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 a Transportation Technical Engineer to serve as the Assistant Program Manager for the I-405/SR 167 Program in Bellevue, WA. There are telework options available for this position. With minimal supervision and reporting to the Program/Business Manager, the Assistant Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of program budget, monitoring and forecasting project expenditures and programming activities for the complex $4 billion funded Program. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Program Manager will:

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  Provide Program Management and Project Control & Reporting tasks for all I-405/SR 167 Program projects using strong understanding of these functions as they relate to preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and construction phases as well as regulations for expenditure of state, local, and federal funds.
• Manage funding and expenditure oversight for the over $4 billion funded I-405/SR 167 Program, including any federally funded Emergency Relief projects in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regulations.
• Review, monitor, track, and analyze project expenditures and cost estimates in a variety of tools such as the Cognos Data Warehouse, Financial Information Retrieval System (FIRS), Estimates and Bids Analysis System (EBASE), and Contract Administration and Payment System (CAPS) used for monthly aging and cost updates entered in the Capital Program Management System (CPMS) to maintain and report on the program delivery plan.
• Manage work order authorization (WOA) process in the Electronic Content Management (ECM) Portal by overseeing staff who monitor and verify that accurate accounting of funding authorizations and expenditures are processed in the Transportation Reporting and Accounting Information System (TRAINS).
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Program Management and Cost, Control and Reporting staff to ensure accurate cost data development, report preparation, development of funding scenarios, expenditure forecasts, aging, and the identification and resolution of funding issues.
• Assist the Program/Business Manager in administering all consultant-contracting and payment activities for the I-405/SR 167 Program through understanding of WSDOT’s consultant contracting procedures and processes.
• Assist the Program/Business Manager in book-building and Legislative budget requests entered in the Transportation Executive Information System (TEIS).
• This position closely coordinates with Regional Program Management and Consultant Liaison Offices, Headquarters (HQ) Capital Program Development and Management Division (CPDM), HQ Accounting and Financial Services (AFS), HQ Consultant Services Office (CSO), and co-located consultant team to accomplish required processes for smooth program delivery.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 4 or equivalent (Bridge Engineer 4 or Transportation Planning Specialist 4)

OR

• Three (3) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 3, Bridge Engineer 3, Transportation Planning Specialist 3

AND

• Experience with program management or project delivery including budget management.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in related field.
• Knowledge of design-build principles.
• Strong understanding of program management and project controls and reporting functions as they relate to preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and construction phases.
• Experience in managing consultant contracts and processing contracts and invoice payments.
• Understanding of WSDOT's consultant contracting procedures and processes.
• Strong analytical skills to gather and interpret data; skillfully compile and summarize large amounts of data and provide recommendation for reporting to managers and executives.
• Excellent customer service orientation and effective communication skills.
• Experience effectively and efficiently using a variety of computer software, mainframe, and internet tools to organize, track, schedule and prioritize work.
• Have excellent spreadsheet skills and experience with agency specific computer programs, including accounting programs, data extraction programs, and databases specific to the position and others as assigned (TEIS, CPMS, TRAINS, EBASE, CAPS, PMRS, ECM Portal, FIRS, Cognos Data Warehouse, etc.)
• Demonstrate the capability to use good judgment and proficiency in solving problems while making decisions in a timely and effective manner.
• Effective management skills to direct and schedule the work of others.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is eligible for remote work up to 100%, per supervisor approval.
• In addition to the salary range listed, a general wage increase of 4% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2023.
• 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 Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

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 earn a minimum 14 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 State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

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 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.

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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 strebal@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference Assistant Program Manager #12469 in the subject line.