Working Title: Director, Office of Materials & Road Research

Job Class: Engineer Principal Administrative-Transportation

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/29/2024

• Closing Date : 05/20/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

• Division/Unit : Materials / Materials & Road Research

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $53.44 - $76.55 / hourly; $111,582 - $159,836 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Telework Eligible : Hybrid

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

** 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.

This position is located at the Office of Materials & Road Research in Maplewood, MN and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position provides overall leadership and administrative guidance to the management and employees of the Office of Materials & Road Research. The position also provides technical expertise in the areas of materials testing, pavement management, geotechnical engineering, and pavement research. The Director is responsible for the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to ensure the department and office resources are being effectively utilized and efficiently carried out by all managers and employees.

Occasional in-state day travel to MnROAD facility in Monticello, MN and to attend Manager Group meetings is required. Occasional out-of-state travel (5-10% of time) is also required to attend national research conferences and events. Some travel may be overnight.

Minimum Qualifications

Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) AND three years of engineering management experience.

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.

• Leadership and Management: Demonstrated ability to enhance trust through transparency and accountability; demonstrated ability to lead and manage a variety of functions, such as research, program delivery and maintenance; and demonstrated ability to lead change and maintain a strong team environment.

• Technical Expertise: Experience that demonstrates knowledge of all phases of materials, pavement, geotechnical, hydraulics and structure designs; AASHTO and MnDOT specifications; fabrication, construction, and maintenance for all types of highways, bridges, and other structures such as tunnels, retaining walls and culverts.

• Policymaking: Experience developing and implementing policies, rules, standards, and procedures.

• Human Relations: Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with MnDOT staff and a variety of agencies, organizations, and stakeholders.

• Fiscal: Experience developing and managing budgets including the allocation of resources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the areas of pavement engineering, pavement management, geotechnical engineering, materials engineering, and/or pavement research.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.