Alternative Fuel Program Specialist (Transit)

About the role

Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes from Washington, DC, Prince George’s County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, providing an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and monitors the transit Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) program operated by the Department of Public Works & Transportation.
• Supports programs and initiatives promoting alternative fuel vehicles and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
• Coordinates across multiple departments to provide input and recommendations based on data analysis and best practices.
• Monitors zero emission bus operation and maintenance, including charging/fueling strategies, and provides recommendations to operations/maintenance contractor for managing associated utility costs to the County.
• Observes and reports the state of the alternative fuel fleet and facility (microgrid) maintenance program.
• Develops vehicle/equipment specifications and makes recommendations based on data analysis of the electric bus program operation.
• Investigates service issues with the alternative fuel program, and monitors field location corrective measures.
• Performs analysis of alternative fuel program usage and trends.
• Develops and maintains an alternative fuel asset management plan.
• Aids the supervisor in developing fiscal recommendations for annual program budgets.
• Provides oversight and audit of inventory related to vehicle maintenance.
• Maintains and inspects equipment, vehicles, and office areas, and recommends maintenance services as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED, supplemented by college level courses in higher mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry) and civil engineering.
• Four (4) years of para-professional engineering experience.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED, supplemented by college level courses in higher mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry) and civil engineering, Four (4) years of para-professional engineering experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in multi-modal transit operations or transportation service, 1+ years of experience working with or managing alternative fuel vehicles, Experienced Master Electrician and/or Project Management Professional (PMP), Renewable Energy Professional (REP), or clean energy certification, 3+ years of project budget management experience.

Skills

• Experience in multi-modal transit operations or transportation service.
• Experience in managing alternative fuel vehicles.
• Experience in project budget management.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage.
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Long & Short-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Dependent Care Assistance Program.
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick).
• 13 Paid Holidays.
• Retirement Benefits.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Supplemental Pension Plan.
• 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary Benefits.

Pay

Tentative Interview Dates: July 20th - July 24th. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Schedule

Job Location: Forestville, MD.