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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50533932 |
Description Activated On: 10/13/2026 4:13:46 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. As a senior level manager, performs a full range of professional managerial work in planning, directing and administering District-wide activities for: -Work zone analysis / design / quality assurance and operational integrity with major multi-project coordination involvement for PennDOT and permit projects: a $2 billion construction program with an annual letting of over $500 million; -Expressway and arterial sign program (design, maintenance, inspection and data entry into SAP plan maintenance): responsible to evaluate 20% of the signs each year and manage the letting of two maintenance funded contracts for the replacement / maintenance of signs on the expressways and arterials; -Pavement markings program (design and maintenance) : replace yearly all the pavement markings in the district by directing two paint crews and letting contracts with maintenance funding to replace the raised pavement markings and legends; -Regional Traffic Management Center (RTMC) operations program: operate a 24/7 facility and staffing to manage complex Advance Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) of current value (estimated) in excess of $500 million that includes the planning / design/ maintenance of ITS (intelligent transportation systems) infrastructure and complex communications involving communications networks over PennDOT owned fiber which currently is over 600 miles and growing due to major expansion of the ITS system onto the arterials (involves the planning ,letting and management of three (3) contracts – ITS maintenance, System Integration contract, RTMC staffing support contract); -Incident management program: coordinating the activities of Safety Patrol Vehicles through the RTMC: requires the planning management and letting of two contracts in the value of $10 million. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Directs the Traffic Control Section / program to analyze/review/design/ quality assurance of all District Work Zones for maximum performance during construction, and insures projects are coordinated with municipal and emergency response partners and other sections of the Department. Directs the Traffic Control Section / program in order to examine, evaluate install, and maintains all traffic signs and pavement markings, enter all needed data into SAP – plan maintenance and plans / coordinates funding needs with the District maintenance section. Insures that maintenance contracts are let on time. Directs the ITS / Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC) Section / program by planning, designing, evaluating, installing and maintaining / operating complex traffic systems for traffic monitoring, quick incident response, traveler information dissemination about changing traffic conditions, incident response and clearance through the safety patrol program and regional coordination and designs, develops and implements advance Transportation System that allow increased capacity through hard shoulder running and variable speed limits. Communicates delays and congestion to roadway customers and actively manages all ITS system covered highways. Plans and Deploys Advance Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) for active lane management, hard shoulder running and variable speed limit, queue warning and travel times and reports on performance measures. Insures through planning and coordination that all contracts are let on time. Directs the use of Advance Transportation Management Techniques and insures proper design, integration coordination and implementation. Directs through the ITS / RTMC program the District Fiber Communication System designs and implements operational improvements to increase the effectiveness of the communications system through analysis of needs, restrictions, and the placement of field communications equipment for optimum use. Leads the District in participation in the metro-wide fiber optic traffic operations network that connects centers across the region and collaborates with other jurisdictions to share resources. Leads the District in the Traffic Operations Task Force, Goods Movement Task Force, Sports Complex Task Force, I-95 Coalition and (8) Traffic Incident Management Task Forces. Coordinates the planning and evaluation of projects for installing and/or upgrading ITS, sign replacements, sign installation, and pavement markings and ensures funds are available to undertake new projects including managing work zones through the use of ITS. Develops annual and multi-year work plans and strategies to meet business needs. Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards to ensure success. Communicates business and work area plans and goals to managers and/or supervisors to secure buy-in. Reviews, approves, and implements recommended changes to plans and leads the development of process and/or operational improvements including performance methods to be utilized by all sections. Prioritizes and allocates resources to achieve strategies. Utilizes resources to develop or expand services and/or operation. Ensures resources are utilized appropriately and do not exceed the established budget without approval. Creates and administers policies and integrates work group procedures across work areas for consistency. Resolves sensitive, controversial issues by making decisions that are inclusive of multiple perspectives. Represents the department in meetings with elected and/or appointed officials and other city entities. Serves as the department's representative with a variety of public, business, and community organizations. Fosters collaborative relationships to the benefit of the organization. Reviews and approves performance metrics established by supervisors/managers. Assists staff in the achievement of performance standards while identifying opportunities for continual improvement. Resolves escalated employee or citizen complaints including long-term resolutions in problem areas. Selects, trains, develops, and evaluates subordinate staff. Makes decisions on hiring, terminations, promotions, and disciplinary actions as required. Develops and monitors the budget and oversees financial well-being by analyzing cost effectiveness. Directs cost control activities. Provides Tort assistance as required. This position requires the use of thoughtful professional judgement, and involves direct interaction with all levels of executive management including the Assistant District Executives, District Executive, Deputy Secretary and Secretary as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Safety: 1. Assess your environment and be responsible for your safety, the safety of co-workers, and the public. 2. Attend required safety training and adhere to the requirements of all safety manuals, policies, and laws. 3. Immediately report to your supervisor any incident, unsafe practice, or near miss. 4. When in an enclosed environment (office buildings, confined spaces, flagger stations, equipment pinch points, etc.), know your evacuation process and escape route, your communication protocols, and appropriately react in the event of an incident. 5. Evaluate the contractor’s operations: Immediately stop any unsafe actions Engage in an ongoing safety dialogue with the contractor’s leadership. 6. Promote a CULTURE that emphasizes SAFETY as a core value: • Immediately stop any unsafe actions • Incorporate safety into all discussions, deliberations, and decisions • Continuously communicate the safety direction • Inspire employees to be a MODEL for safety • Encourage and support safety initiatives and programs by participating and involving your staff. • Recognize safety daily • Acknowledge EXTRAORDINARY achievements • Learn and improve through After-Action Reviews (AARs) • Enforce accountability Succession Planning: Take an active role in succession planning by completing a Career Development Plan in collaboration with the supervisor. In conjunction with the supervisor, participate in knowledge management/transfer by identifying key aspects of the job and sharing explicit and tacit program/technical knowledge with other employees. Actively engage in succession planning by assessing potential vacancies; identifying current and future critical needs and competencies; and assessing the interest, availability, and readiness of current staff and candidate pools. Work with employees to complete and maintain a Career Development Plan. Engage employees and recognize employees and their accomplishments. Establish a mechanism to identify, capture, and share explicit and tacit program/technical knowledge among staff. Department Green Plan Policy: Commit to following the Department’s Green Plan Policy (PUB 712) and the associated principals. Failure to comply with Department Green Plan Policy shall be documented in employee’s performance review. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Understand your responsibilities as a supervisor under the FLSA to ensure that employees are paid appropriately for hours they work or are allowed to work – i.e. all time spent furthering the business of the Department. Ensure that your employees are performing work only within their regularly assigned shift hours, unless overtime has been directed and approved in advance of completed work. There should be no confusion as to when work has officially started or ended. Ensure that all hours employees work are fully accounted for on payroll sheets. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Unless directed otherwise by your supervisor or manager, comply with stated work hours for the 7.5/8.0-hour day. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Receives written and verbal work assignments from the Assistant District Executive for Operations with a due date for completion. Performance reviews are conducted on a yearly basis and submitted to the District Executive to monitor progress. Attends Unit Head meetings and assists with the review and update of program status. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. Professional Engineer 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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