Transportation Manager

State of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

4d•$90,500 - $98,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Manager performs supervisory or advanced transportation management work within the Department of Transportation’s Right of Way Division. The role oversees appraisal staff and appraisal operations for ODOT Right-of-Way projects, ensuring work is completed consistently, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act). The position may direct a transportation branch or serve as a resident transportation manager. The manager coordinates appraisal contracts, assignments, schedules, deliverables, and project requirements; reviews appraisals and review appraisals; and monitors project costs, expenditures, and milestones. The role also applies personnel, training, and project management practices to appraisal operations and coordinates with internal staff, consultants, and other stakeholders to support timely delivery of appraisal and Right-of-Way activities. The position is based at 200 NE 21st Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Requirements

Level I: Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in transportation-related work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of required education.
Level II: Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in transportation-related work plus one additional year of qualifying supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of required education. No substitution may be made for the required supervisory experience.
Knowledge of technical engineering practices and principles, management principles, engineering plans and specifications, right-of-way activities, field roadway construction, highway contracts administration, supervisory principles and practices, and transportation systems and planning principles.
Ability to design and implement construction plans, organize projects, establish and maintain effective working relationships, collect and organize data, conduct inspections, and direct the activities of a transportation branch.

Nice To Haves

Certified General Appraiser or Licensed Real Estate Appraiser.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate appraisal staff responsible for appraisal work on ODOT Right-of-Way projects.
Manage appraisal and review appraisal activities and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and the Uniform Act.
Coordinate appraisal contracting, assignments, schedules, deliverables, and project requirements.
Review and evaluate appraisals and review appraisals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards.
Develop and monitor project cost estimates, schedules, and appraisal-related expenditures.
Apply relevant policies, procedures, personnel functions, training requirements, and project management practices to appraisal operations.
Identify appraisal-related issues, develop solutions, and communicate problems or recommendations.
Monitor project milestones and ensure appraisal activities are completed within established schedules.
Provide oversight and guidance to appraisal personnel to support consistent and efficient project delivery.
Coordinate with internal staff, consultants, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely completion of appraisal and Right-of-Way activities.
Select, develop, train, and motivate subordinate staff; organize and manage their work to meet agency requirements.
Direct assigned agency activities and develop, conduct, or administer transportation programs within agency policies, priorities, and budget constraints.
Manage or develop unit budgets, including operating requirements and equipment and material purchases, and ensure actual expenses align with the approved budget.
Represent the department in contacts with the public and public officials, answering questions and resolving complaints.

Benefits

Annual benefit allowance covering up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan, with employer matching contributions subject to employee contribution levels.
OPERS Defined Benefit Plan for eligible returning employees previously enrolled in OPERS.
Annual leave accrued at rates ranging from 15 to 25 days per year based on years of service.
Sick leave accrued at 15 days per year.
11 paid holidays per year.
Annual longevity payments for eligible State employees with at least two years of State service.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness program.