Transportation Program Manager 1 - Kanawha County

Transportation Program Manager 1

The Transportation Program Manager 1 oversees the development and execution of a division or district-wide program(s) and / or project(s). The position may manage teams and will be responsible for ensuring that every aspect of the project is completed on time and within budget. Assigns milestones, use and / or develops reporting processes, and ensures that every team has what they need to fulfill the objectives of the program or project. This position will act as a liaison between the individuals working on the program and key stakeholders. This classification is distinguished by the lower level of complexity and smaller scope of the program / project, usually at a division or district level rather than statewide. Preference may be given to applicants having experience with Oasis, state / federal programs and funding mechanisms used by the West Virginia Division of Highways. Performs related duties as required.

Pay Grade 15 T0416N

Typical Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assess key demographic areas for our clients' businesses and determine their needs from a practical standpoint.
• Create program initiatives.
• Allocate and control company resources as they relate to individual programs, as well as the departmental budget.
• Establish overall performance standards for programs, program supervisors, and their teams.
• Acts as a liaison between district or division personnel on various projects.
• May assign team members or other staff to various tasks or phases of work in the life cycle of multiple programs.
• Track performance of members of various teams or groups to assess compliance with budgetary, time, and other requirements.
• Purchase or request or work with managers to purchase or request needed supplies, equipment, or services within budgets or limits set by upper-level management or the organization.
• Review the work product of teams for compliance with organizational objectives and goals.
• Report progress of work, goals, problems, and other issues to supervisors, upper-level management, or boards of directors or committees responsible for oversight.
• Review news, regulations, and updates related to the organization's products, services, or programs
• Formulate and implement plans for recovery, alteration of work, or otherwise handling emergencies, disruptions of programs, production, or project schedules, and unanticipated events.
• Take ownership of program development, planning, and execution.
• Develop and control program budget.
• Identify funding opportunities and build relationships with executives.
• Manage timely completion of program deliverables.
• Ensure quality (fit for purpose) and accuracy of program work outcomes.
• Manage program risk.
• Provide quick resolution for problems and roadblocks.
• Develop and maintain a program schedule with milestones.
• Report program status, including progress, productivity, risk, and quality metrics.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

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Benefits :

Annual Increment Pay Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Family Medical Leave Leave Donation Program Military Leave Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program Flexible Work Schedules Training Opportunities Promotion Opportunities Public Employees' Retirement System :

Deferred Compensation Health Insurance Enrollment Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Insurance and more. Life Insurance Credit Union Employee Discounts