OMAT-Forest Park TRM030 MGR, 1, TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST (TM BRANCH CHIEF) PG- P

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY: Manages one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying, environmental or traffic. Serves as group leader to professionals providing professional support in one or more of the areas listed.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·         Administer the operation of Testing Management Branch at the Office of Materials and Testing

·         Monitor and direct quality assurance program for assigned Branch.

·         Supervise administrative functions of the Branch.

·         Manage training activities for Branch, DOT and industry personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include State Entry Qualifications as well as Agency Specific Qualifications

STATE ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Associate's degree and experience in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role

·         OR One (1) year of experience position equivalent.

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Must possess Roadway Testing Technician (RTT) and Quality Control Technician (QCT) Level 1 certifications

·         Experience with Construction Materials as related to GDOT projects and specifications.

·         Three years of supervisory experience in a field testing and/or laboratory testing environment.

·         Experience in reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and test results, and reviewing and evaluating applicable information to effectively make sound recommendations and decisions. 

·         Experience applying innovative solutions, new knowledge, and technology to make organizational, office, and/or unit improvements

·         Experience using spreadsheets, databases, and other computer software (e.g. AASHTOWare/411 Report) to analyze and manage data.

·         Experience and knowledge monitoring budget activities of a branch/unit.

·         Commitment to providing quality customer service

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Extensive knowledge and experience overseeing AASHTO resource proficiency samples and laboratory assessments.

·         Experience managing consultant contracts for the Department. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL GDOT JOBS

The interview is just one part of the overall selection process and is not the only criteria used to make the final selection.  In addition to the interview, the final selection is based on the applicant’s work history and performance (documented in HR and/or Office files), PeopleSoft/employee status (i.e. rehire code), employee performance reviews, personnel file review (HR & Office Files), criminal background check, employment reference checks (including references and commendations from Managers and other relevant documentation) and, for supervisory positions, demonstrated leadership skills based on past and current work history will be considered.  

Good Employment Standing:

In accordance with the Interview and Selection Process (ISP), an applicant must have no active disciplinary actions to be in good employment standing.  Actions that may disqualify an applicant include letters of reprimand (active for 12 months after issuance date); suspension without pay or disciplinary demotion (active for 12 months from the effective date); Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Leave Restriction Plans (active until 12 months after the date of conclusion).  In addition, an employee must have an overall e-Performance rating score of three (3) or higher on their most current evaluation.  Please note that Memorandums of Concern are not considered disqualifying factors.  Human Resources may remove any employee from consideration for selection who is pending a disciplinary action; however, if the action is resolved in the employee’s favor, he or she will be allowed to compete.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT OPEN ONLY TO GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES.

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR

CONSIDERATION; ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

UPON PROMOTION, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL RECEIVE 10% or THE GDOT JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM SALARY, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. 

                                        GDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $93,750