What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Data & Analysis Program Manager position at Minnesota Department of Transportation?
Transportation Data & Analysis Program Manager | Salary Range : $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get your foot in the door with State of Minnesota? If so, come join our team at MnDOT in St. Paul, MN!
Please note : The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
WHY WORK FOR US? Check us out :
This position has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to report to the office at least once a week and make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.
Our Transportation Data & Analysis Program Manager is part of the management team and will lead the Transportation Data & Analysis section of the Office of Transportation System Management (OTSM). The responsibilities for this position include :
- Administer and provide leadership for statewide mapping, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), roadway data, traffic data, traffic forecasting, truck weight data coordination, and route and control sections.
- Ensure that MnDOT, counties, cities, Regional Development Commissions (RDCs), Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other partners have timely and reliable data and information for planning, operating, managing, allocating resources, and improving the transportation system.
- Manage the department’s Linear Referencing System (LRS).
- Collaborate with the Statewide Planning Manager and Statewide Travel Demand Modeling Manager to ensure that MnDOT’s core spatial data and traffic data systems align with and support agency decision-making, plans, and legislative requirements.
Infrequent travel within the state, once per quarter on average, may be required to attend stakeholder meetings.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn more about our benefits :
Health & Wellness : Low-cost medical, dental, vision, & prescription drug plans; health, dental, & dependent care spending accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health & well-being resources
Financial Well-Being : Public pension plans, deferred compensation plan & health care savings plan; life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, & paid parental leave
Professional Development : Tuition assistance, employee education, leadership development
Work / Life Balance : Paid vacation & sick leave including 12 paid holidays each year
At-Work Benefits : Employee Resource Groups, employee recognition, employee activities, fitness center at our Central Office
Here are the Minimum Qualifications :
Two years of managerial experience, OR three years of professional supervisory experience, OR four years of advanced professional level experience in GIS or traffic data collection and forecasting.
If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you must provide a cover letter summarizing your experience in the areas listed below. Attach your cover letter and resume to the online application. Your application will not be considered if you do not submit the required cover letter.
APPLY ONLINE BY 2 / 13 / 2025 (only applications received on mn.gov / careers will be considered)
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Questions? Contact Ellen Behrhorst (MnDOT Recruitment Specialist) - Ellen.Behrhorst@state.mn.us | 612.346.8330
Salary : $101,163 - $145,074
