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Job Description
Waiver of minimum requirements may be considered
The district planning manager develops a district's 5-year construction and right of way program by identifying and prioritizing projects, balancing the construction budget, short and long- term planning, and development of public and private partnerships.
A day in the life:- Develops project programming information as part of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) (the 5-year right of way and construction program) as well as short and mid-range needs.
- Manages the STIP to ensure commitments are fulfilled and monitors STIP expenditures.
- Identifies and prioritizes district highway needs.
- Represents the district to regional planning partners, local officials and members of the public to identify and prioritize transportation needs; responds to regional concerns, conducts presentations, and attends local planning meetings.
- Supervises planning and programming staff including making hiring and other employment-related decisions, assigning and reviewing work, disciplining employees and conducting performance management.
What you'll need for success:- Bachelors' Degree in Public or Business Administration, Engineering, Community or Transportation Planning, Economics, Geography, or related field
- Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri or as a Member of the American Institute for Certified Planners
- Six years of experience in transportation engineering or planning.
Special working conditions and job characteristics:- Job requires occasional, overnight travel.
Why you'll love MoDOT:- You'll play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States.
- You'll receive training opportunities and a chance to further your career.
- You’ll be able to take advantage of many benefits for you and your family while providing service to others in a culturally diverse workplace. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer
At MoDOT, we value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a family-friendly environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team.
Are you interested?
MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
For questions about this position, or to check the status of your application, please e-mail: NWHR@MODOT.MO.GOV
Your application and ALL requested documents must be received by the closing date on this job posting.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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