Jarrell Smith Email & Phone Number

Orlando, Florida Area

-Provides technical assistance to transit agencies regarding compliance with state and federal program management procedures for transit programs funded via the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).-Assists FDOT transit staff with program management activities for FTA’s formula programs and FDOT funded transit programs.-Reviews and analyzes state and federal regulation pertaining to transit -Develops, processes, and… Show more -Provides technical assistance to transit agencies regarding compliance with state and federal program management procedures for transit programs funded via the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).-Assists FDOT transit staff with program management activities for FTA’s formula programs and FDOT funded transit programs.-Reviews and analyzes state and federal regulation pertaining to transit -Develops, processes, and distributes Public Transportation Grant Agreements (PTGA), Notification of Funding forms (NOFs), and Notification of Grant Awards (NOGA) according to the FDOT procedures and production schedule.-Prepares, monitors, and administers state transit budgets, along with developing transit related grant applications.-Conducts project management related activities for contracts/programs valued at more than $1 million from project initiation to closeout which includes scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and compliance activities;-Field work inspecting federally-funded assets at transit agencies and reviewing transit agencies’ operations and safety policies.-Conduct Triennial Reviews at transit agencies and documents the phases of the public transportation oversight process Show less

Tallahassee, Florida Area

• Managed spending for transit projects under Section 5310 of the Federal Transit Administration Program• Conducted grant tracking and data analyses of spending program in MS Excel• Conducted available data research and project background information review• Worked under guidance and supervision of senior transportation planners to assist in the expenditure of State funds under the Florida Department of Transportation Work Program• Coordinated the efforts of… Show more • Managed spending for transit projects under Section 5310 of the Federal Transit Administration Program• Conducted grant tracking and data analyses of spending program in MS Excel• Conducted available data research and project background information review• Worked under guidance and supervision of senior transportation planners to assist in the expenditure of State funds under the Florida Department of Transportation Work Program• Coordinated the efforts of transit representatives from seven FDOT Districts• Conducted analyses of existing transit infrastructure using FDOT methodology• Responded to queries from public regarding transit systems• Prepared summary tables, charts, and exhibits for inclusion in project reports Show less

• Performed a variety of administrative tasks including preparation of PowerPoint presentations and data entry and analysis using Microsoft Excel• Created reports specifically relating to the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program in collaboration with the Florida Department for Transportation and provided technical assistance to the city of Hawthorne, Florida for a SRTS infrastructure grant application• Assisted with using GIS to conduct a spatial analysis of the number of… Show more • Performed a variety of administrative tasks including preparation of PowerPoint presentations and data entry and analysis using Microsoft Excel• Created reports specifically relating to the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program in collaboration with the Florida Department for Transportation and provided technical assistance to the city of Hawthorne, Florida for a SRTS infrastructure grant application• Assisted with using GIS to conduct a spatial analysis of the number of students attending specific schools• Performed independent research relating to national and statewide best practices for initiating SRTS Programs Show less

Gainesville, Florida Area

• Analyzed ridership data and patterns.• Researched and created miscellaneous reports on transit subject matter such as the cost of demand response services and mobility needs of seniors.• Assisted with GIS data production.• Assisted in production of government-mandated reports such as the Florida Department of Transportation's Transit Development Plan.

Gainesville, Florida

• Provided project coordination for specific GIS projects and implementation of other related new systems• Performed a variety of GIS data modeling, conversion, maintenance, quality assurance, and documentation•Worked with city departments to identify and create geospatial data, maps, applications, and reports• Created web applications via ArcGIS online

Upland, Indiana

• Assisted in the training of new student workers• Coordinated the weekend shifts for student workers• Monitored the work hours of other student workers• Liaised with students to determine their needs and to provide, interpret and promote appropriate library services and resources• Assisted patrons with mechanical operations of library equipment.

Nassau, Bahamas

• Analyzed and evaluated agricultural marketing policies in the Bahamas • Created an extensive report with the history, legal framework, economic implications and current state of agricultural marketing in the Bahamas• Recommended alternative agricultural systems based on consultations• Created, distributed and analyzed questionnaires

Upland, Indiana

• Helped coordinate an honors trip to the Bahamas with an “Island Sustainability” theme• Coordinated and monitored event timelines and ensure deadlines were met• Gained valuable experience in logistics and communication

Exuma, Bahamas

• Created recycling training material via Microsoft PowerPoint • Assessed environmental management standards in tourism with EarthCheck policy guidelines• Coordinated recycling collection schedules to optimize service and efficiency• Gained experience writing project status reports• Earned experience with waste management planning• Created educational material regarding recycling practices via Microsoft PowerPoint• Consulted with hotel managers… Show more • Created recycling training material via Microsoft PowerPoint • Assessed environmental management standards in tourism with EarthCheck policy guidelines• Coordinated recycling collection schedules to optimize service and efficiency• Gained experience writing project status reports• Earned experience with waste management planning• Created educational material regarding recycling practices via Microsoft PowerPoint• Consulted with hotel managers and environmental officials to propose a recycling program Show less

Master Of Urban And Regional Planning, Growth Management And Transporation

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Developmental Economics

Career Discovery Program, City/Urban, Community And Regional Planning