Highway Performance Monitoring System Coordinator

State of Montana•Helena, MT

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) Coordinator to perform professional-level work supporting the Data & Analytics Bureau. The position manages information about Montana’s public roads and helps ensure roadway data is accurate, current, and ready for use. This work supports decisions about road improvements and safety, transportation planning, and securing federal funding. The position is part of a career ladder with advancement opportunities. The coordinator researches compliance with federal and state laws, guidelines, agency policies, and procedures; collects and analyzes transportation data from varied sources; and supports program and project development, management, tracking, monitoring, and documentation. The role also involves coordinating with MDT teams and federal partners and helping prepare reports for federal agencies in accordance with applicable guidelines. The position calls for strong collaboration, communication, organization, attention to detail, problem-solving, and comfort using computer systems, including Geospatial Information Systems (GIS). The successful candidate is expected to align their work with department goals, follow applicable policies and laws, use sound judgment, seek guidance when appropriate, and contribute to MDT’s public-service mission. The position is advertised at two career-ladder levels. Planner IV - Level 2.1 requires a BA/BS in Planning, Computer Information Systems, Business, or a related field and one year of related experience. Planner V - Level 3.0 requires the same degree fields and two years of related experience. Equivalent combinations of related education and work experience may qualify. A training assignment may be used, with its conditions provided in writing at hire. Applicants must submit a resume detailing qualifications and work history and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing their qualifications. The applicant’s driving record will be verified, and the selected applicant must authorize access to permanent driving records. Compliance with state vehicle-use rules and MDT policy is a condition of employment. Proof of U.S. work eligibility is required if selected; sponsorship is generally unavailable through the State of Montana, and MDT participates in E-Verify. The position is covered by a VEBA group, and the successful applicant is required to participate.

Requirements

For Planner IV - Level 2.1: BA/BS in Planning, Computer Information Systems, Business, or a related field, and one year of related work experience.
For Planner V - Level 3.0: BA/BS in Planning, Computer Information Systems, Business, or a related field, and two years of related work experience.
An equivalent combination of related work experience and education may meet the minimum qualifications.
Establish productive, collaborative working relationships with coworkers, management, and customers.
Align behavior with department needs and goals and serve as a positive role model.
Proactively engage in training and discussions to understand how the position supports the department’s mission.
Exercise sound judgment and request guidance from senior planners and the supervisor.
Understand and follow the policies, procedures, rules, and laws governing daily work.
Take accountability for activities, decisions, successes, and failures.
Demonstrate problem-solving ability and coordinate several activities at once.
Communicate clearly in writing and verbally; work collaboratively with varied groups.
Show strong attention to accuracy, organization, and detail.
Be comfortable with digital information and computer systems, including GIS, and willing to learn new tools.
Submit a resume and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing qualifications.
Authorize verification of permanent driving records and comply with applicable state vehicle-use requirements if hired.
Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected; sponsorship is generally unavailable through the State of Montana.
Participate in the VEBA group.

Responsibilities

Research compliance with federal and state laws for plans, programs, and projects.
Research, analyze, and interpret federal and state laws, guidelines, agency policies, and procedures.
Collect, check, organize, and analyze transportation-related data, including roadway condition and traffic-use information.
Support program and project development, management, tracking, monitoring, and documentation.
Perform analysis using a variety of data sources.
Coordinate with MDT teams, federal partners, and other external parties; serve as a central point of contact for gathering information.
Prepare and organize reports sharing roadway information with federal agencies and support compliance with reporting guidelines.
Help ensure roadway information is accurate and current to support transportation decisions, road safety, improvements, and federal funding.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Low-cost clinics through Montana Health Centers for state employees and their families
State retirement plan and additional deferred compensation savings opportunities
Overtime compensation or compensatory time for time in pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on the first day of employment
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement, if applicable to the position
Work/life balance culture