Highway Programs Administrator
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dynamic Highway Programs Administrator who is a strong communicator and has the ability to deliver impactful messaging. This is an opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to shape our engagement strategy, build and mentor a high-performing team, and help tell the story of NDOT. If you're energized by creating impact, fostering collaboration, and guiding others toward a shared vision, we invite you to apply. As an NDOT employee, you will join a team of 2,000 dedicated professionals performing important work to provide Nebraska with a safe and efficient transportation system. NDOT is a friendly and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. We provide training and career development, advancement opportunities, ample paid time off, and work-life balance. We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, communications, engineering, construction management, regional or community planning, social sciences, natural sciences, education, social justice, or human rights.
- Experience in program and/or project management, public policy, performance measures, marketing, and/or planning.
- Experience may substitute for the education requirements on a year-for-year basis.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
- Must be available for occasional overnight travel for fieldwork.
- Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Ability to explain complex processes.
- Ability to interpret state and federal regulations.
- Ability to present information to individuals and groups.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Time management and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Professional judgment that meets the agency's standard of excellence when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Team development.
- Desire to learn quickly, embrace responsibility, and accept accountability.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in transportation and communication management.
- Experience or training in the development or oversight of professional performance measures.
- Experience as a supervisor and successfully leading a team in achieving goals.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of communications professionals responsible for telling the story of NDOT.
- Manage the production of multiple external reports.
- Oversee events that help celebrate projects around the state.
- Serve as the Agency leader of internal communications.
- Guide the story of NDOT through overseeing educational video production.
- Provide internal and external agency support where needed.
Benefits
- State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
- 13 paid holidays
- Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
- Military leave
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
- 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
- Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
- Training and Development based on your career aspirations
- Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fun, inviting teammates
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
