Location: Punxsutawney,PA, USA
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation is currently looking to hire an Highway Maintenance Coordinator to oversee highway maintenance activities in a designated region of a County Maintenance Organization. Responsibilities include planning and managing all work in the region, supervising general and specialized crews, and providing hands-on management of projects as required. Do not miss out on this opportunity - apply now!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The responsibilities of this role include analyzing the maintenance needs of a specific region by assessing the condition of highways, negotiating for necessary resources such as manpower and equipment, and identifying critical requirements for the area. Additionally, you will need to assess the performance of subordinate foremen in executing planned tasks and intervene if adjustments are needed to achieve set goals. Furthermore, this position will be tasked with evaluating the proficiency of the subordinate staff members and providing suggestions for training programs and development opportunities to enhance their overall performance. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong leadership skills, and the ability to make strategic decisions to ensure the successful completion of maintenance functions within the region.
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.
* Travel, overtime and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
* 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:
* Three years as a Highway Foreman 2; or
* Five years of technical experience in highway maintenance or highway construction; or
* An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirement:
* This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
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.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/test once 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.
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* Eligibility rules apply.
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Special Requirement-Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
* Yes
* No
02
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Foreman 2 for three or more years full-time?
* Yes
* No
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 experience must also 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.
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How many years of full-time technical highway maintenance or highway construction do you possess?
* 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
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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 experience must also 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.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in an approved Temporary Working Out of Class (TWOC) capacity in which you feel you gained qualifying experience toward meeting the minimum experience and training requirements for this job title?
* Yes
* No
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In order for this TWOC experience to be considered in the eligibility determination, you must attach the official TWOC report which provides the total hours worked in the Acting capacity, which can be obtained by contacting your Human Resources Office and requesting the official TWOC report.
You must attach your official TWOC report prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add documents to the application after it has been submitted.
Please also provide the following required information. Failure to provide the required information, including the official TWOC report, will result in your TWOC assignment not being considered in the evaluation determination.
* Job Code/Classification held while working in the approved out-of-class assignment
* Name of HR Office employee from which the official TWOC report was obtained
If you claimed you do not have TWOC experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
How much college coursework have you completed in engineering or an engineering technology field?
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. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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 answer this question based on 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 and clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.
* 120 credits or more
* 90 but less than 120 credits
* 60 but less than 90 credits
* 30 but less than 60 credits
* Less than 30 credits
* None
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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. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 our FAQ page.
* Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - MONITOR, INSPECT, AND EVALUATE ROAD/BRIDGE/PIPE CONDITIONS
Monitors, inspects, and evaluates the condition of roads, bridges, and pipes to determine maintenance needs and priorities.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience monitoring AND inspecting the condition of roads, bridges, AND pipes. I also evaluated the conditions to determine maintenance needs and priorities.
* B. I have experience monitoring OR inspecting the conditions of roads, bridges, OR pipes. Someone else evaluated the conditions I reported to determine maintenance needs and priorities.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to inspections or engineering.
* 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.
* Your experience monitoring and/or inspecting the conditions of roads, bridges, and/or pipes.
* Your experience evaluating the condition of roads, bridges, and/or pipes to determine maintenance needs and priorities.
* Your specific duties and 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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - VERBAL COMMUNICATION
Communicates with assistant county managers, utility companies, contractors, internal staff, and the public regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities and planning, including project costs, project start dates, estimated project completion dates, etc.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience communicating with internal AND external parties regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning.
* B. I have experience communicating with internal parties regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning. Someone else was responsible for responding to external parties.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications.
* 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.
* Your experience communicating verbally regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning.
* Your specific duties and level of responsibility (internally, externally, etc.).
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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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - DATA MANAGEMENT/DOCUMENTATION
Enters information into a database for all drainage facility inspections. This includes all information associated with the inspection such as the condition of the pipe, the type of material of the pipe, and the steps taken. Monitors and updates the database when new information is received or when changes occur. Retrieves information from the database as needed.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience maintaining and utilizing a database including entering accurate and complete information, monitoring and updating information, and retrieving information as needed.
* B. I have experience entering accurate and complete information into a database.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to data input, records retention, or data management.
* 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.
* Your experience maintaining and utilizing a database.
* Your specific duties and 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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION
Performs a full range of supervisory duties, such as approving leave, reviewing employee performance, evaluating staff production reports, directing the work of subordinates, assigning training, conducting employment interviews, addressing disciplinary issues, investigating employee and equipment accidents, providing equipment and personal safety training, etc.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties which included planning and delegating work; monitoring time and attendance; approving leave; evaluating employee performance; and interviewing and recommending selection of applicants.
* B. I have experience as a lead worker which included assigning work, reviewing work for accuracy and timeliness, and training staff, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to human resource management or labor relations.
* 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.
* Your duties as a supervisor (evaluating employee performance, approving leave, interviewing applicants, etc.).
* Your duties as a lead worker (assigning work, reviewing work for accuracy, etc.).
* 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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