Location: Emporium,PA, USA
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation is on the lookout for a Highway Maintenance Coordinator to join their team. This role acts as a vital support to the County Maintenance Manager, overseeing all maintenance operations within a designated section of the County Maintenance Organization. The coordinator will play a key role in the strategic planning of maintenance tasks across the County, ensuring that all activities are executed efficiently. Additionally, this position involves direct oversight of crew supervisors, providing hands-on management for various projects as they arise. If you are interested in making a significant impact in highway maintenance, do not hesitate to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will be responsible for developing work plans, estimating project timelines, and managing maintenance operations, which encompass activities such as roadway expansion, construction tasks, patch repairs, minor bridge upkeep, guide rail installation, roadside signage, shoulder maintenance, crack and joint sealing, as well as snow removal efforts. You will also provide strategic recommendations regarding the distribution of equipment, workforce, and materials to achieve program objectives while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction with the outcomes.
You will conduct thorough reviews and adjustments of scheduled tasks by analyzing SAP reports, notes from initial planning sessions, weather forecasts, inventory assessments, equipment availability data, periodic plans, weekly schedules, and relevant highway materials information to ensure the implementation of effective operational procedures.
Your responsibilities will include inspecting ongoing work and completed projects to ensure compliance with Department standards, regional practices, and the original objectives of the assigned tasks, thereby certifying that all work adheres to ethical guidelines. Additionally, you will take the initiative to foster and support the development and implementation of innovative or enhanced work methods and materials.
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.
* This position may be eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) upon successful completion of probationary period.
* 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.
Employee Perks
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* Eligibility rules apply.
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Necessary Special Requirement - Do you possess a current valid Pennsylvania driver's license which is not under suspension?
* Yes
* No
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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.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Foreman 2 for three or more years full-time?
* Yes
* No
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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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How many years of full-time technical highway maintenance or highway construction do you possess?
* A. 5 years or more
* B. 4 but less than 5 years
* C. 3 but less than 4 years
* D. 2 but less than 3 years
* E. 1 but less than 2 years
* F. Less than 1 year
* G. 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 of eligibility.
* 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 experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much college coursework have you completed in an engineering or 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.
* A. 120 credits or more
* B. 90 but less than 120 credits
* C. 60 but less than 90 credits
* D. 30 but less than 60 credits
* E. Less than 30 credits
* F. None
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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 work behavior 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 for each work behavior 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 - DEVELOPS WORK PLANS AND WORK SCHEDULES Develops work plans and work schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations (such as paving; surface treatment; snow removal; bridge maintenance; cleaning, drainage, shoulder cutting, signs and repairing highway tunnels, etc.). Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY developing work plans and work schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
* B. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY developingwork schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews, ensuring crews are performing productive work, ensure hazards are rectified, and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations; AND I have experience ASSISTING in developing work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: accounting for man-power; accounting for material needs; accounting for equipment availability; and verifying outside vendors are scheduled for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
* C. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY developing work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: accounting for man-power; accounting for material needs; accounting for equipment availability; and verifying outside vendors are scheduled for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations; AND I have experience ASSISTING developing work schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews, ensuring crews are performing productive work, ensuring hazards are rectified, and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
* D. I have experience ASSISTING with developing work plans and work schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
* E. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project management, production scheduling, or project planning.
* F. I have NO experience or coursework 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 developing work plans and schedules.
* Your level of responsibility.
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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 2 - MONITORS, INSPECTS, AND EVALUATES ROAD AND BRIDGE CONDITIONS Monitors, inspects, and evaluates the condition of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs and priority of road/bridge repairs and to determine the need for snow removal operations. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the condition of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; AND I have experience INDEPENDENTLY evaluating roadway conditions to determine the need for snow removal operations.
* B. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the conditions of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; AND I have experience ASSISTING evaluating the roadway conditions to determine the need for snow removal operations.
* C. I have experience ASSISTING in monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the conditions of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; but I HAVE NO experience evaluating the need for snow removal operations during winter weather.
* D. I have NO experience 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 monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating road/bridge conditions.
* Your level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Communicates with the public, technical level employees (non-managers and/or non-supervisors), legislators, utility companies, contractors and vendors, and managers and supervisors via telephone, face-to-face meetings, emails or written follow-up letters regarding roadway assignments and detailed descriptions of project specifics, such as maintenance activities and repairs, snow removal, project costs, project start dates and estimated project completion dates. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience communicating with ALL of the following groups in regards to roadway assignments and projects such as maintenance activities and repairs, snow removal, project costs, project start dates and estimated project completion dates: 1) The public 2) Technical level employees (non-managers and/or non-supervisors) 3) Legislators 4) Utility companies 5) Contractors and vendors 6) Managers and supervisors.
* B. I have experience communicating with three of the following groups in regards to roadway assignments and projects such as maintenance activities and repairs, snow removal, project costs, project start dates and estimated project completion dates: 1) The public 2) Technical level employees (non-managers and/or non-supervisors) 3) Legislators 4) Utility companies 5) Contractors and vendors 6) Managers and supervisors.
* C. I have experience communicating with technical level employees (non-managers and/or non-supervisors) and with managers and supervisors regarding roadway assignments and projects such as maintenance activities, snow removal and repairs.
* D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to written communication, business writing, technical writing, English Composition, etc.
* E. I have NO experience or coursework 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 subject of oral or written communication and to whom you communicated with.
* Your level of responsibility.
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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 - REVIEWS AND RECOMMENDS NECESSARY CHANGES TO THE SAFETY WORK PROTOCOLS Evaluates work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, stockpile areas, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations to ensure a safe work environment; and recommends the necessary changes to the safety work protocols for work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, stockpile areas, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience evaluating AND recommending necessary changes to safety work protocols for work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, stockpile areas, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations to ensure a safe work environment and proper following of all safety policies, procedures and manuals.
* B. I have experience evaluating work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, stockpile areas, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations to ensure a safe work environment. I DO NOT HAVE experience in recommending the necessary changes to the safety work protocols for work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, stockpile areas, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations.
* C. I have experience reading and interpreting safety policies, procedures and manuals about work zone traffic control setups, maintenance activities, job sites, stockpile areas and snow removal operations.
* D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to this work behavior.
* E. I have NO experience or coursework 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 evaluating safety work protocols and the types of changes you recommended.
* Your level of responsibility.
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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 Performs a full range of supervisory duties, such as leave approval, 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 which best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience performing a full range of supervisory duties, such as leave approval, 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.
* B. I have experience performing lead worker duties, such as evaluating staff production reports, directing the work of subordinates, recommending training, providing equipment and personal safety training, etc.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework/training such as supervisory development courses, labor relations, human resource management, etc.; but I have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework 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 supervisory duties you performed.
* The actual duties you performed related to supervision and who you supervised.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to coursework or training, please provide the information 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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