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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Roadway Programs Manager 1 in Pennsylvania
Roadway Programs Manager 1
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Roadway Programs Manager 1
Salary
$64,959.00 - $98,661.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-86200-12515
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Pavmnt Tstng Asst Mgmt Sctn
Opening Date
06/18/2024
Closing Date
7/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
12515
Position Number
00018430
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
B5
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00084952
Bureau / Division
Pavement Testing Asst. Management Section
Worksite Address
907 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Elizabeth Helms
Contact Email
ehelms@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Do you have professional expertise in roadway programs and thrive in a leadership role? The Department of Transportation (DOT) is searching for a committed and creative Roadway Programs Manager. Your role will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities and field operations related to Pennsylvania's pavement programs. Make a valuable contribution to the development and direction of high-quality standards for pavement maintenance and preservation, guaranteeing a smooth driving experience for drivers in Pennsylvania. Pave the way to your professional journey within the Commonwealth!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will manage activities and field operations related to the systematic techniques to analyze and manage Pennsylvania's pavements programs and the statewide automated data collection, inventory and analysis of pavement distress program. You will manage personnel and equipment to ensure contract compliance, testing productivity, and effectiveness. You will be a technical expert and liaison to the department, management, and public regarding videologging, condition data testing and interpretation, including equipment and programs. Additionally, you will support the roadway management system by coordinating data collection and compiling reports for DOT personnel and management.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position descriptio n .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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 in Harrisburg.
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:
Two years of experience as a Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor or Roadway Programs Specialist or one year experience as a Roadway Programs Coordinator ;or
Two years of professional experience in the analysis, development and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system and a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/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 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@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/testoncefor 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
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor or Roadway Programs Specialist for two or more years full-time?
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
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Roadway Programs Coordinator for one 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 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 in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system do you possess?
2 years or more
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 coursework have you completed in Business Administration, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your 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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
08
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 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 ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)
Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – Data Analysis
Generates, compiles, and analyzes data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and calculating productivity/efficiency levels.Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience generating, compiling, and ANALYZING data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and calculating productivity/efficiency levels. I provided recommendations or made determinations based on my analysis.
B. I have experience generating and compiling data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and calculating productivity/efficiency levels.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis or statistics.
D. I have NO experience or education 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.
Details about your experience generating, compiling, and analyzing data.
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – Communication
Communicates both verbally and in writing with staff, crew foremen, crew, program area management, and the public on matters related to roadway program operations. Interprets and explains operational policies, procedures, and initiatives to district and county staff.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience communicating with staff, crew foreman, crew, PROGRAM AREA MANAGEMENT, AND THE PUBLIC on matters related to roadway program operations. I also have experience interpreting and explaining operational policies, procedures, and initiatives.
B. I have experience communicating with staff, crew foreman, and crew on matters related to roadway program operations. I also have experience interpreting and explaining operational policies, procedures, and initiatives.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to non-fiction writing, technical writing, or public speaking.
D. I have NO experience or education 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 employers where you gained this experience.
The parties with whom you communicated.
The topics which you communicated.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
Credits/Clock Hours
15
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – Supervision
Performs the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.
B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER to other staff on specific projects or assignments, including providing guidance and direction in techniques used in performing work.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to supervision, performance evaluation, staff development, or training.
D. I have NO experience or education 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 as a supervisor or lead worker.
Your level of responsibility.
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov