Transportation Program Manager 1 - Kanawha County

Salary:

$1,811.54 - $2,632.70 Biweekly
Location :

WV 25317, WV
Job Type:

Full-Time Permanent
Job Number:

DOT25CD001A
Division:

West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision:

Commercial Drivers Services
Opening Date:

11/04/2024
Closing Date:

11/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Nature of Work
The Transportation Program Manager 1 oversees the development and execution of a division or district-wide program(s) and/or project(s). Position may manage teams and will be responsible for ensuring that every aspect of the project is completed on time and within budget. Assigns milestones, develops reporting processes, and ensures that every team has what they need to fulfill the objectives of the program or project. Acts as a liaison between the individuals working on the program and key stakeholders. This classification is distinguished by the lower level of complexity and smaller scope of the program/project, usually at a division or district level rather than statewide. Performs related duties as required.
Pay Grade 15
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
• Assess key demographic areas for our clients' businesses and determine their needs from a practical standpoint.
• Create program initiatives.
• Allocate and control company resources as they relate to individual programs, as well as the departmental budget.
• Establish overall performance standards for programs, program supervisors, and their teams.
• Acts as a liaison between district or division personnel on various projects.
• May assign team members or other staff to various tasks or phases of work in the life cycle of multiple programs.
• Track performance of members of various teams or groups to assess compliance with budgetary, time and other requirements.
• Purchase or request or work with managers to purchase or request needed supplies, equipment or services within budgets or limits set by upper-level management or the organization.
• Review work product of teams for compliance with organizational objectives and goals.
• Report progress of work, goals, problems and other issues to supervisors, upper-level management or boards of directors or committees responsible for oversight.
• Review news, regulations and updates related to the organization's products, services or programs
• Formulate and implement plans for recovery, alteration of work or otherwise handling emergencies, disruptions of programs, production or project schedules and unanticipated events.
• Take ownership of program development, planning and execution.
• Develop and control program budget.
• Identify funding opportunities and build relationships with executives.
• Manage timely completion of program deliverables.
• Ensure quality (fit for purpose) and accuracy of program work outcomes.
• Manage program risk.
• Provide quick resolution for problems and roadblocks.
• Develop and maintain a program schedule with milestones.
• Report program status including progress, productivity, risk and quality metrics.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Required Skills and Knowledge
• Knowledge of the functions and objectives of the agency.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the agency.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques used in the assigned technical function or specialty area.
• Ability to coordinate the unit activities with other units within and outside state government.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to analyze and interpret budgetary and technical data related to the area of assignment.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to influence.
• Communication skills also include listening to professionals in sales, marketing and human resources to ensure production or the program is executed according to standards.
Required Education and Experience
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
• Graduation from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Substitution: Additional qualifying experience as described below may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in a professional, administrative, technical, or supervisory position.
• Substitution: A graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. The graduate coursework, as outlined above, may substitute for a portion of the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
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 Schedules
Training 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 Compensation
Health Insurance Enrollment
Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Disability Insurance and more.
Life Insurance
Credit Union
Employee Discounts