Research Program Manager

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona. Research Program Manager 1

Job Location:

MPD Director's Office

1611 W. Jackson St.

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary Range: $70,019.98 - $80,019.98

Anticipated Salary: $75,019.98

Grade: 23

Closing Date: (no date specified)

The Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI) is a collaborative effort between the three state universities in Arizona and ADOT. This collaboration creates a transportation research consortium dedicated to advancing transportation research and development within the state.

This position will plan, organize, and coordinate research projects for the ADOT Research Center through the Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI). Oversees the Department’s research program timelines, deliverables, financial reports, budget and expenditures. This position bridges the gap between various stakeholders, business operations, and education institutions to ensure every research initiative meets ADOT and university research standards.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Develops innovative solutions and procedures for ADOT Leadership and public stakeholders through high-level reporting and presentations.
• Establishes planning methodologies and goals for the Department’s program.
• Partners with the Finance Office to ensure oversight of reports and program expenditure projections.
• Delivers independent analysis and resolution for budgetary issues.
• Oversees the end-to-end accuracy and scheduling of project delivery, serving as the primary lead for record-keeping and continuity of critical program decisions and updates.

• Project management frameworks for prioritizing high-volume workloads under tight deadlines
• Relational databases and statistical techniques for accurate reporting and tracking
• Applying strategic decision-making and SME-led problem-solving to evaluate complex data and provide recommendations
• Professional judgement and accountability

• Executive communication standards for verbal delivery and error-free written correspondence
• Using root-cause analysis and systematic methodologies to resolve underlying operational issues
• Analytical modeling and root-cause analysis to optimize project performance and operational outcomes
• Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Design tools such as Canva, Mail Chimp, and similar tools

• Lead conflict resolution and sustain high functioning team
• Facilitate alignment of ADOT and university-specific cultural and operational needs
• Use time management strategies to maintain momentum amid shifting priorities
• Maximize program scalability by addressing critical operational performance gaps
• Expertise at building professional relationships and delivering high quality technical and administrative reporting

Bachelor of Science in a transportation related field.

Two (2) years experience in transportation field or relevant degree or field.

Any combination of training and experience that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) may be substituted.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and…