Job Description:
Introduction
Do you have a passion for leading others? What about experience coordinating or overseeing technical projects or programs? If you answered yes, join the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a Technical Services Supervisor today!The WI Department of Transportation (WisDOT), Division of Transportation System Development (DTSD) is seeking an interested and qualified individual to fill a Technical Services Supervisor (Transportation Specialist Supervisor) vacancy in the North Central Region!This full-time position will be headquartered in Wisconsin Rapids or Rhinelander, WI.WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment)A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirementsAn exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings planWell Wisconsin Wellness ProgramA free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-beingUse this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.Every day, WisDOT’s Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. You’ll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think you’ll find it’s an awfully rewarding one, too.We’re looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. It’s a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities. Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future – NOW.
Position Summary
This is an Engineering Services Unit Supervisor position in the North Central Region, Technical Services Section (TSS) working under the general supervision of the Technical Services Section Chief. This unit is responsible for the region’s environmental coordination, stormwater/erosion control coordination, tribal coordination, records retention coordination, facilities maintenance coordination, and administrative duties for both region offices. This position is responsible for technical oversight; participation in and/or approval of project decisions; and coordination with other regional supervisors to maintain a working knowledge of current activities, issues, and decisions related to the improvement program. This position performs administrative and supervisory functions in the field of engineering and is responsible for the supervision of professional and technical staff that provide support for engineering related functions.This position’s primary role is to achieve program objectives by interpreting and applying policy within its programmatic area and directly supervising a staff of professional and technical positions. This includes coordinating staff and resources to meet program objectives; providing training and developmental opportunities to staff; applying technical expertise in decision-making; developing and implementing policy; and prioritizing, assigning, and monitoring work to meet project requirements and deadlines. Additionally, this position requires effective communication with internal and external partners, other agencies, consultants, and contractors.To view the full position description, please reach out to Allie Strullmyer at allison.strullmyer@dot.wi.gov.
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range 81-30 with an annual salary of $89,440 -$94,640, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
This position requires the ability to travel independently to supervise staff in the other regional office, conduct field site visits, and attend trainings and statewide meetings.WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer.Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the DTSD NCR Wisconsin Rapids or Rhinelander office at least two days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants will have experience with all of the following:
Mentoring, leading, and advising others to accomplish work objectives.Communicating (including technical information) to varied customers or groups.Developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring project or program related activities.
How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Allie Strullmyer at allison.strullmyer@dot.wi.gov or (608) 267-7946. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 14th at 11:59PM CST.
