Maintenance Technology Program Manager (Limited Duration)

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

1d•$6,834 - $10,076•Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Delivery & Operations Division – Maintenance & Operations Branch, Maintenance Services Section / Maintenance Technology Unit in Salem is seeking a Maintenance Technology Program Manager for a limited duration appointment. This role is responsible for identifying statewide maintenance-related technology initiatives, planning, developing, implementing, and managing strategies and policies for automated vehicle location (AVL)/Telematics for winter maintenance and other section initiatives. The goal is to improve public and employee safety and optimize resource utilization through technology. This is a limited duration appointment expected to end on or before December 31, 2027, with the potential to become permanent. ODOT is committed to providing a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system and encourages applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification; OR A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, finance, political science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Valid US driver license and an acceptable driving record.
Ability to drive is an essential function of this position.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills with the ability to maintain organization and work semi-independently and provide support.
Strong research and analytical skills along with the ability to assess alternative courses of action and develop recommendations.
Experience developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with all levels of staff.
Experience developing and administering professional goods and services contracts.

Responsibilities

Develop implementation strategies for the adoption of technologies in highway maintenance, including automated vehicle location (AVL)/Telematics, Survey123 based GIS applications, and Maintenance Management Systems (MMS).
Review business needs, quality management, improvement tools, and legislative requirements related to the purchase, operation, maintenance, and ongoing use of technology.
Oversee the AVL/Telematics program, implement work plans, monitor results, and initiate corrective actions to meet program goals.
Oversee statewide project team activities to develop and implement AVL/Telematics infrastructure and related strategic plans, goals, and needs.
Establish project scope and objectives, maintain project schedules and budgets, develop risk management plans, and implement communication strategies.
Travel to various field locations to meet with managers, technicians, and field staff to review equipment installation and field conditions.
Research current technology trends related to agency operations and formulate policies, processes, and suggest legislative changes.
Translate technology questions for maintenance staff and maintenance needs to technical staff.