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Highway Administration Program Manager 1
Salary
$86,299.00 - $131,208.00 Annually
Location
Multi-County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-10485-11222
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Op Perf Div
Opening Date
10/28/2024
Closing Date
11/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
11222
Position Number
50564476
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST10
Bureau / Division Code
00084630
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Maintenance/Operations Performance Division
Worksite Address
See work schedule and additional information section
Contact Name
pddotcentraljobs
Contact Email
...@pa.gov
+ Description
+ Benefits
+ Questions
THE POSITION
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!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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 ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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:
+ 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov .
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
+ 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/testonce for this posting.
+ Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
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For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional experience in a managerial capacity or directing the work of civil engineers in the design, construction or maintenance of highways, bridges, traffic systems or other comparable structures or in the administration of related transportation programs?
+ Yes
+ No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the design, construction or maintenance of highways, bridges, traffic systems or other comparable structures?
+ 5 or more years
+ 4 but less than 5 years
+ 3 but less than 4 years
+ 2 but less than 3 years
+ 1 but less than 2 years
+ Less than 1 year
+ None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the administration of related transportation programs?
+ 5 years or more
+ 4 but less than 5 years
+ 3 but less than 4 years
+ 2 but less than 3 years
+ 1 but less than 2 years
+ Less than 1 year
+ None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much graduate level coursework do you possess in civil engineering or business administration? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
+ 30 or more credits
+ Less than 30 credits
+ None
08
CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
+ Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DEVELOPING POLICIES AND PROCESSES
Develops and implements policies and processes used to determine the appropriate organizational size and improve efficiency and cost effectiveness. Provides recommendations for changes as needed and works with affected counties to implement approved changes.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience DEVELOPING policies and processes. I was responsible for IMPLEMENTING changes to these policies and processes, as necessary.
+ B. I have experience IMPLEMENTING policies and processes. I provided feedback and recommendations for changes to these policies and processes, as necessary.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to policy development.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
10
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ The actual duties you performed related to developing and/or implementing policies and processes
+ The type(s) of policies and processes you developed and/or implemented
+ Your level of responsibility
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title(s)
+ Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - ORGANIZATIONAL REVIEWS AND PLANNING
Conducts organizational reviews to identify improvement opportunities for the counties served. Assists counties with developing and implementing action plans to address the opportunities identified during the organizational reviews.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience conducting organizational reviews which identify improvement opportunities. I was responsible for DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING action plans to address the opportunities identified.
+ B. I have experience DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING action plans based on organizational reviews someone else conducted.
+ C. I have experience implementing actions plans.
+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business management or business administration.
+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ The actual duties you performed related to conducting organizational reviews
+ Your level of responsibility
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title(s)
+ Credits/Clock Hours
15
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - BUDGETING
Assists in the development of county maintenance budgets in accordance with agency's established goals and objectives. Approves budget plans and performs quarterly quality assurance reviews on county spending plans to ensure projects are within budget.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience approving budgets to support established goals and objectives. I was responsible for monitoring the budgets and making recommendations for the reallocation of funds as needed.
+ B. I have experience developing AND monitoring budgets to support established goals and objectives. I was NOT responsible for the approval of the budget.
+ C. I have experience monitoring budgets.
+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to budgeting, management, or business statistics.
+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
16
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ The actual duties you performed related to budgeting
+ The type(s) of budgets you created and/or approved
+ Your level of responsibility
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title(s)
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - PROGRAM EVALUATION
Reviews and evaluates county maintenance operations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Monitors the implementation of new and existing programs related to human resources, asset management, fleet management, inventory management, training, safety protocols, and maintenance operations such as winter truck snow route development, paving plan development, and regionalized department force work crews.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience evaluating operations to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. I was responsible for making changes to operations when necessary.
+ B. I have experience evaluating operations to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. I provided recommendations for changes when necessary.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program evaluation, auditing, or data analysis.
+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
19
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ The actual duties you performed related to evaluating programs
+ Your level of responsibility
20
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title(s)
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - SUPERVISION
Supervises staff by assigning work and establishing priorities and timeframes for completion. Reviews employee performance and prepares evaluation reports. Interviews prospective employees and recommends selection. Receives and resolves grievances and complaints. Counsels employees when necessary. Provides guidance to staff on complex issues and approves or denies leave requests. Identifies training needs and provides training to staff.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience SUPERVISING subordinate staff. I have interviewed and hired staff, rated work performance, established priorities, counseled employees, identified training needs, and approved leave.
+ B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER OR SENIOR STAFF MEMBER. I have provided training to newly hired staff, reviewed their work, or served as a team or group leader, but I was NOT responsible for employee performance reviews or discipline.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervision.
+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ The actual duties you performed related to supervision
+ Your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University/Training Source
+ Course Title(s)
+ Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
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Address
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
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