Maintenance Programs Director & Emergency Operations Lead

Virginia Department of Transportation; Courtland (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation in Virginia's Courtland area seeks an experienced Maintenance Program Manager to coordinate and direct resources for the maintenance program, develop long-range plans, and manage budgets. The role supports emergency operations, environmental compliance, and the preservation of Virginia's infrastructure.

The successful candidate will lead field maintenance leadership, oversee equipment resources, and ensure safety standards while aligning with state and

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with the general public, property owners, contractors, and VDOT staff.
• Ability to plan and coordinate resources, manage multiple projects and schedules; assess training needs and provide workforce development opportunities.
• Ability to supervise and manage diverse staff by analyzing needs, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations to support organizational values and goals.
• Ability to understand, apply, and advocate for safety standards and procedures for implementation into the workforce.
• Considerable knowledge of federal and state highway, transportation rules, regulations, and policies.
• Considerable knowledge of inventory management.
• Considerable knowledge of roadway construction and maintenance operations, equipment, materials, and techniques.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Budget Development and Management: Ensure financial resources are planned and expended to fulfill needs within budgetary limits, policies, procedures, and deadlines.
• Communications: Respond to inquiries from internal and external customers, communicate with officials, citizens and media, and promote open communications.
• Emergency Operations: Ensure staff are trained for emergency response, coordinate resource and equipment readiness, and conduct after-action reviews.
• Environmental: Ensure timely submittal of documents and compliance with environmental permits and plans.
• Equipment: Manage equipment resources, preventive maintenance, and asset replacement coordination.
• Fiscal, Inventory, and Procurement: Oversee purchasing, inventory and accounts receivable, and ensure IMS goals are met.
• Maintenance Operations Program Delivery: Manage maintenance staff, schedules, budgets, and compliance.
• Pavement Management: Oversee resurfacing schedules, ride reviews, and timely submittals.
• Workforce Safety: Lead safety programs, investigate incidents, and promote safety culture.

Skills

Budgeting

Communications

Emergency operations

Environmental compliance

Equipment management

Fiscal management

Maintenance operations

Pavement management

Workforce safety

Staff supervision

Education

Engineering or Public Administration background

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation in Virginia's Courtland area seeks an experienced Maintenance Program Manager to coordinate and direct resources for the maintenance program, develop long-range plans, and manage budgets. The role supports emergency operations, environmental compliance, and the preservation of Virginia's infrastructure.

The successful candidate will lead field maintenance leadership, oversee equipment resources, and ensure safety standards while aligning with state and