Pavement Management Supervisor

State of Montana • Helena, MT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a Pavement Management System Supervisor to lead statewide pavement condition data collection, analysis, and modeling that directly support MDT’s transportation investment decisions. This role oversees technical systems, specialized testing equipment, and performance models; manages a team of analysts and field collection staff and equipment; and works closely with multiple MDT functional areas to ensure accurate, high‑quality data for asset management and project planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a data related field, engineering, asset management, information system management, project management, pavement management, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervision or team lead experience.
• Knowledge of the concepts and theories of mathematics, statistics, physical sciences, and computer technology to conduct technical analysis methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of MDT objectives and goals; State, Federal, AASHTO, and FHWA standards; highway construction methods and techniques; construction methods and practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting technical data.
• Skill in operating specialized information systems.
• Skill in project management.
• Skill in planning and organizing the work of others.
• Skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based upon technical analyses and professional judgments.
• Skill in communicating complex technical information to varied audiences.
• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• Driver’s record will be verified.
• Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
• Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide pavement condition data collection, analysis, and modeling.
• Oversee technical systems, specialized testing equipment, and performance models.
• Manage a team of analysts and field collection staff and equipment.
• Work closely with multiple MDT functional areas to ensure accurate, high-quality data for asset management and project planning.

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager