Roadway Programs Technician 2

Are you someone who thrives on being organized, pays attention to every detail, and is committed to excellence? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as a Roadway Programs Technician 2 in Westmoreland County. In this role, you will support budgeting, planning, and data analysis concerning maintenance activities, programs, and expenditures. Step up in your career and contribute to our county's committed maintenance team!

In this role, you will engage in advanced technical tasks related to Roadway Programs Management. You will assist in the evaluation, analysis, and development of maintenance responsibilities within the Westmoreland County Maintenance Organization. Your efforts will contribute to fostering a user-friendly, customer-oriented office environment by ensuring a high standard of service for both internal and external stakeholders.

You will engage in complex technical tasks related to the evaluation, analysis, and enhancement of roadway management and maintenance operations, adhering to the guidelines set forth by the Roadway Management System (RMS) and Plant Maintenance within the county's maintenance framework. Your responsibilities will also include assisting in the procurement and coordination of bulk roadway maintenance materials, such as aggregates, bituminous products, liquid bituminous, sodium chloride, and anti-skid materials. Additionally, you will prepare, certify, and oversee bids, as well as draft specifications and requests for quotes through eProcurement and eMarketplace platforms. Collaborating closely with approved vendors, you will facilitate the purchase of necessary materials and services, while also preparing and monitoring contracts and participating in the contract awarding process. Furthermore, you will review the Contractor Responsibility Program to ensure that the selected bidder meets all Commonwealth obligations and does not have any performance-related issues.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours may vary during winter operations
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment, and an Associate's Degree in the field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or closely related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.