Salary: $3,386.54 - $4,721.93 BiweeklyLocation : Charleston, WVJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: DOT25EX010ADivision: West Virginia Department of TransportationDistrict/Subdivision: Executive DivisionOpening Date: 12/17/2024Closing Date: 12/30/2024 11:59 PM EasternNature of Work Under general direction of the Transportation Commissioner, the Transportation Assistant Commissioner is responsible for highly complex and technical administrative duties. This position will work in the Secretary's Office. The incumbent works closely with the Commissioner and division staff in formulating policies, administrative practices and development of division objectives. The incumbent assists in the supervision of division staff as directed by the Commissioner and assumes specific responsibilities in the absence of the Commissioner. The incumbent in this position is given wide latitude for independent judgment in making decisions regarding the work he/she performs. Performs related work as required.Pay Grade 26Typical Duties and Responsibilities• Directs the evaluation of division expenditures, determines compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and makes recommendations regarding expenditures to conform with budgetary allocations• Assembles and analyzes budget data, reviews requests for transfer of funds, and maintains agency appropriation and fiscal records• Evaluates data and reports to ensure division objectives are met• Coordinates intra-agency planning and related activities• Advises the Commissioner regarding organizational and manpower development within the division• Coordinates work flow among organizational components of the division• Assists Commissioner in coordinating information, policy and operation of the division with other agencies• Supervises chief of organizational components of the division as delegated by the Commissioner• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Required Skills and Knowledge• Knowledge of management principles and ability to apply them effectively• Knowledge of public administration• Knowledge of modern personnel practices and procedures• Ability to plan and coordinate work in a large division• Ability to interpret and apply complex laws, rules and regulations• Ability to communicate and work effectively with others• Ability to present factual materials in a logical and effective manner Required Education and Experience REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Substitution: Experience, as described below, may substitute for the required training/education through an established formula.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in public or private administration, management, public finance, business, insurance, or related fields, one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
- Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the non-supervisory required experience through an established formula.
Annual Increment Pay Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Family Medical Leave Leave Donation Program Military Leave Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program Flexible Work SchedulesTraining Opportunities Promotion Opportunities Public Employees' Retirement System:
Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.Deferred CompensationHealth Insurance Enrollment Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,Disability Insurance and more. Life Insurance Credit Union Employee Discounts