Program Manager; Deputy Division Administrator; U.S. Citizens and Federal

Program Manager (Deputy Division Administrator)

As a Program Manager (Deputy Division Administrator), you will:

• Participates with the Division Administrator in developing and implementing Federal-aid oversight initiatives and stewardship functions through an annual risk assessment of the State's Federal-aid program. Manages process reviews to improve and enhance project and program decision-making. Recommends quality improvements in division office delivery systems for transportation projects.
• Provides program expertise to State and local government officials and engineers to ensure effective program delivery in accordance with Title 23 and related applicable Federal laws.
• Direct a multi-disciplinary staff, through subordinate supervisors and team leaders, in providing responsible program and project delivery, technical assistance, and training in the administration of the Federal-aid highway program. Develop and implement standard operating procedures, manuals and guidance documents for staff to ensure consistent and efficient program delivery.
• Communicates organizational strategies, goals, objectives and priorities to internal and external audiences. Builds cohesive coalitions and partnerships with State and local officials.
• Create and utilize assessment tools to develop, coordinate, implement, and track the Division's Annual Performance Plan.

The ideal candidate for this position will have broad knowledge of the Federal-aid Highway Program. Diverse experience in all aspects of transportation project development from planning through construction, and experience leading a team of transportation professionals. The candidate will also have several years of experience with Federal-aid or Federal Lands Highway program management.