At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details
Working Title: Highway Sponsorship Supervisor
Job Class: Transportation Program Supervisor
Agency: Transportation Department
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 04/11/2024
- Closing Date: 05/01/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA
- Division/Unit: Land Management / Land Management
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes
- Salary Range: $35.98 - $51.83 / hourly; $75,126 - $108,221 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.
Job Summary
This position was previously announced 3/8/2024 - 3/27/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.
** 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 Central Office in St. Paul 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 is expected to work in the office once a week.
This position is responsible for managing the Highway Sponsorship Program (defined in Chapter 3 Sec. 17 [160.801]) in addition to other property management activities for the Office of Land Management (OLM). Duties include training internal and external customers on the Highway Sponsorship Program, seeking out opportunities and working with external partners to take full advantage of the Program, in coordination with the Center for Community Connections and Sustainability and Public Health Division as well as other right of way programs such as “Adopt a Highway,” Landscaping Partnerships, etc. In addition, assisting in the establishment of the Alternative Uses of Right of Way Committee to guide and support the Department’s property management activities.
NOTE: In-state travel is required up to 10% of the time to attend meetings, trainings, and as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of professional supervisory experience OR three years of advanced professional experience demonstrating:
- Experience providing work direction to others, demonstrating the ability to successfully motivate and direct the work of other staff.
- Planning and program development experience relating to city/urban planning, economic development, community development, or real estate development.
- Budget analysis experience sufficient to oversee program/section budget and staffing budget.
- Experience working with internal and external partners and leading stakeholder groups.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in the engineering, business, or legal field - relating to transportation or property management.
- Experience with interrelationships and interdependencies among transportation, land use, community and economic development, sustainability or other areas related to planning.
Additional Requirements
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.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Charity Morrow at charity.morrow@state.mn.us.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Charity Morrow at charity.morrow@state.mn.us.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.