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Title: Director of Program Development and Grants
Company: Bi-State Development
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Job Status: Full-time
Job ID: 115437
Website: http://www.bistatedev.org/careers
Want to make a difference in the community? Founded in 1950, Bi-State Development owns and operates the St. Louis Metropolitan region's public transportation system, the St. Louis Downtown Airport and its adjoining industrial business park, paddlewheel-style river excursion boats, and the tram system leading to the top of the Gateway Arch. The Metro business unit has more than 2,400 employees and carries over 55 million passengers each year. To continue our forward movement in the region, we require an experienced Director of Program Development and Grants.

Reporting to the Assistant Executive Director of Engineering Systems, we will rely on you to:
  • Develop the capital budget

  • Identify and monitor capital projects.

  • Secure funding from federal, state, local, and other agency sources.

  • Coordinate the administration and monitoring of grant funding.

  • Ensure timely and proper completion of projects


To be successful in this position you will need:
  • Related bachelor’s degree, master’s preferred

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position

  • Experience in public administration, planning, or related field

  • Experience in government, public transit or related public sector


We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Benefits effective on first day of hire

  • 24/7 free access to 9 gyms at our facilities, Personal Trainers available upon request

  • Free MetroLink and MetroBus access

  • 4 weeks earned PTO

  • Company sponsored 401(k) plan

  • Eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program


To join our team, visit our website at www.bistatedev.org/careers

Bi-State Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other factor protected by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity M/F/D/V

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