Talent Advisory Group
Title: Delivery & Operations Division Administrator
Job Code: TAG446
Pay Rate / Salary: USD 154236-238692/Yearly/Full Time

Job Description: We are recruiting for a Delivery & Operations Division Administrator who will oversee and support an organization of more than 2,500 employees within the agency. In this executive role, you will lead the division by administering diverse programs that support the planning, design, construction, improvement, maintenance and operation of Oregon's state highway system in a safe, efficient, equitable and environmentally responsible manner for all users. ODOT is partnering with the Talent Advisory Group (TAG) to support this recruitment. TAG is a nationally recognized SBA-certified 8(a), minority and veteran-owned consulting firm with extensive experience placing executive leaders in government and the transportation sector.

Responsibilities:

• Define the division's structure and goals and provide direction to the division's leadership team in developing specific goals and plans for their areas.
• Manage the five regions and headquarters functions with daily/weekly interaction with managers across the state.
• Collaborate with other division administrators to continuously support all modes of transportation in a unified way.
• Budget, plan, direct, monitor and adjust the division's programs and activities through subordinate supervisors by integrating and implementing overall department goals through various programs.
• Evaluate the allocation and availability of resources to respond to changing workloads.
• Advocate and negotiate policy, budget and operational work with other divisions, the agency director, other agencies, the Oregon Transportation Commission and the Oregon Legislature.
• Define and adjust department and program priorities by developing strong partnerships with various government and private agencies.
• Direct, present and approve budget requests and obtain legislative approval of the biennial operating budget to achieve the division's mission.
• Develop and carry out initiatives which respond to the concerns and needs of highway users, the public, local jurisdictions, state agencies, legislators, the governor and federal government.
• Propose legislation and testify before state legislative committees.
• Represent the agency on regional and national highway associations.
• Work in an office environment with hybrid options available - requires being on call for emergency situations and traveling in state and out of state for projects, meetings and conferences.

Qualifications:

• 9 years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery. OR 6 years of management experience in transportation infrastructure development and project delivery and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, engineering or a related field.
• Significant transportation experience with a state department of transportation or relevant federal agency.
• Experience in complex organizational change management, establishing strategic vision and operationalizing policies for an entire agency or major division. • Proven ability to establish strong working relationships with local and state government agencies, industry partners, and labor partners.

Required Qualifications:

• Possession of a Professional Engineer's (PE) license in the State of Oregon OR the ability to obtain license within six months of hire.
• If registered in another state, successful applicants will be required to obtain a temporary permit to practice engineering, pursuant to ORS 672.109, within six months from date of hire.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record are required. Final candidates will undergo a pre-employment driving record check. Licenses from any U.S. state are acceptable.

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