About the role

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This role is about managing and overseeing the capital improvement program for North Carolina's transportation projects. You'll coordinate with various teams to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while providing technical guidance to analysts. It's primarily an individual contributor role focused on program management.

Good fit

Ideal candidates will have experience in program analysis and evaluation, strong communication skills, and a background in transportation or public sector projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and efficiency improvement is essential.

Worth noting

The salary is relatively low for the responsibilities involved, and the role may involve navigating complex regulatory environments. The position also emphasizes compliance, which could be a red flag for those seeking a more creative or flexible work environment.

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Secretary

Job Classification Title

Program Manager I (NS)

Position Number

60015590

Grade

NC20

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The Division of Planning & Programming is responsible for administering North Carolina’s transportation capital improvement program with funding of $3.2 billion per year. The activities required to fund capital improvement projects are done in different units within the Division and require coordination with units outside the Division. This position will provide direction and oversight of the capital improvement program and will be responsible for ensuring that the program is being run efficiently and is complying with both federal and state laws. There are numerous actions required and many groups both within the Division and within the larger NCDOT organization that play a role in ensuring the Department is complying with all State and Federal funding regulations. This position will provide technical advice and operations to supporting team members, supervisors, Division, senior management and FHWA. This position will assign, review, and provide technical guidance on work performed by Program Analysts within the Unit to ensure compliance with STIP funding requirements, federal regulations, and internal procedures. This position will also monitor unit processes and efficiency, will make suggestions to upper management to streamline procedures. They will generate reports to support all necessary operations within the unit, and as requested by management to assist with any decisions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 $70,478-$123,336

Management prefers applicants with the following:

Skill in program analysis and evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to identify problems and changing requirements.
Demonstrated ability to work with and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, employees/staff and the general public.
Demonstrated ability to interpret federal/state legislation and establish state-level policy guidance related to agency operations to ensure compliance.
Demonstrated ability to compile, analyze and summarize administrative, programmatic and fiscal data for assessing agency capacity.
Demonstrated ability to develop/ written documents/oral presentations and/or reports conveying information and to communicate effectively.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lindsey Blake Puryear

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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What to watch

•Bureaucratic processes may slow decision-making and project implementation.
•Limited public information about career advancement opportunities within the state government.
•Potential for political influences to impact job functions and priorities.

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The State of North Carolina is the government of the U.S. state of North Carolina, providing a range of services to its citizens, including education, public safety, health, and transportation.