PROJECT MANAGER 1 - State of Idaho

Description

State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

The Division of Highways Development (Planning Services) seeks an enthusiastic and motivated Project Manager 1 to be part of our Planning Services team. Our team is looking for someone with a strong background in transportation and likes working with diverse stakeholders in a culture that promotes innovation and collaboration. This position will work closely with many diverse groups in a planning capacity that include state, federal and private organizations to solve problems and improve or develop processes to enhance current workflow, operations, and compliance.

The selected candidate must be a self-starter and be able to work independently to achieve goals.

SUMMARY:

To plan, implement and manage one or more regional or small projects; perform related work.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: 

• Develops and manages initiatives related to Planning which includes doing necessary research and working with transportation stakeholders. Examples include:
• 1. Consultation processes
  2. Statewide transportation plans
  3. Support to external agencies
• Providing project management support to subject matter experts
• Engaging stakeholders at a statewide level and building consensus for transportation priorities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

• Planning and implementing projects including coordinating the development of project scope, goals, work plans, timelines, implementation strategies, and measurement processes/methods for assessing progress toward goals and project outcomes.
• Interpreting and explaining specialized or complex material into information usable by the public
• Developing and monitoring contracts

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with federal aid projects and/or programs. 

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: careers@itd.idaho.gov or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or emailada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. (If you have a contact for applicant accommodations at your agency, please replace the contact information).

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.