program Administrator: Center for Transportation Research - UTK

Position Number: 6092341
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts

Program Administrator: Center for Transportation Research - UTK
Nashville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 2225
Job Category: Administrative
Posting Date: 03/19/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 2040 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US (On-site)

Job Description
This full-time exempt position through the Center for Transportation Research of the University of Tennessee will be funded through a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). The position will be located in the TDOT office in Nashville to provide support to the Long Range Planning Division.

Responsibilities
Will assist in coordinating administrative and operational activities for the State Planning and Research (SPR) Work Program. May monitor, under the direction of the supervisor, work processes and provide instructional support and knowledge to LRP staff as needed. Work tasks will include, but are not limited to, the development of work programs and various program reports, the development and monitoring of project budgets, expenditure reports, and spreadsheets to track program expenditures, and the development of various contract and agreement documents.

Qualifications
Minimum/Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. Degree in Business Administration or Finance is preferred, but other degrees will be considered with related experience.
2-4 years of office experience, which includes 1-2 years of contracting office experience in a local/state government agency.
A working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, contractual & invoice management skills, and strong organizational and time management skills are required.
Proven customer service skills are essential as this position will be working with program staff and grantees throughout the State of TN.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

Master's degree
4-6 years of office experience, which includes 3-5 years of contracting office experience in a local/state government agency.
Advanced Excel skills (knowledge of Pivot Tables).

Requires residency in the Nashville area as the TDOT office is located in downtown Nashville.

For full consideration, applicants must submit a resume/CV and contact information for three professional references.

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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