Statewide Planning Section Supervisor

Helena, MT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Statewide Planning Section Supervisor to lead strategic multimodal transportation planning efforts that help ensure a safe efficient and sustainable transportation system for Montanas communities. This position oversees statewide and urban planning programs provides guidance and technical assistance to local governments and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and ensures federal and state compliance in planning and programming processes. Responsible for advancing MDTs statewide planning initiatives including overseeing corridor studies long-range transportation plans transportation improvement programs and air quality programs. Collaborate with local tribal and federal partners to align statewide vision with local transportation needs manage a talented team of planning professionals and contribute to sound investment strategies that enhance Montanas mobility and economic vitality. This position reports to the Planning & Modal Transportation Bureau Chief and directly manages 8 employees.

For a full job description please contact Alycia Gereg at .

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available

Health Dental and Vision Insurance

Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Benefits apply on first day of employment

Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Transportation Planning Economics Business Public Administration or a related field.

4 years of experience in planning program analysis research impact assessment mitigation or a related field and 1 year of supervision or team lead experience.

Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 8 years of related experience and 1 year of supervision.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of transportation planning theory methods and techniques and of State and Federal transportation programs including program structures funding distribution and the legislative process.

Knowledge of Federal and State transportation laws and regulations; public involvement laws and methods; and the relationship between transportation and social economic land use visual aesthetic and environmental factors in Montana.

Ability to communicate effective with diverse and broad audiences including the public.

Required Application Materials:

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Required Experience:

Manager

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Statewide Planning Section Supervisor to lead strategic multimodal transportation planning efforts that help ensure a safe efficient and sustainable transportation system for Montanas communities. This position oversees statewide and...