Technical and Grant Writer

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation.

MBTA’s core values are built around safety, service, equity, and sustainability and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values.

This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

Technical and Grant Writer will support the MBTA's pursuit of discretionary grants and the development and publishing of the five-year Capital Investment Plan (CIP).

In this role, the Writer will support the Capital Program Planning Department in translating the vision and goals set by the Governor, Secretary, MBTA Board, and General Manager into an achievable portfolio of tangible capital programs and projects.

The Writer will increase the MBTA's capacity to communicate the Capital Program to both internal and external stakeholders including members of the public and to seek competitive grant opportunities to support the MBTA's capital program.

The Writer will work with members of the Capital Program Planning Department and other stakeholders to develop and maintain content in support of various initiatives.

The Writer will be responsible for creating a narrative report and other public-facing web content communicating the development and publishing of the annual CIP.

This will include coordinating and publishing schedules and collaborating with several internal stakeholders to create content.

In partnership with the grants team and project managers, the Writer will also draft proposals and other documentation to support discretionary grant submissions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the proposal process for competitive grant opportunities, including coordination with key stakeholders across the agency, and writing proposal content.
• Perform research on Federal and other grant opportunities to support the Capital Program.
• Draft narrative content that succinctly and effectively communicates the Capital Program at both the individual project and overall program level.
• Coordinate updates to public-facing content in accordance with the annual CIP development cycle.
• Collaborate with outreach team, web team, and others to update public-facing communications in support of the annual CIP public comment period,
• Support development of executive-level and public-facing presentations, memos, reports, and other analysis about the MBTA Capital Program.
• Support documentation of internal systems and development of ongoing process improvements.
• Support development of the MBTA's five-year CIP, working closely with the MassDOT and MBTA leadership team, asset owners, project managers, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Support processes to identify, develop, refine, and update capital programs that advance MBTA strategic goals and / or operational performance metrics.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Two (2) years of relevant experience writing grants, proposals, reports and / or other relevant writing or communications experience.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills with an ability to simplify complex programs for a broad audience.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to learn quickly, take direction, and work independently and to use creative, collaborative, and consultative approaches to resolve issues.
• Experience with MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.

Substitutions Include

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor's degree requirement
• An Associate's degree from an accredited institution an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor's degree requirement
• A Master's degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification, or statewide / professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience

Preferred Experience and Skills

Experience in grant and report writing for a public agency or within the transportation sector.

Job Conditions :

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team (or supervise, if required)
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and / or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection)
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and medical Clinic screening, potentially including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service

Disclaimers and Definitions :

• General Disclaimer : The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
• Application Deadlines : Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
• Work Environment : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.

Work Eligibility : Although the MBTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and on an unrestricted basis (the MBTA does not sponsor non-US citizens).

However, if you have an unrestricted work authorization, or sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply for open positions.

International students taking part in CPT / STEM / OPT programs through a university are eligible for internships and co-ops with the MBTA.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Interviews : Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview.

Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time / date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position.

Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview.

In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.

• Safety Sensitive Positions : Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
• On-call or 24 / 7 Positions : Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
• Essential / Emergency Staff : During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
• ADA Accommodations : The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or [email protected] .
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer . For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit mbta.

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