Transportation Operations Administrator (Internal Transportation Operations applicants only)

Description

The Hennepin County Public Works Transportation Operations department is seeking a Transportation Operations Administrator to provide strategic leadership program management and administrative oversight of Road Operations and Permits.

Location and hours:

This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site at the Public Works Facility 1600 Prairie Dr Medina MN and remote as job duties require. This position will also be required to work at other locations across the county as needed. Work hours will be Monday through Friday with typical hours of 7 a.m. 3:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About the position type:

This is a full-time benefit-earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employeeof the Transportation Operations department to apply for this position. Note: Limited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as a Department Administrator Senior. Click here to view the job classification specification.

Note: You must attach a resume with your application materials to be considered for this position.

In this position you will:

• Lead strategic initiatives for Road Operations and Permits to ensure delivery of high-quality- services aligned with Hennepin County values goals and Public Works priorities.
• Work closely with Public Works leaders to establish data driven forward-looking operational plans covering roadway operations and maintenance permit work coordination and system reliability.
• Provide leadership direction and support to Road Operations and Permit staff fostering a culture of safety accountability continuous improvement and customer service.
• Create implement and monitor long range operational staffing and maintenance models to be responsive to short term needs while meeting long term objectives.
• Track analyze and interpret staff utilization and efficiency and develop strategic conclusions for continuous improvement.
• Manage annual budgets and quarterly forecasts propose expenditure adjustments as necessary; guide the creation of the annual budget.
• Manage equipment needs and resource allocation to support effective and efficient delivery of services and outcomes.
• Develop implement and maintain standardized operating procedures and best practices to ensure consistent efficient and safe delivery of road maintenance services.
• Collaborate with county leaders state and local agencies and municipal partners to ensure road operations align with initiatives including safety climate action and disparity elimination efforts.
• Oversee emergency response operations for weather events roadway hazards and other incidents impacting mobility and public safety.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements environmental standards and workplace safety practices across all operational activities.

Need to have:

One of the following:

• Ten years or more of program administration experience in government or an organization closely related to government.
• Bachelors degree or higher in business administration or other field appropriate to the position and six years or more of program administration experience in government or an organization closely related to government.

Nice to have:

Experience:

• Overseeing and managing road operations.
• Developing and implementing strategic plans budgeting and performance management standards.
• Developing metrics and key performance indicators to support data driven decision making.
• Planning coordinating organizing and problem-solving with the ability to think both strategically and tactically.
• Applying innovative solutions to maximize resources/budgets while delivering high-quality outcomes
• Leading efforts to identify and address systemic inequities and disparate outcomes.
• Overseeing managing and guiding teams and individuals from different areas of expertise and/or industry.

Knowledge of:

• Strategic planning and resource management.
• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Policy and guideline development.
• Budget and financial management.
• Technology data and analytics tools to support business priorities.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with contractors public officials county employees municipal partners and the general public.
• Direct coordinate and evaluate the work of professional and technical staff using effective management leadership and interpersonal skills.

About the department:

We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation collaboration and the responsible use of resources.

About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities eliminate inequities and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy all people are valued and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community competitive pay work-life balance a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more atThe Bridge (login as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

If you have any questions please contact:

Kelsey Shelton

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Employer

Hennepin County

Address

Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis Minnesota 55487

Phone

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Experience:

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