Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch Manager

Position Title

Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch Manager

07/31/2026

08/13/2026

Department of Transportation

$8,299 - $12,835

Employee

Compliance and Regulatory Manager 3 – Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch Manager

Oregon Department of Transportation

Commerce and Compliance Division

Roadside Enforcement & Safety Compliance Branch

Salem

Join our senior leadership team and help shape statewide commercial vehicle safety and enforcement. This role stewards critical public-facing operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods while upholding Oregon’s values of accountability, service and stewardship. As a leader of a large, dispersed team and substantial budget, you will influence policy, drive strategic improvements and collaborate with partners statewide. If you’re motivated by public service, complex regulatory work, and making a meaningful impact on Oregon’s transportation system, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Each employee of the Oregon Department of Transportation in the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) must be aware of, and adhere to, OAR  and ORS 823.007. Failure to follow applicable administrative rules and statutes may impact employment. Visit the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) laws and rules website for more information. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive.

We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

• Develop and implement statewide strategies for enforcing motor carrier tax, registration, size and weight laws in collaboration with division leadership.
• Manage Commerce and Compliance Division facilities statewide, including maintenance, capital improvements, and equipment operations, while aligning resources with budgetary goals.
• Formulate and revise commercial vehicle enforcement safety policies and procedures and ensure alignment with agency and enterprise guidance and goals.
• Identify legislative issues, contribute to policy development, and provide expert input on proposed state and federal laws affecting motor carriers.
• Assist in preparing and administering biennial and annual budgets. Oversee financial planning for the Safety and Enforcement branch.
• Administer contracts for facility and roadway repairs; coordinate with ODOT procurement and direct staff on Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) related projects.
• Manage federal grants such as Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MSCAP), including application, disbursement and subcontractor oversight to support commercial vehicle safety initiatives.
• Mentor and evaluate section managers and staff. Set performance expectations and apply progressive discipline as needed.
• Oversee the development and delivery of ongoing training programs related to motor carrier enforcement and roadside safety.
• Represent ODOT in high-level discussions with federal, state, and local agencies, industry and advisory groups. Resolve complex and politically charged issues affecting commercial vehicle enforcement.
• Travel throughout the state is required and may include exposure to loud engines, nearby traffic, hazardous materials.
• Work is primarily performed in a typical office setting. Hybrid work options are available with approximately 3 days per week in the office.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitmentgon.gov.

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they…