Transportation Administrator -Ross Co (County Manager)

In County/Highway Operations: 48 mos. exp. or 48 mos. trg. in construction or highway management projects &/or program related activities (e.g. developing & executing operational plans involving related equipment materials or employees developing operational plans & budgets); 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in reading survey &/or construction plans to include 12 mos. trg. in supervisory principles & techniques or management.

In Construction: completion of undergraduate core program in Construction Management or Construction Engineering Technology; 24 mos. exp. or 24 mos. trg. in construction or highway management projects &/or program related activities (e.g. developing & executing operational plans involving related equipment materials or employees developing operational plans & budgets including 12 mos. Trg. Or exp. In critical path method scheduling software); 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in reading survey &/or construction plans to include 12 mos. trg. in supervisory principles & techniques or management.

-Or 24 mos. exp. as Transportation Construction Manager;

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Management

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nations 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that we do A LOT! From Planning Engineering Construction to Law HR Communications IT and everything in between ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking passionate and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agencys vision every day: To be a long term reliable professional and highly productive organization.

ODOTs Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe accessible well maintained and positioned for the future.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20

If operating state-owned vehicle must show proof of valid drivers license OR must provide own transportation.

This position is overtime exempt per FLSA Standards.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

In County plans & administers entire highway management program within allocated budget (i.e. plans & schedules long & short term highway maintenance & funded construction activities to include location of proposed work type of work quantity of items estimated cost & if work should be accomplished by contract or force account; prioritized & authorized operations through job assignments prepared by lower-level supervisor; ensures operations comply with directives standard operating procedures & policies of department; coordinates with higher authorities & other supervisors to assure adequate personnel to staff projects; establishes operating plan to ensure cost effective application of staff materials equipment & other resources for maintenance & funded construction activities) controls budget by allocating resources to area operations based on evaluation of needs & obtains resources needed to manage area (e.g. all highway maintenance material including aggregate asphalt concrete guardrail culverts catch basins salt grit calcium; all utilities including water electricity natural gas or propane telephone & sewers & fuel to operate equipment) monitors & reports budgetary levels to higher authorities; requests modifications to budget as needs dictate (e.g. emergencies) projects future fiscal needs to Highway Management Administrator by evaluating requests & reports of projects & needed improvements submitted by lower-level supervisors projects next fiscal years materials equipment & personnel needs to develop budget recommendation. Authorized purchase of needed resources supervises lower-level supervisors &/or other personnel in projects/activities (e.g. coaches staff through developmental assignments & feedback; ensures supervisor utilize developmental plans for staff; evaluates performance; administers or recommends discipline as appropriate; interviews & recommends applicants for hire or promotion; provides opportunities & assesses needs for developmental training). Ensures 502s are entered correctly.

Travels throughout county to document road inventory every two weeks. Verifies that all highways have been inspected in accordance with established standards & policies; identifies existing defects & schedules for repair; ensures all equipment within assigned county work unit or yard territory has preventative maintenance performed remains in high state of readiness & is operated in safe manner; periodically reports all overtime usage; is responsible for contracts & housekeeping for all building & facilities & inventory control within assigned county work unit or yard territory; assures that all materials meet standards & properly utilized. Works with Planning in project scoping to ensure project intent is represented in plans; review plans during plan development stages; participates in milestone reviews. Attend preconstruction meetings; review significant change orders; serve as member of final inspection/acceptance team.

Ensures safety of employees assigned to area (i.e. work zones are in compliance with appropriate standards; employees are properly trained prior to utilizing equipment; all employees maintain appropriate required license; staff follows proper safety guidelines when utilizing equipment).

Performs administrative duties related to highway maintenance operations (e.g. investigates & responds to complaints from property owners & public; investigates Court of Claim cases & provides documentation of work activities when directed; prepares concise & accurate written reports relating to operational activities; hold &/or participate in construction progress meetings to stay informed of changes to contractor schedule & staffing needs; attends meetings with general public & other governmental agencies; maintains records & files; interviews prospective employees counsels employees follows collective bargaining agreement in relation to matters involving union staff; works with labor relations/personnel to respond to grievances or other labor related issues; answers correspondence; operates personal computer to enter & retrieve data &/or generate reports & correspondence).