Do you have a background in improving departmental efficiency and upholding quality standards? The Department of Transportation Region 3 is seeking a Highway Administration Program Manager 1 to lead the quality management program, acting as a bridge between districts, counties, and the central office on maintenance policies, procedures, and initiatives. If you are eager to take on this dynamic and fulfilling position, we invite you to apply today to help maintain our quality benchmarks across Engineering Districts 4, 5, 6, and 8!
In this role, you will support the development and ongoing management of maintenance initiatives for county maintenance organizations. You will offer advice to district and county personnel on benchmarking and best practices to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of various operations. Additionally, you will create, implement, and oversee the sectional cycle maintenance plan while assisting districts in reviewing and approving proposed plans for the calendar year. As a subject matter expert, you will establish core maintenance activities and cycle durations, standardize policies and procedures for fleet management, winter snow route assessments, and crew composition. You will also provide guidance on equipment sharing strategies, review and approve appropriation 409 submissions from districts, and assist in the creation and implementation of asset management plans for structures under 8 feet. Furthermore, you will participate as a member of the Maintenance Accreditation Performance Indicator committee and oversee Work Zone Traffic Control Quality Assurance reviews.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
- This position will be headquartered in one of the following DOT District offices closest to the selected candidate’s home that meets business needs and has available space.
- DOT Engineering District 4 - 55 Keystone Industrial Park, Dunmore, PA 18512
- DOT Engineering District 5 - 1002 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18101
- DOT Engineering District 6 - 7000 Geerdes Blvd., King of Prussia, PA 19406
- DOT Engineering District 8 - 2140 Herr St., Harrisburg, PA 17103
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Five years of professional experience in the design, construction or maintenance of highways, bridges, traffic systems or other comparable structures or in the administration of related transportation programs, that includes three years in a managerial capacity or directing the work of civil engineers; or
- An equivalent combination of professional experience and training that includes three years in a managerial capacity or directing the work of civil engineers.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.