Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Wellsboro or Tioga County or Harrisburg

Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager

Onsite$67,736 - $102,905/yrPosted 2 days ago

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Location: Wellsboro or Tioga County or Harrisburg
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $67,736 - $102,905/yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Apply on: governmentjobs.com

About this role

About the Department

Would you thrive in a role where you could help lead the teams that keep Pennsylvania's highways safe and dependable every day? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is excited to welcome an ambitious Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager to guide essential roadway maintenance across the county. Here, you will have the opportunity to help plan and direct vital activities that support safe travel for the public. Apply today to make a positive impact on your community while enhancing your professional skill set!

Position Duties

This position supports the planning and direction of highway maintenance operations, including roadway repairs, equipment use, and coordination with staff and local partners. Your primary responsibilities will entail project planning, workforce guidance, and ensuring that maintenance activities meet all required standards. As an Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager, you will perform the following duties:

Maintenance Planning: Prepare seasonal plans, estimates, and programs for highway and bridge maintenance
Workforce Guidance: Provide instruction to managers and staff on proper maintenance practices and resource use
Resource Evaluation: Review and recommend actions regarding funding, materials, staffing, and equipment needs
Partner Coordination: Meet with local governments and public service organizations to discuss projects and set priorities
Staff Supervision: Assign tasks, evaluate performance, and support training and development for employees
Policy Compliance: Support environmental practices and ensure Fair Labor Standards Act responsibilities are followed

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Dual shifts effective November through March.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of experience as a Highway Maintenance Coordinator, Roadway Programs Coordinator, or Transportation Construction Manager 1 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Six years of technical experience in highway maintenance, highway construction, or maintenance of heavy equipment used in highway construction projects; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Other Qualifications

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

Benefits

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

Supplemental Questions

Special Requirement - Do you possess a current valid Pennsylvania driver's license which is not under suspension?

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Maintenance Coordinator, Roadway Programs Coordinator, or Transportation Construction Manager 1 for one or more years full-time?

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

How many years of full-time technical experience in highway maintenance, highway construction, or maintenance of heavy equipment used in highway construction projects do you possess?

6 or more years
Less than 6 years
None

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in an approved Temporary Working Out of Class (TWOC) capacity in which you feel you gained qualifying experience toward meeting the minimum experience and training requirements for this job title?

In order for this TWOC experience to be considered in the eligibility determination, you must attach the official TWOC report which provides the total hours worked in the Acting capacity, which can be obtained by contacting your Human Resources Office and requesting the official TWOC report. You must attach your official TWOC report prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documents to the application after it has been submitted.

Please also provide the following required information. Failure to provide the required information, including the official TWOC report, will result in your TWOC assignment not being considered in the evaluation of eligibility.

Job Code/Classification held while working in the approved out-of-class assignment
Name of HR Office employee from which the official TWOC report was obtained

If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

How much college coursework have you completed in an engineering or engineering technology field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link.

Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Associate's Degree
Some coursework but no degree
None

Have you completed post high school technical school training in Heavy Equipment Mechanics?

If you answered "Yes" to this question, you must upload a copy of your certificate of completion or training record in order for this training to be considered in the eligibility decision.

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – DEVELOPS WORK SCHEDULES AND WORK PLANS Develops work schedules and work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power hours; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations (such as paving; surface treatment; snow removal; bridge maintenance; cleaning, maintaining, and repairing highway tunnels, etc.).

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY developing work schedules and work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power hours; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
B. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY developing work schedules for highway foremen and specialized crews, ensuring crews are performing productive work, ensuring hazards are rectified, and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations; AND I have experience ASSISTING in developing work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: accounting for man-power hours; accounting for material needs; accounting for equipment availability; and verifying outside vendors are scheduled for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
C. I have experience ASSISTING with developing work schedules and work plans for highway foremen and specialized crews to include: ensuring crews are performing work; accounting for man-power hours; accounting for material needs; ensuring hazards are rectified; accounting for equipment availability; verifying outside vendors are scheduled; and ensuring projects are planned for the correct season for seasonal highway construction and various highway maintenance operations.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to project management, production scheduling, or project planning.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of work plans and work schedules you developed.
The type(s) of work plans or work schedules you assisted in developing.
The actual duties you performed.
Your level of responsibility.

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to coursework or training, please provide the information listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – MONITORS, INSPECTS, AND EVALUATES ROAD AND BRIDGE CONDITIONS Monitors, inspects, and evaluates the condition of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; and determines priority of road/bridge repairs and snow removal operations.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the condition of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; AND I have experience determining priority of road/bridge repairs and snow removal operations.
B. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the conditions of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; but I HAVE NOT determined the priority of road/bridge repairs or snow removal operations.
C. I have experience ASSISTING in monitoring, inspecting, and evaluating the conditions of roads and bridges to determine maintenance needs; but I HAVE NOT determined the priority of road/bridge repairs and snow removal operations.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
For what purpose did you monitor, inspect, and evaluate the conditions of roads and bridges.
For what repairs and/or snow removal operations did you determine the priority.
The actual duties you performed.
Your level of responsibility.

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – INVESTIGATES ROADWAY COMPLAINTS AND MONITORS ROADWAY INVENTORY Investigates road related complaints and provides response to complaints, orally and in writing.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience INDEPENDENTLY investigating road related complaints AND I have provided responses to complaints, orally and in writing.
B. I have experience ASSISTING in the investigation of road related complaints AND I have provided responses to the complaints, orally or in writing.
C. I have experience ASSISTING in the investigation of road related complaints; but I HAVE NOT responded to complaints, orally or in writing.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to written communication, business writing, technical writing, or English Composition.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of complaints you investigated.
The method of response to complaints (written, oral).
The actual duties you performed.
Your level of responsibility.

College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – REVIEWS SAFETY WORK PROTOCOLS Reviews safety work protocols for work site and work zone traffic control setups, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience reviewing safety work protocols for work site and work zone traffic control setups, snow removal activities, and general highway maintenance operations.
B. I have experience reviewing safety work protocols for work site and work zone traffic control setups, and for general highway maintenance operations; but I HAVE NOT reviewed safety work protocols for snow removal activities.
C. I have experience reading and interpreting safety protocols for setting up work zone traffic controls.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to research, English Composition, communications, or reading comprehension.
E. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of safety work protocols you reviewed.
The area(s) which these safety protocols were for (work zone, snow removal, etc.).
The actual duties you performed.

College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – SUPERVISION Performs the full range of supervisory duties, such as employee discipline, hiring decisions, leave approval, completing employee performance reviews, conducting interviews, directing and reviewing the work of subordinates, assigning training, etc.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties, such as employee discipline, hiring decisions, leave approval, completing employee performance reviews, conducting interviews, directing and reviewing the work of subordinates, assigning training, etc.
B. I have experience as a lead worker. I have provided on-the-job training to newly hired staff, reviewed their work, served as a team or group leader, etc.; but I WAS NOT responsible for employee discipline or hiring decisions.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management; but I have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The supervisory duties you performed.
Your level of responsibility.

College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov

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