Division Engineer

State of Oklahoma • Ada, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Division Engineer is an executive-management position with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, based in Division 3 in Ada, Oklahoma. The role provides executive oversight of multiple divisions involved in engineering work, with responsibility spanning their functions, policies, budgets, and expenditures. The position represents the agency in external contacts and establishes general policies and procedures for the divisions.

The role manages engineering staff and resources, develops and oversees budgets and funding, and ensures engineering work is delivered consistently with agency requirements, priorities, and budget constraints. It also involves representing the department to the public and public officials and overseeing consulting-engineer contracts and technical work. Candidates may be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening; some positions may also require a physical abilities demonstration.

The position requires Professional Engineer registration and six years of supervisory experience in a professional engineering-related field, including three years in an administrative or managerial capacity. Appointees must possess or obtain registration as a Professional Engineer with the Oklahoma State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors within six months of appointment.

Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Six years of supervisory experience in a professional engineering-related field, including three years in an administrative or managerial capacity.
• Must possess or obtain registration as a Professional Engineer with the Oklahoma State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors within six months of appointment.
• Knowledge of engineering practices, principles, and systems; management principles; effective supervision; budget planning, development, and control; and finance and budget administration.
• Ability to design and implement engineering activities, organize projects, establish effective working relationships, supervise personnel, communicate clearly orally and in writing, manage multiple work units or program areas, establish budget controls, formulate and establish agency policies, and manage multiple divisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight over multiple agency divisions involved in engineering work.
• Plan, organize, and manage subordinate staff and engineering work to meet agency requirements.
• Direct engineering activities and develop and conduct work programs consistent with agency policies, priorities, and budget constraints.
• Develop budgets, acquire funds, and oversee expenditures for the divisions managed.
• Manage budget planning, controls, operating requirements, and equipment and material purchases.
• Represent the agency in external contacts, including contacts with the general public and public officials, and address questions and complaints.
• Oversee consulting-engineer contracts and provide technical oversight.
• Develop and establish general policies and procedures for the divisions.
• Select, develop, and motivate staff and maintain resources for quality service and timely performance.

Benefits

• Annual benefit allowance of up to $20,538.24 for employees and dependents enrolling in benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account enrollment options.
• Retirement savings plans, including employer matching under the Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan and the OPERS Defined Benefit Plan for eligible returning employees.
• Annual leave accrued at rates ranging from 15 to 25 days per year depending on years of service.
• Sick leave accrued at 15 days per year.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Annual longevity payments for eligible State employees with at least two years of State service.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed