Planning Program Manager 2

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Planning Program Manager 2 oversees transportation data governance, coordination, federal reporting, information production, and technical support within the Data and Information Group. The role manages geospatial data interfaces, including dashboards and story maps, and requires expertise in leadership, management, database software, statistical analysis, and geographic information systems.

The position supervises the Data Analytics team under the general direction of the Data and Information Manager. It works with other agencies, divisions, and sections to provide data support, informational interfaces, data analysis, and technical support. The position may offer remote work within Arizona based on department business needs and continued performance. Remote work is a management option, not an employee entitlement, and may be discontinued at the agency’s discretion.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles and practices of transportation-related engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of GIS hardware and software.
• Knowledge of database design techniques and maintenance methods.
• Knowledge of recognized data governance policies, procedures, and standards.
• Knowledge of ADOT Traffic/Road Inventory Programs and asset management policies and practices.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of FHWA regulations related to performance and asset management and reporting requirements.
• Skill using GIS hardware and software and databases.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Management, leadership, and project management skills.
• Ability to grasp complex concepts, give presentations to varied groups, manage time effectively, prepare reports, and interact successfully with subordinates, superiors, officials, and the public.
• Three years of work experience in programming, database management, and GIS, including ESRI software applications.
• Supervisory experience.
• Valid Arizona driver's license with an acceptable 39-month motor vehicle record; employees driving on state business must maintain a current, valid, class-appropriate license, meet driving-record requirements, complete required training, and maintain required insurance when using a personally owned vehicle.
• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Accredited education, training, and experience in Urban/Regional Planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Familiarity or work experience in asset management, traffic/mobility analysis, and safety data.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead professional employees under the general direction of the Data and Information Manager.
• Supervise the Data Analytics team.
• Coordinate with other agencies, divisions, and sections to provide data support, informational interfaces, data analysis, and technical support.
• Create and support a professional, productive work environment, ensuring staff have the knowledge, tools, and training needed for their assignments.
• Represent MPD/ADOT at meetings, conferences, and symposiums.
• Develop and write project scoping documents, work plans, and budgets.
• Oversee transportation data governance, coordination, federal reporting, information production, and technical support within the Data and Information Group.
• Manage geospatial data interfaces such as dashboards and story maps.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan through mandatory participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance
• Optional deferred compensation plans
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Potential remote-work schedule, including full-time or part-time remote work, subject to management approval and agency needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed