Asset Management Section Supervisor

Montana Department of Transportation; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Health insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation seeks an Asset Management Section Supervisor to lead the statewide Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS) program and drive data‑based transportation investment decisions. You will collaborate with internal divisions, districts, leadership, and partners such as FHWA and AASHTO to shape asset data best practices.

The role offers a hybrid remote work arrangement and requires strong leadership, data governance, and budgeting skills to guide statewide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (business, CS, data science, eng, math) required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in data, asset management, or information systems.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or team lead experience required.
• Combinations of related work experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the statewide Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS) program.
• Collaborate with internal divisions, districts, leadership, and external partners.
• Shape how MDT collects, integrates, and uses asset data for investment decisions.

Skills

Asset management

Data governance

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years experience

Tools

BI tools

Data warehouse

Relational DB

Dimensional modeling

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Asset Management Section Supervisor. We are seeking a collaborative, forward‑thinking leader to serve as the Asset Management Section Supervisor. This position leads the statewide Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS) program and plays a key role in shaping how MDT collects, integrates, manages, and uses asset data to drive strategic, performance‑based transportation investment decisions. The role is highly visible within the agency, regularly coordinating with internal divisions, districts, leadership, and external partners such as FHWA, AASHTO, and other DOTs.

For a full job description, please contact Thomas Skoog at [e-mail].

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
• Requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in a data related field, engineering, asset management, information system management, project management, or related field.
• This position requires a minimum of 1 year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Combinations of additional related work experience and education may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of enterprise asset management principles, data governance, and systems integration across multiple technical domains.
• Knowledge of business management, public administration, strategic planning, budgeting, and workforce management.
• Knowledge of data warehouse architecture, relational and dimensional database structures, and business intelligence tools.
• Knowledge of State personnel rules and how to interpret and apply them in daily supervisory activities.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles and procurement processes for technology and professional services.
• Skill in project management, business analysis, and planning/organizing the work of a technically diverse team.
• Skill in communication, facilitation, and negotiation with internal and external stakeholders including FHWA, AASHTO, and local agencies.
• Skill in developing and monitoring budgets, KPIs, and performance dashboards.
• Ability to translate complex technical data concepts for both technical and non‑technical audiences, including legislators and the public.
• Ability to lead organizational change and build consensus among staff and stakeholders with differing priorities.

Required Application Materials

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Other Information

• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply.
• The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury‑free workplace.
• Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
• Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E‑Verify, please visit the E‑Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.