Public Service Manager III - Director of Materials Testing & Exploration

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

1d • $97,282 - $137,883

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading the Department’s Materials Testing and Exploration section (MTEx). The position directs and prioritizes MTEx laboratory and field operations in support of the Department’s mission by implementing departmental policies related to construction materials quality assurance, geotechnical investigations, and pavement testing.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Maine Professional Engineering License and four (4) years of experience in civil engineering at the professional level (beyond such licensure) which includes two (2) years of formal supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing staffing plans (including consultant usage).
• Managing budgets for personnel, equipment, and operations.
• Managing contracts and purchases.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations and accreditation requirements, including 23 CFR 637 and the AASHTO Accreditation Program.
• Approving asphalt binder suppliers, hot mix asphalt producers, and Portland cement concrete producers for use on Department projects.
• Determining acceptance or rejection of materials used in transportation construction.
• Implementing new test methods, specifications and innovative materials and processes.
• Promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Representing MaineDOT on state, regional and national committees.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

What This Job Offers

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