Asset Strategy Program Manager

State of Montana; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Relocation assistance

Overtime/compensatory time

Public service culture and work-life

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking an Asset Strategy Program Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversee MDT’s asset management program from its Helena office.

The role focuses on developing and advancing a comprehensive asset strategy that informs decisions across maintenance, operations, planning, engineering, and budget, ensuring data-driven investments to preserve infrastructure value over its lifecycle. A team of four reports will support these efforts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of asset management principles, lifecycle planning and performance-based investment strategies.
• Understanding of transportation data systems, condition assessment, and statistical analysis for data-driven decision making.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of MDT’s asset management program.
• Develop, implement, maintain and advance a comprehensive asset strategy program.
• Inform decision-making across maintenance, operations, planning, engineering, and budget.

Skills

Asset management principles

Lifecycle planning

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional leadership

Transportation data systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Bachelor's degree in business management

Bachelor's degree in business finance

Bachelor's degree in mathematics

Bachelor's degree in data analytics

Job description

Job Description - Asset Strategy Program Manager (26142794)

Position Title:

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Asset Strategy Program Manager. This position is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of MDT’s asset management program. Responsible for the development, implementation, maintaining and advancing a comprehensive asset strategy program that informs decision-making across all areas of the department (maintenance, operations, planning, engineering, and budget). Responsible for having data-driven investments that preserve the condition, performance, and value of MDT’s transportation infrastructure over its lifecycle. This position will report directly to the Asset Strategy, Operations & Maintenance Manager and will have 4 direct reports.

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 may be available

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

Benefits apply on first day of employment

Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, business administration, business management, business finance, mathematics, data analytics or related degree.

6 years of related experience.

3 years of progressively responsible management experience.

Alternative combinations of related experience or education may be considered. Such as 10 years of related experience and 3 years of progressively responsible management experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of asset management principles, including lifecycle planning, risk-based prioritization, and performance-based investment strategies.

Understanding of transportation data systems, condition assessment, and statistical analysis is essential to support data-driven decision-making and long-term infrastructure planning.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

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. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

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.

MDT participates 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

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.

"This position is covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association). The successful applicant for this position who is eligible-retirement qualified will be required to participate in the VEBA group. The VEBA group can take part in an annual election. Any questions regarding the VEBA can be addressed to Laurie Edwards, MDT People Operations Bureau 444-6053."

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : Not Applicable

Salary: $

121,450.00 - 121,450.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Transportation Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Thomas Skoog | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.