00011 - Equipment Fleet Director

Virginia Department of Transportation•Mechanicsville, VA

About The Position

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the development of a statewide Equipment Program. Oversee the implementation of cost-effective and customer-responsive programming for the acquisition and maintenance of equipment. Plan and assess the needs of the Equipment Program. Advise executive management on equipment program direction and issues.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with customers.
Ability to manage multiple complex statewide programs.
Ability to manage staff, programs and budgets.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to the environment, vehicles, transportation and asset management.
Knowledge of fleet and asset management principles and practices.
Knowledge of general business principles and practices.
Knowledge of state government operations.
Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Nice To Haves

A combination of training, experience, or education in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.
Certification in Equipment or Fleet Management.
Experience in managing professional and technical staff.
Experience in planning and managing large scale programming.
Experience managing an equipment program.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement formal and informal processes to identify equipment issues and introduce timely, cost-effective solutions.
Serve as a resource to staff for resolving obstacles to achieve program goals and establish professional working relationships with subject matter experts.
Manage the statewide equipment repair technician training program, including needs assessment, budget development, contract administration, course development, and training delivery.
Manage the statewide computerized equipment diagnostic program, identifying needs and developing budgets for contract administration.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and employees throughout the organization.
Advise district staff on non-routine solutions for meeting equipment needs.
Lead equipment staff in developing relationships with the greater maintenance program.
Determine statewide program direction for the Equipment Program, incorporating VDOT priorities and maintenance division goals.
Develop and manage a long-term equipment replacement plan for the agency and oversee the management of equipment utilization.
Set targets for the program, monitor progress, and report results.