Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch Manager

Oregon Department of Human Services; Salem, Scottdale (VA, GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Oregon Department of Transportation in Salem seeks a senior leader to direct Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance initiatives, shaping statewide policies and enforcing motor carrier laws. You will manage a large, dispersed team, oversee budgets, and drive safety programs aligned with agency goals.

The role requires extensive supervision experience, strong policy expertise, and collaboration with federal and state partners. Hybrid work options are available, with several days in-office weekly.

Qualifications

• Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience in compliance and regulatory activities.
• OR Four years of related experience in compliance and regulatory activities and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement statewide strategies for enforcing motor carrier tax, registration, size and weight laws in collaboration with division leadership.
• Manage Commerce and Compliance Division facilities statewide, including maintenance, capital improvements, and equipment operations, while aligning resources with budgetary goals.
• Formulate and revise commercial vehicle enforcement safety policies and procedures and ensure alignment with agency and enterprise guidance and goals.
• Identify legislative issues, contribute to policy development, and provide expert input on proposed state and federal laws affecting motor carriers.
• Assist in preparing and administering biennial and annual budgets.
• Oversee financial planning for the Safety and Enforcement branch.
• Administer contracts for facility and roadway repairs; coordinate with ODOT procurement and direct staff on STIP related projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Communication

People development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch Manager

Oregon Department of Transportation, Commerce & Compliance Division, Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch, Salem. Join our senior leadership team and help shape statewide commercial vehicle safety and enforcement. This role stewards critical public-facing operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods while upholding Oregon’s values of accountability, service and stewardship. As a leader of a large, dispersed team and substantial budget, you will influence policy, drive strategic improvements and collaborate with partners statewide. If you’re motivated by public service, complex regulatory work, and making a meaningful impact on Oregon’s transportation system, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Each employee of the Oregon Department of Transportation in the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) must be aware of, and adhere to, OAR 740-020-0010 and ORS 823.007. Failure to follow applicable administrative rules and statutes may impact employment. Not sure what this means? Visit the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) laws and rules website or contact the recruiter listed below for more information. 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:

• Develop and implement statewide strategies for enforcing motor carrier tax, registration, size and weight laws in collaboration with division leadership.
• Manage Commerce and Compliance Division facilities statewide, including maintenance, capital improvements, and equipment operations, while aligning resources with budgetary goals.
• Formulate and revise commercial vehicle enforcement safety policies and procedures and ensure alignment with agency and enterprise guidance and goals.
• Identify legislative issues, contribute to policy development, and provide expert input on proposed state and federal laws affecting motor carriers.
• Assist in preparing and administering biennial and annual budgets.
• Oversee financial planning for the Safety and Enforcement branch.
• Administer contracts for facility and roadway repairs; coordinate with ODOT procurement and direct staff on Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) related projects.
• Manage federal grants such as Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MSCAP), including application, disbursement and subcontractor oversight to support commercial vehicle safety initiatives.
• Mentor and evaluate section managers and staff.
• Set performance expectations and apply progressive discipline as needed.
• Oversee the development and delivery of ongoing training programs related to motor carrier enforcement and roadside safety.
• Represent ODOT in high-level discussions with federal, state, and local agencies, industry and advisory groups.
• Resolve complex and politically charged issues affecting commercial vehicle enforcement.
• Travel throughout the state is required and may include exposure to loud engines, nearby traffic, hazardous materials and nearby traffic when traveling to field locations.
• Work is primarily performed in a typical office setting.
• Hybrid work options are available with approximately 3 days per week in the office.

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 supervision, management, or progressively related experience in compliance and regulatory activities. OR Four years of related experience in compliance and regulatory activities and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Special qualifications:

Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid US 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:

• Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams through strategic vision, empathy, accountability and a focus on developing people and organizational success.
• Proven ability to foster a culture of autonomy, ownership, and creative problem-solving by aligning supervisors and staff around shared goals, clear expectations and trust based leadership.
• Expert communicator who aligns messages and delivery to diverse audiences, from front-line staff to elected officials, ensuring clarity, trust and unwavering professionalism in all settings.
• Ability to anticipate emerging needs, define long-term strategic direction and translate complex challenges into actionable plans that strengthen safety, compliance and organizational performance.
• Strong aptitude for interpreting, applying and operationalizing federal and state regulatory requirements, with the ability to translate complex rules into clear guidance that supports consistent compliance and effective decision-making.

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 System), 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 Affi… 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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