Program Development Supervisor (TE4)

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 4 to support the Program Development and Delivery team in the Olympic Region (OR) and manage the biennial scoping, grant applications, and budget development for the OR Highway Construction Program. This includes supervising the work of the Program Development group. The Transportation Engineer 4 directly supports the department’s goals of sustaining credibility by maintaining and reporting accurate information in the Capital Connect System (CC) which is used to communicate to the Legislature the transportation system presentation and improvement needs, estimated costs, and schedules to complete.

This position directly supports the agency's strategic plan and goal areas of 1) Workforce Development, by providing staff with a workplace that supports and promotes training and development for professional growth and upward mobility; 2) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, by creating, influencing, and fostering a physically and psychologically safe workplace where all employees feel that they belong; and 3) Resilience, by adapting to evolving requirements and modernization efforts. Through effective management controls and strict adherence to WSDOT policies. Leveraging strategic planning, innovative problem-solving, and proactive risk management techniques to ensure continuity of operations, and adeptly navigate challenges within dynamic environments.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Program Development Supervisor will:

• Work with OR Project Development, Project Engineer’s Office, and Headquarters staff to coordinate and gather the project information needed to develop new projects including estimates, schedule, and scope; work with Capital Program Development & Management (CPDM) for the approval of project summaries.
• Coordinate with Project Development to assign and direct the work.
• Apply engineering principles, methods, and practices to ensure accuracy of project summaries; identify changes that maximize the effectiveness of the region’s scoping program.
• Develop professional, collaborative relationships with CPDM, Region Mats Lab, Region Traffic & Operations, Region Maintenance, HQ Bridge Office, HQ Geotech Office, Office Support Engineers in Program Management, and Region Project Managers, to identify Region program needs and to implement approved program solutions and revisions.
• Lead development of planning level estimates by providing high-level estimates for each project phase including preliminary engineer, right of way, and construction estimates, and spending plans for projects proposed for programming.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, and review the work of assigned staff; ensure staff perform assigned job duties timely, accurately, and within established guidelines and communicated expectations.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Program Management: Experience utilizing the principles of project management to plan, schedule, and track the activities of tasks. Advanced skills to identify, propose, and develop alternate solutions to complex elements of a project. Skills in independently prioritizing workload and handling multiple assignments
• Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying engineering principles, methods, and practices to project management and/or program development in transportation or construction environments.
• Technical & Digital Proficiency: Advanced skills in operating Windows-based systems and engineering software, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook), MS Teams, computer-aided engineering applications, cloud-based platforms, and system databases for project tracking and information management.
• Communication Skills: Advanced skills in professional communication, specifically in communicating technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, virtually, by phone, and in person.
• Leadership & Supervision: Intermediate skills to lead and supervise a diverse workforce by fostering collaboration across boundaries, building and maintaining effective teams, coaching and mentoring staff, and encouraging engagement and professional growth.
• Equity Minded: The ability to take action to learn and grow. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Public Sector Transportation Knowledge: Knowledge of design and construction principles and practices in large public sector transportation projects.
• Technical and Software Skills: Experience working with the Capital System, the Work Order Authorization system, Transportation Executive Information System (TEIS), Transportation Reporting and Accounting Information System (TRAINS), and the biennial budget building process.

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. 
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT 

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.  
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. 

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. 

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. 

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-OR-30417 in the subject line.