Transportation Manager

345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual benefit allowance

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive insurance plans

Job summary

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION is seeking a Transportation Manager in Oklahoma City (Agency 345). The position directs Right-of-Way and Utilities projects, oversees staff, and ensures on-time, compliant delivery. Exempt FLSA status, full-time, located at 200 NE 21st Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in transportation work with supervisory experience; knowledge of engineering practices, budgets, and stakeholder relations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with three years of transportation-related work experience and one year supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage transportation projects in right-of-way and utility contexts.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with engineers, planners, and public officials.
• Develop budgets and monitor expenses to align with approved budgets.
• Represent the department in public communications and with stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Transportation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Posting Title: Transportation Manager Agency 345

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Supervisory Organization Chief Engineer - Project Delivery - Right-of-Way

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date: (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: $98,500

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering annual benefit allowances, a variety of health, dental, and vision plan options, paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year, 11 paid holidays, robust retirement savings plans, and an EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way.

Annual Benefit Allowance: The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans: The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

Retirement Savings Plans: Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%. Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above. OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS.

Annual & Sick Leave (PTO): 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service. 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service. 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service. 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.

Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.

Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year.

Longevity Pay: Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

Job Description

Position Title: Transportation Manager

Department: Right of Way

Division: 9

Report to: Assistant Chief of Right-of-Way and Utilities

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: 200 NE 21st Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

Note: Candidates selected for positions at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation may be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening before beginning employment. Some positions may also require applicants to participate in a Physical Abilities Demonstration and be rated as capable of performing the essential functions of this job family.

Basic Purpose: Positions in this job family are responsible for performing various levels of transportation management duties. This may include supervision of a staff of professional, technical and support personnel involved in planning, construction, design, right-of-way or aerial survey activities, or maintenance of various types of transportation systems.

Typical Functions: The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following: Selects, develops, trains, and motivates subordinate staff to ensure that resources are available to provide quality services and on-time performance for the agency or unit supported. Plans, organizes and manages the work of subordinate staff in the assigned unit to ensure that the work is accomplished consistent with agency requirements. Directs activities of all or part of an agency’s responsibility; e.g., section, branch, division, etc. Develops, conducts, or administers a transportation program within an agency in accordance with agencies’ policies, priorities and budget constraints. Manages and/or develops budgets for an assigned unit including operating requirements and equipment and material purchases and ensures that actual expenses are consistent with the approved budget. Represents the department in contacts with the general public and public officials, answering questions and resolving complaints.

Level Descriptor: Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others. At this level incumbents are responsible for performing supervisory or advanced transportation management work. Incumbents may serve as a resident transportation manager or may direct a transportation branch within the Department of Transportation or Oklahoma Transportation Authority.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in transportation related work plus one additional year of qualifying experience in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.

Note: No substitution may be made for the required supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of technical engineering practices and principles; of management principles; of engineering plans and specifications; of right-of-way activities; of all aspects of field roadway construction; of highway contracts administration; of supervisory principles and practices; and of transportation systems and planning principles. Ability is required to design and implement construction plans; to organize projects; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to collect and organize data; to conduct inspections; and to direct the activities of a transportation branch.

Special Qualifications

Certified General Appraiser or Licensed Real Estate Appraiser preferred.

Additional Job Duties

Supervise and coordinate appraisal staff responsible for Appraisal responsibilities with ODOT Right-of-Way projects. Manage all aspects of appraisal and review appraisal activities, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act). Coordinate appraisal contracting, assignments, schedules, deliverables, and project requirements. Review and evaluate appraisals and review appraisals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards. Develop and monitor project cost estimates, schedules, and appraisal-related expenditures. Apply relevant policies, procedures, personnel functions, training requirements, and project management practices to appraisal operations. Identify appraisal‑related issues, develop solutions, and communicate problems or recommendations. Monitor project milestones and ensure appraisal activities are completed within established schedules. Provide oversight and guidance to appraisal personnel to ensure consistent and efficient project delivery. Coordinate with internal staff, consultants, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely completion of appraisal and Right‑of‑Way activities.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

Industries: Government Administration
Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees
Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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