Engineering Manager

Job Posting Title

Engineering Manager

Agency

345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Supervisory Organization

Chief Engineer - Project Delivery

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Transportation Manager IV - $132,700
Engineering Manager IV - $145,000

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering annual benefit allowances, a variety of health, dental, and vision plan options, paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year, 11 paid holidays, robust retirement savings plans, and an EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way.

Annual Benefit Allowance:

• The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans:

• The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 

Retirement Savings Plans:

• Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan : available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. 

• Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%.

• Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above.

• OPERS Defined Benefit Plan : available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS. 

Annual & Sick Leave (PTO):

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.

• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.

• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.

• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.

• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year 

Paid Holidays:

• 11 paid holidays per year

Longevity Pay:

• Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

Job Description

Position Title:  Transportation Manager IV/Engineering Manager IV

Department:  Project Delivery

Division:  9

Report to:  Director of Project Delivery

FLSA Status:  Exempt
Location:  200 NE 21st Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Note: Candidates selected for positions at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation may be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening before beginning employment. Some positions may also require applicants to participate in a Physical Abilities Demonstration and be rated as capable of performing the essential functions of this job family. 

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibility for overall management of a staff of engineers, technicians and other personnel who are responsible for providing engineering expertise, guidance and technical assistance to state agencies, consultants, and the public. They are differentiated from lower levels in the Professional Engineer job family in that their focus is on broader supervisory and management issues including planning, organizing, and integrating the functions that report to them.

Typical Functions

• Selects, develops and motivates subordinate staff to ensure that resources are available to provide quality services and on-time performance for the agency or unit supported;
• Plans, organizes and manages the work of subordinate staff in the assigned unit to ensure that the work is accomplished consistent with agency requirements.
• Directs engineering activities of all or part of an agency’s responsibility; e.g., section, branch, division, etc.
• Develops and conducts a specific work program within an agency in accordance with agencies’ policies, priorities and budget constraints.
• Manages and/or develops budgets for an assigned unit including operating requirements and equipment and material purchases and ensures that actual expenses are consistent with the approved budget.
• Represents the department in contacts with the general public and public officials, answering questions and resolving complaints.
• Oversees consulting engineer’s contracts and provides technical oversight.

Level Descriptor

At this level, an incumbent will be responsible for directing, controlling and administering the affairs of a division of an agency involved in engineering. ## Complexity of functions will be broad based encompassing all areas of the divisions’ responsibilities. ## Incumbents at this level will represent the agency in outside contacts, and make decisions and provide guidance to others regarding matters of agency policy, rules and regulations.

Education and Experience

Engineering Manager IV

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of registration as a Professional Engineer and five years of supervisory experience in a professional engineering related field, including two years of experience in an administrative or managerial capacity.

Transportation Manager IV

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in transportation related work plus one additional year of qualifying experience in a supervisory capacity and two additional years of qualifying experience in an administrative or managerial capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.

Note: No substitution may be made for the required supervisory, administrative or managerial experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level consist of knowledge of engineering practices, principles and systems; of management principles; of the principles of effective supervision; of budget planning, development and control; and of finance and budget administration. Ability is required to design and implement engineering activities; to organize projects; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to supervise personnel; to expressing ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to manage multiple work units or program areas; to establish budget controls; and to formulate and establish agency policies.

Additional Job Details

The Local Government Division Manager/Engineer oversees, leads and manages a high-performing team of Project and Program Managers, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and operational oversight across a verity of projects and programs. Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of CIRB, TAP, ACOG, INCOG, and numerous other programs, ensuring alignment with county or municipality priorities and objectives. Drive cross-functional collaboration among internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality. Help establish program priorities, timelines, milestones, governance processes, and performance measures while proactively identifying and mitigating risks and dependencies. Provide executive-level visibility into program progress, accomplishments, and recommendations, while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

At this level, an incumbent will be responsible for directing, controlling, and administering the affairs of an agency division involved in engineering. The complexity of functions will be broad-based, encompassing all areas of the divisions’ responsibilities. Incumbents at this level will represent the agency in outside contacts, make decisions, and provide guidance to others regarding matters of agency policy, rules, and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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