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Location : King County - Seattle - Other, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-NWR-0W661
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Northwest Region
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 1/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an experience profession to serve as the I-5 Program Manager in the Northwest Region. This newly established position will serve as the I-5 Program Manager for the Cascadia High-Speed Rail and I-5 Program (the Program), is necessary to comply with legislative direction provided in the 2023-2025 transportation budget proviso. This position supports a complex and long term program to deliver evaluation studies, plans, financing, environmental reviews, design, construction and operation of major multimodal corridor projects and integrated mobility systems related to significant efforts to maximize transportation system performance including: I-5 Corridor Planning which spans from the Canadian border to the Oregon border and Cascadia High-Speed Rail (Cascadia HSR), formerly Ultra-High-Speed Ground Transportation (UHSGT), which spans from Portland, Oregon to Vancouver, B.C. and is being conducted in partnership with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (BC MoTI), Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), and Oregon Metro. The program will also consider the effects and interaction with air mobility planning in the region. The Program will use a centralized Program Management Office (PMO) and General Engineering Consultant (GEC) contracting and resources to set-up, organize, and direct this complex program.
What to Expect
The purpose of this position is to manage, direct and control all aspects of the I-5 Program which spans from the Oregon border to the Canadian border, building on previous planning work. The program will work to address the impacts of growth, including mobility issues, in western Washington. It will deliver equitable, resilient transportation systems that move people and goods safely and efficiently, connect communities, support a vital economy, and decrease carbon emissions. This position will work to advance multimodal comprehensive system planning efforts through I-5 planning work and closely coordinate with Cascadia HSR, air mobility planning and other related planning efforts. This role will oversee a corridor wide Master Plan and advance work to address seismic resiliency on structures between Boeing Field and Lake City way as well as HOV efficiencies and future managed lane strategies.
This position will also oversee the engagement with jurisdictions and agencies, coordination with tribal governments, legislative strategies and coordination, and funding. In addition to planning work, this position will oversee project delivery of early actions such as pilot projects as well as longer-term delivery as planning work advances projects.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the I-5 Program Manager will:
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Important Notes
Why WSDOT
Check out this video to learn more:
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:
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
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.
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at Please be sure to reference I-5 Program Manager #0W661 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for les...
Location : King County - Seattle - Other, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-NWR-0W661
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Northwest Region
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 1/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an experience profession to serve as the I-5 Program Manager in the Northwest Region. This newly established position will serve as the I-5 Program Manager for the Cascadia High-Speed Rail and I-5 Program (the Program), is necessary to comply with legislative direction provided in the 2023-2025 transportation budget proviso. This position supports a complex and long term program to deliver evaluation studies, plans, financing, environmental reviews, design, construction and operation of major multimodal corridor projects and integrated mobility systems related to significant efforts to maximize transportation system performance including: I-5 Corridor Planning which spans from the Canadian border to the Oregon border and Cascadia High-Speed Rail (Cascadia HSR), formerly Ultra-High-Speed Ground Transportation (UHSGT), which spans from Portland, Oregon to Vancouver, B.C. and is being conducted in partnership with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (BC MoTI), Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), and Oregon Metro. The program will also consider the effects and interaction with air mobility planning in the region. The Program will use a centralized Program Management Office (PMO) and General Engineering Consultant (GEC) contracting and resources to set-up, organize, and direct this complex program.
What to Expect
The purpose of this position is to manage, direct and control all aspects of the I-5 Program which spans from the Oregon border to the Canadian border, building on previous planning work. The program will work to address the impacts of growth, including mobility issues, in western Washington. It will deliver equitable, resilient transportation systems that move people and goods safely and efficiently, connect communities, support a vital economy, and decrease carbon emissions. This position will work to advance multimodal comprehensive system planning efforts through I-5 planning work and closely coordinate with Cascadia HSR, air mobility planning and other related planning efforts. This role will oversee a corridor wide Master Plan and advance work to address seismic resiliency on structures between Boeing Field and Lake City way as well as HOV efficiencies and future managed lane strategies.
This position will also oversee the engagement with jurisdictions and agencies, coordination with tribal governments, legislative strategies and coordination, and funding. In addition to planning work, this position will oversee project delivery of early actions such as pilot projects as well as longer-term delivery as planning work advances projects.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the I-5 Program Manager will:
- Provide program management oversight and leadership for this program that stretches from the Oregon border to the Canadian border, from planning to project delivery.
- Oversee program public and agency engagement strategy.
- Lead project development and delivery, meeting agency requirements on time and within budget.
- Facilitate resolution of transportation issues related to the I-5 program.
- Coordinate with WSDOT regions and many jurisdictional partners and community interests along the 277-mile I5 corridor around existing and planned studies
- Give presentations, provide information to and coordinate with federal, state, and local agency officials, advocacy and interest groups, and members of the public.
- Represent WSDOT and UMAM in federal, state, local and multi-parties' boards, associations, and organizations.
- Develop and manage multi-functional teams of direct reports, other WSDOT staff and GEC consultants to successfully complete deliverables.
- Provide grant strategy seeking funding.
- Manage contracts to support program.
- Implement agency and division goals, objectives, policies, regulations, standards, plans and actions.
- Ensure that goals for a diverse workforce and a hostile-free workplace are met.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Ten (10) years progressive experience in transportation planning or similar field, five of which must be in supervisory or management capacity.
- Strong skills in transportation planning methods, principles, and resources; policy alternative development; costs benefit analysis and economic impact assessment.
- Ability to translate technical results into "plain talk" findings and policy recommendations.
- Thorough knowledge of state and regional transportation planning processes, WSDOT policy and procedures, Washington State legislative and budget processes, and transportation planning policies and issues at regional, state, and federal levels.
- Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences including elected officials, agency professionals, and members of the public.
- Ability to manage staff and build effective multi-disciplinary teams.
- Strong public involvement and community relations skills.
- Strong project management skills, including scope, schedule and budget development and management; change management; team leadership; and communication.
- Possess a valid driver's license and ability to travel statewide.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Post-graduate degree in transportation planning or related field.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
- 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 Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in 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
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- 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 for more information.
Check out this video to learn more:
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 of 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.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
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.
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at Please be sure to reference I-5 Program Manager #0W661 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for les...
