Transportation District Maintenance Special Services Sec. Manager(Special Services Section Manager)

Introduction

Are you a DOT employee looking for the next step in your career? 

If so, we encourage you to learn about this exciting opportunity and apply!

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) invites agency employees to apply for the position of Transportation District Maintenance Special Services Section Manager in theBureau of Highway Operations in District 2, Norwich!

WHAT WE CAN CONTINUE TO OFFER YOU

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• The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

THE ROLE


The Transportation District Maintenance Special Services Section Manager will oversee and manage staff in Special Services and Maintenance Planning units for the District, engage in critical field support and regulatory matters which include but are not limited to, handling encroachment permits, economic development and construction contracts for highway maintenance projects, snow plowing contractors, construction permit reviews, plan and property reviews, environmental compliance, draining/flooding complaints, claims investigation, highway maintenance contracts.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Monday through Friday
• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• First Shift
• Norwich, CT

ABOUT US

It is the DOT's mission to provide a safe, accessible, and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We are looking for energetic and driven team players who are passionate about serving the public and about the work we do to deliver the DOT’s mission. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values here!

Selection Plan

To Apply:

• In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, of the agency listed above, for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
• The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the individual listed on this job posting. 
• Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
• Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 

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Important Information After You Apply:

• This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
• Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview. 
• Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
• Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
• Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

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Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highways this class is accountable for supervising engineers and technicians in the investigation and inspection of permits, traffic and drainage issues and coordinating district maintenance training programs in a District Maintenance Office.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; provides staff training and assistance conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans office work; establishes and maintains office procedures; develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; oversees investigation for all requests for work affecting state owned highways by property owners, public utilities, municipalities and other state agencies prior to issuance of any applicable permits for construction; supervises inspection of permit work to ensure compliance with sound engineering judgment and prescribed specifications; verifies completion of permit work for release of bonds; directs investigation of highway drainage problems and implementation of remedies; oversees surveys and coordinates recommendations for resolution and improvement of traffic problems; directs investigation of all roadside planting and maintenance problems and programs; implements and maintains a broad training program involving all highway maintenance functions; supervises field investigation of complaints relating to highway maintenance or permit matters and makes appropriate recommendations for correction; coordinates all business management functions of District Maintenance Office; coordinates district emergency management activities; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of principles and practices of highway engineering; knowledge of principles and practices of traffic engineering and operations; knowledge of scope and function of traffic safety work; knowledge of highway drainage engineering, construction and maintenance; knowledge of roadside development and designs; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints and specifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of lead and/or supervisory experience involving the planning, inspection and/or administration of highway maintenance projects.

Note: For state employees lead and/or supervisory experience is interpreted at the level of Transportation Supervising District Services Agent, Transportation Maintenance Planner 3 or Transportation Engineer 3 in charge of the district traffic or drainage function.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with management and oversight of maintenance and engineering projects and operations
• Experience with Maintenance Special Services (drainage, traffic, encroachment, permits, agreements, and landscape/vegetation management)
• Experience with processing claims, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations, training and safety, and vendor contracting
• Experience providing direction and prioritization of work activities consistent with the Department’s mission and responsibilities and the Bureau’s program goals
• Experience interviewing candidates and preparing interview selection reports
• Experience networking and communicating with external and internal parties who impact maintenance and highway operations’ issues
• Experience communicating with a diverse population through phone, email, and face-to-face interactions
• Experience with Maintenance Planning, Department of Administrative Services (DAS) contracts, and General Letter 71 (GL-71) procurement guidelines
• Experience working within the limitations of a set budget and coordination of multiple projects with various funding sources
• Experience with resolving conflict with developers, consultants, and contractors

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess appropriate current licenses or permits.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.