Roadway Programs Manager 1

Are you seeking a thrilling opportunity to take on a pivotal role in managing roadway programs that promote safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions? If so, we invite you to consider the position of Roadway Programs Manager 1 within the Department of Transportation. In this role, you will play a crucial role by providing essential data to the Allegheny County Maintenance organizations, facilitating the establishment of cycle maintenance for critical activities such as seal coating, crack sealing, and shoulder cutting. ensuring projects are executed on schedule and within budget. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the transportation field and possess a strong background in program management, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to improve the safety and efficiency of our roadway systems.

In this position, you will oversee the evaluation, analysis, and improvement of maintenance operations in accordance with established plant maintenance policies and procedures. Your role is vital in supporting the Allegheny County organization by managing daily activities related to planning, scheduling, budgeting, and executing work within the Plant Maintenance system. Effective communication and guidance will be essential as you work with personnel involved in Plant Maintenance, ensuring adherence to system procedures while assisting counties with their daily operational planning and resource management. You will also monitor and analyze labor, equipment, and material usage in field maintenance operations, gathering data on production units and resource utilization to ensure compliance with maintenance standards and identify any inconsistencies. Furthermore, your contributions will be crucial in helping both District and Allegheny County employees meet the environmental maintenance standards outlined in the Maintenance and Bridge Maintenance Manuals, as well as the Strategic Environmental Management Program (SEMP) Manual. It is important to recognize that all employees play a role in the District's commitment to effective environmental stewardship, working towards the objectives established in the Maintenance Unit business plan related to the SEMP. By actively supporting managers, supervisors, and staff, you will promote collaboration to achieve these environmental goals.

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Schedule varies seasonally and/or due to operational needs
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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 in Bridgeville.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Two years of experience as a Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor or Roadway Programs Specialist or one year experience as a Roadway Programs Coordinator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional experience in the analysis, development and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system and a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on 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.