Roadway Programs Coordinator

Are you looking to advance your career while demonstrating your outstanding expertise and organizational skills? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking a dynamic Roadway Programs Coordinator to become part of the Bureau of Maintenance and Operations' Emergency Incident Management Section. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with various state agencies to enhance the department's emergency management capabilities, particularly in relation to transportation systems and Automated Vehicle Location (AVL) technologies. If you are excited about the prospect of taking on this challenging and fulfilling position, we invite you to submit your application today!

In this position you will serve as a department subject matter expert on Automated Vehicle Location (AVL) and other integrated systems of it, providing technical oversight, training, troubleshooting, and operational support to district, county, and central office staff. The position coordinates installation, maintenance, system upgrades, and vendor support; delivers training materials and programs; monitors system performance and resolves technical issues; manages AVL portal administration and data reporting; supports roadway program data collection and analysis; assists with contract oversight; and oversees inventory, distribution, and lifecycle management of AVL equipment to ensure effective and efficient operation of the department's fleet technology systems. Furthermore, you will serve in a backup capacity in the case of staff absence or lack of availability, for the Department's Area Command and in this capacity is responsible for responding to incidents and emergencies 24/7, as needed. This may require reporting to PEMA's Commonwealth Watch and Warning Center (CWWC) or Area Command and working extended shifts.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• The role requires participation in a weekly rotation for 24/7 on-call duties, along with the necessity of working 24/7 shifts during ETO activations.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Roadway Programs Specialist or Roadway Programs Technician Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and an associate's degree in a field of business administration, computer science, highway engineering technology or closely related program; or
• One year of experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques used in a roadway maintenance management system; and a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or civil engineering related discipline; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a driver's license that is not under suspension.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.