Assistant Division Chief - Transportation Planning

Maryland Department of Transportation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Transportation's State Highway Administration is seeking an Assistant Division Chief (Administrator VI) in Baltimore to lead long-range transportation planning for MDOT SHA and coordinate capital program development with local governments and MPOs.

The role includes supervising staff, guiding policy interpretation, and briefing leadership ahead of annual consultations and legislative sessions. A strong background in transportation planning and staff management is essential.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
• Selective qualification requires three years of transportation planning and one year supervising a program.
• Substitution options are allowed per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage professional staff and oversee MDOT SHA planning activities.
• Coordinate capital program development and advise on projects.
• Brief MDOT SHA management before annual consultations and during the General Assembly.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Transportation planning familiarity

Staff supervision

Policy communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maryland Department of Transportation's State Highway Administration is seeking an Assistant Division Chief (Administrator VI) in Baltimore to lead long-range transportation planning for MDOT SHA and coordinate capital program development with local governments and MPOs.

The role includes supervising staff, guiding policy interpretation, and briefing leadership ahead of annual consultations and legislative sessions. A strong background in transportation planning and staff management is essential.