Transportation Operations Manager (25-89)

Augusta , Maine , United States | Transportation | Full-time

Apply by: April 14, 2025

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Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $66,593.28 - $94,050.94 (per year) (Salary Schedule (https://apps.web.maine.gov/cgi-bin/bhrsalary/jobs.pl?pagenum=4&pagereq=\ActSal\Sal_Spec_Tab_03_Exec.asp?Spec_No=09&Grade=25) ) Salary includes a 16% stipend

Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations - Highway Maintenance & Production Support

Location: Augusta, ME

Position Number: 02500-0350

Opening Date: March 31, 2025

Closing Date: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

This position is the Bureau of Maintenance & Operations (M&O), Highway Maintenance and Production Support Data Transportation Operations Manager. This is a managerial position in the Highway Maintenance and Production Support Unit within the Bureau of Maintenance and Operations. Work involves oversight and administration of the M&O work management, work reporting and asset management system (MATS). This position is involved in many aspects of the Bureau's work management and performance analysis efforts. This position oversees and supports work planning and reporting associated with the statewide crews involved in signing, striping, sign production, building maintenance, snow & ice control support, and electrical work. Additionally, this position directly supervises a Business Systems Administrator II that is responsible for technical aspects of the MATS system. This position works closely with the Region Data Managers to establish and uphold statewide data management policies.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

A four (4) year combination of training, experience, and/or education in highway maintenance and/or construction. 1 year minimum supervisory experience is required.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Wellness– We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering12 days of sick leaveannually to help you stay healthy.

• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).

• Retirement Plan– The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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