Transportation Hauling Permit Specialist - Kanawha Co.

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation Hauling Permit Specialist to help implement and train on the ProMiles permit system. You will issue and review oversize/overweight permits, update restrictions from road construction, and coordinate with haulers, districts, and enforcement authorities.

This role requires knowledge of hauling policies and involves working under supervision with opportunities to contribute to policy improvements and training for field teams.

Qualifications

• Six years of full-time or equivalent experience in logistics, dispatching, trucking, route mapping, or related transport areas.
• Substitution: coursework in CAD, logistics, operations management, or related fields may substitute for four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Recommend changes in hauling policies and train to gain knowledge of the ProMiles permit system.
• Issue and review oversize/overweight permits to haulers.
• Coordinate between haulers, districts, and enforcement.
• Work is reviewed by supervisors as required.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Permit handling

Interagency communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nature of Work

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Hauling Permit Specialist will recommend changes in hauling policies and train to gain in-depth knowledge of the new permit system, ProMiles. Issue and review oversize/overweight permits to haulers, update system to include current restrictions from road construction and maintenance activities, coordinate between haulers, districts, enforcement, etc. At this level, work is checked by supervisors as required, Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

Training / Education

• High school diploma or the equivalent.

Experience

• Six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in logistics, dispatching, trucking, route mapping, or other areas pertaining to delivery, distribution, shipping, and/or transport of materials.
• Substitution: Successful completion of coursework from a regionally accredited college or university in CAD, design, logistics, operations management, industrial engineering or industrial management, business administration, or any logistical area may substitute for four (4) years of the required experience through an established formula.

Additional Requirement

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Lena Shavers
• Phone Number: 304-414-6816
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Salary and Wages

• Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

• Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.
• Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance) The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

• The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

• The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

• State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

• The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

• Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

• 15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

• We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Training and Developmental Opportunities

• We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

• Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

• Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

• Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

• We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives. For more information about benefits visit our Benefits Web Site.