Transportation Operations Manager (24-67)

Location: Scarborough,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $64,633.04 to $87,801.79/Annually (Salary Schedule) *Salary includes a 16% stipend*

Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations - Southern Region 1

Location: Scarborough, ME

Position Number:  02500-0075     

Opening Date: May 8, 2024

Closing Date: May 22, 2024

Job Description:  

This is maintenance, repair, and reconstruction work of a managerial nature for a geographic area. Work involves managing and overseeing the maintenance, operations, and construction activities within a region. Work involves supervising and supporting crew supervisors in various aspects of highway, bridge, and equipment maintenance to assure that the transportation assets are managed and maintained in accordance with proper procedures. Work involves developing yearly area work plans and monitoring completion of the plan. Work involves review of MATS activities and approvals. This work will also involve communication and coordination with county and town officials as delegated by superiors. Meet with municipal officials, property owners, contractors, and crew personnel as required. Promote Federal, State, Local, and MaineDOT regulations and procedures. Resolve conflict, complaints, and perform work under limited supervision. 

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 using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for 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 ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.21% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

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