Transportation Manager 1, Harrison County - PN 20055056

Official Position Description:

Supervises, plans, and evaluates highway maintenance activities in a yard territory.  Supervises and instructs crew leaders in operation of highway projects (e.g., patching potholes, surface patching, paving, sealing, drainage, tile ditch repair, berming, mowing, etc.), along interstates and state highways.  Monitors work progress & reports same to county manager.  Supervises snow removal and ice control and coordinates activities of reserve snow removal forces during major snow removal effort; evaluates work performance and offers corrective guidance in weak areas. Approves or disapproves sick leave, vacation or personal leave requests. Enforces departmental policies, procedures and safety regulations.  Operates heavy motorized equipment (e.g., dump truck, grader, dozer, lowboy, etc.), for training purposes and in time of immediate need.

Inspects highways, bridges, culverts, and other highway appurtenances within yard territory for unsafe road conditions, identifying hazards and general conditions for repair; instructs and enforces safety regulations.  Assures that equipment used is repaired and free of hazards.  Develops and implements short range plans for highway maintenance activities (e.g., prioritization of work, scheduling, equipment and material needs).

Prepares daily maintenance work schedules and assures proper equipment, material, and tools are distributed for the completion of maintenance and repair projects; recommends requisitions for tools, equipment & materials; ensures that proper inventory control procedures are used to account for tools, equipment, and vehicles; reviews work/activity records prepared by crew leaders; completes project progress reports, snow and ice reports, road inventory reports, etc.  Operates personal computer and/or enters data into computer (e.g., EMS, budget information, purchases).  Assures accuracy of data entered into Transportation Management System (TMS).

Meets with property owners to negotiate or settle minor complaints regarding highway projects and improvements (e.g., snow/ice, catch basin/manholes, mailboxes, etc.); directs major complaints to county manager; inspects and approves all right-of-way permits within yard territory.

Performs miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor.  Attends seminars, and training classes and serves on committees.

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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-for positions involved in highway maintenance, requires 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in highway maintenance, associated safety practices, & in using/operating associated equipment. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Note: if position will be assigned to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by Sections 4506.1, 4506.03 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code, applicant must also have valid commercial driver license; if required to operate state vehicle must have valid driver’s license.

Job Skills: Management

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Job Details
Organization: Transportation - District 11
Agency Contact Name and Information: District 11 Human Resources
Unposting Date: Sep 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location: District 11 Garage - Harrison, 43041 S. Industrial Park Rd, Cadiz, 43907
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Harrison County
Compensation: $27.73 - $34.35
Schedule: Full-time
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Management
Technical Skills: Highway Maintenance
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Coaching, Decision Making