Transportation Manager

Position: Transportation Manager (Open Until Filled)
Location: Pawnee

Job Title Transportation Manager Department Transportation Supervisor Executive  Director

Position Overview Under supervision of the Executive Director. The Transportation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the PNDOTS management including funding, budgets, project management, safety, planning (TTIP, LRTP, Safety, Transit, etc.) route/bridge inventory, GIS Database for routes and easement inventories, public hearings and meetings associated with planning and projects, equipment maintenance, staff supervision, day to day maintenance on routes, easements, and Tribal ROW, development of special projects and respond to RFPs, training, regulatory and NEPA compliance, and other functions as required to insure the sustainable growth and services of the Department.

Essential Functions Manages the Department of Transportation and administers transportation projects within strict budgetary guidelines and time deadlines by managing and supervising project activities, communicating with stakeholders, monitoring quality and timeliness, conducting inspections, and resolving any issues, in accordance with the Pawnee Nation and U.S. Federal Highways Administration policies, procedures, and requirements;

Responsible for roads project management, including the identification and acquisition of resources and coordination of efforts among Pawnee Nation staff, contractors, consultants, and other concerned parties;

Coordinates with the Department of Transportation Assistant Manager for the planning and development of the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), the Tribal Transportation Improvement Plans (TTIP), project administrations, bid proposals, grants, safety plans, departmental budgets, assessment of roads for the IRR inventory, RIFDS and Transit planning;

Develops project proposals and cost projections for the purpose of generating funds for the transportation department;

Serves as the lead contractor for all roads projects, by establishing and communicating project scope, activities, timelines, reporting requirements, and deliverables, identifying and resolving project issues related to third party contractors, and proactively managing changes in project scope, identifying potential crises, and devising contingency plans to insure all interests of the Pawnee Nation are being exercised;

Acts as a liaison with other jurisdictions, agencies, departments, contractors and the general public for traffic and road maintenance issues, concerns or improvements;

Develops Departmental Quarterly Reports and Project Status Reports, in accordance with content requirements and reporting deadlines;

Supervision over the TT/HEO’s by providing leadership, training and guidance to ensure proper maintenance of roadways and transportation system in a safe and environmentally friendly manner;

Operates construction and maintenance equipment, when necessary to perform light maintenance and/or repair on roads or to assist in the clearing of roads due to inclement weather conditions;

Ensures PNDOTS owned construction and maintenance equipment is keep cleaned, properly serviced, maintained and in a state of readiness;

Participates in workshops and meetings designed to enhance, improve, and/or further the development of the Transportation Department;

Conducts annual evaluations and assessments of department components and personnel according to established policies, procedures and regulations;

Develops, implements and maintains departmental policies and procedures;

Adheres to Pawnee Nation (PN) Fiscal Policies and Procedures(FP&P);

Ensures proper purchasing and procurement procedures are used, according to PN FP&P;

Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results, as required;

Communicates with the Executive Director as directed or as necessary;

Maintains confidentiality;

Performs other duties, as assigned and within the scope of the position.

Educational Requirements Minimum :
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management field; or, may substitute ten (10) years’ work experience in Transportation Construction Management.

Preferred:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management field and ten (10) years’…