Roadway Programs Coordinator (Department of Transportation Employees Only)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Roadway Programs Coordinator within the Department of Transportation to guide major programs that keep local roads safe and well maintained. The role emphasizes coordination, budgeting, and environmental program support.

You will develop and monitor the Annual Work Plan, coordinate resources and activities, and support planning with data-driven analyses and teamwork. This is a full-time role with daytime hours and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Roadway Programs Specialist or Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor; or
• Three years of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and an associate's degree in a field of business administration, computer science, highway engineering technology or closely related program; or
• One year of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or civil engineering related discipline; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and track the Annual Work Plan, including budgets, contracts, and customer service activities
• Monitor work unit output, equipment usage, and material needs
• Analyze roadway management system reports to ensure goals are met
• Assist with environmental procedures and training within the SEMP program
• Monitor work budgets and propose adjustments based on spending and resource limits
• Support emergency planning, staff scheduling, and safety meetings

Skills

Coordination

Budget management

Data analysis

Education

Associate's degree in business administration / computer science / highway engineering technology

Bachelor's degree in business administration / computer science / mathematics / statistics / civil engineering

Job description

As a Roadway Programs Coordinator with the Department of Transportation, you will help guide major programs that keep local roads safe and well maintained. This position offers meaningful work that strengthens both planning and daily operations. You will gain valuable experience while supporting crews, budgets, and environmental initiatives. This is a great role for someone who enjoys coordination and teamwork.

This position supports the development and monitoring of the Annual Work Plan by coordinating budgets, resources, and program activities. As a Roadway Programs Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:

• Work Plan Management: Develop and track the Annual Work Plan, including budgets, inventory needs, contracts, and customer service activities
• Program Monitoring: Review work unit output, equipment usage, and material needs to identify improvements and support planning
• Data Analysis: Analyze reports from roadway management systems to ensure goals and objectives are met
• Environmental Support: Assist with environmental procedures, training, and business plan objectives outlined in the SEMP program
• Budget Oversight: Monitor work budgets and recommend adjustments based on spending and resource limits
• Coordination Duties: Support emergency planning, assist with staff scheduling, manage office personnel, and participate in labor and safety meetings

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• This position may require overtime and shift work.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Organization or Location Restrictions

• This posting is restricted to Department of Transportation employees only.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of experience as a Roadway Programs Specialist or Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor; or
• Three years of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and an associate's degree in a field of business administration, computer science, highway engineering technology or closely related program; or
• One year of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or civil engineering related discipline; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements

• This particular position also requires an active Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

This position is not subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Promotion Without Exam
  • Reassignment(Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualify for reassignment.)..)
  • Voluntary Demotion

Promotion Without Examination (PWOE)

• Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
  • Roadway Programs Specialist
  • Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor
  • Roadway Programs Technician 2
  • Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor
• Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
• The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
• Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
• Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower classes by the posting closing date with no break in service.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.