Region 4 Manager

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Transportation seeks a Region 4 Manager (Administrator 2) in Bend to lead planning, delivery, maintenance and operations for Central Oregon transportation facilities. You will guide a large team, influence strategy, and collaborate with multiple branches and regional leaders to support Oregon’s multimodal system.

As a senior leader, you will oversee budgets, contracts and personnel actions, travel regionally and statewide, and contribute to a safe, reliable

Qualifications

• Seven years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery.
• OR Four years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for statewide programs and all region employees.
• Work with internal and external partners to develop and implement short and long term transportation plans and plans for emergency events.
• Direct plan development, program development, program management, project design, construction contracts, maintenance and operations.
• Oversee personal services, projects, budgets and spending.
• Monitor maintenance and operations conditions, ongoing construction projects and connect with crews through routine tours.
• Manage project delivery for capital improvement and other projects.
• Coordinate with local governments, the public, state representatives and the media to gather information and set priorities.
• Guide the region’s management team and oversee personnel actions, performance management and budget administration.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Creative problem solving

Strategic collaboration

People development

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Transportation Infrastructure Development & Project Delivery Administrator 2 - Region 4 Manager

Oregon Department of Transportation

Bend

Initial Posting Date 09/18/2026
Application Deadline 10/12/2026
Agency Department of Transportation
Salary Range $11,942 - $18,491
Position Type Employee
Position Title Region 4 Manager

The Role

We're looking for a Region 4 manager to join our leadership team! In this role, you will have overall authority for the planning, project selection and delivery, maintenance and operation of state transportation facilities and buildings within Central Oregon. Region 4 consists of over 350 employees, has its headquarters and Technical Resource Center in Bend, district maintenance and project offices in Bend, The Dalles and Klamath Falls and numerous maintenance stations throughout the region. As a key leader within the Delivery & Operations Division, you will have a strong voice in the strategic direction of the division and the ongoing development of more than 2,300 employees. You will work collaboratively with the Maintenance & Operations Branch, Engineering & Technical Services Branch, Statewide Project Delivery Branch and the four other regions to maintain, operate and improve Oregon's multimodal transportation system.

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A Day In The Life

• Provide leadership and direction for statewide programs and all region employees.
• Work with internal and external partners to develop and implement short and long term transportation plans and plans for emergency events.
• Direct plan development, program development, program management, project design, construction contracts, maintenance and operations.
• Oversee personal services, projects, budgets and spending.
• Monitor maintenance and operations conditions, ongoing construction projects and connect with crews through routine tours.
• Manage project delivery for capital improvement and other projects.
• Coordinate with local governments, the public, state representatives and the media to gather information and set priorities.
• Guide the region’s management team and oversee personnel actions, performance management and budget administration.
• Represent the region at meetings, respond to questions or concerns, and communicate with internal and external partners.
• This position is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays.
• Considerable travel is required within the region and statewide in all types of weather.
• Hybrid work options available - frequency of hybrid work will be based on business needs.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [e-mail].

What’s In It For You

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

Minimum Qualifications

Seven years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery.

OR Four years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Special Qualifications

Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

What We’d Like To See

• Visionary and proactive strategic leadership with a focus on desired positive outcomes versus reacting to problems and focusing on obstacles.
• Experience generating and encouraging creativity and solutions.
• Experience fostering consensus and a team approach through your actions to build strong, long term interpersonal working relationships to deliver or exceed predefined objectives.
• Experience developing, coaching and mentoring employees in delivery of high quality work and engaged team participation.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with key federal, state and local officials and the public.

Additional Information

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension].
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.
• We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data Service), and/or education verification as required for the position.
• You will become part of the state's management team.

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimitive Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

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