Assistant Division Chief, Landscape Programs (Program Manager III)

　　Salary

　　$78,749.00 - $126,912.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Baltimore City

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　5478-SHA-ES-61.5-02-SW-01/24

　　Department

　　State Highway Administration

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description

　　Executive Service

　　This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority

　　Assistant Division Chief - Landscape Programs (Program Manager III)

　　YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

　　http://www/governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd

　　The State Highway Administration (SHA) is seeking to fill an executive service position as an Assistant Division Chief - Landscape Programs (Program Manager III) in the Office of Environmental Design (OED) located in Baltimore City . This position is open to anyone who meets the preferred qualifications listed below.

　　The Assistant Division Chief (ADC) will assist the Division Chief with the management of the Office of Environmental Design (OED) Landscape Programs Division (LPD). This position will provide leadership and management support to a division responsible for supporting SHA’s capital and operating programs regarding vegetation management, roadside development, and environmental regulatory compliance. This division designs, administers, and inspects landscape construction, maintenance, tree establishment and vegetation management projects.

　　The ADC will ensure goals are communicated, priorities are set, tasks are assigned, and milestones are met; manage the development, budgeting, and delivery of operating and capital programs including vegetation management, landscape maintenance, landscape construction and tree establishment contracts; manage the implementation of OED’s various programs, vegetation management training, and guideline and specification development; manage customer service responsibilities; lead landscape architectural design; review district and access permit applications; manage LPD’s tracking of construction projects and ensure technical inspection support and provide written recommendations at various milestones; ensure accurate and timely environmental reports; serve as expert on various environmental inquiries; manage the environmental asset inventory and reporting data; develop and implement LPD policies, procedures and processes, and ensure adherence to OED and SHA policies and environmental laws. This position is also responsible for implementing a succession plan to identify long-range needs; identifying and facilitating staff training and development; identifying organizational structure and resource needs; and ensuring participation on state and national committees and at national vegetation management conferences.

　　MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide .

　　“The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named a Training magazine Training APEX Awards winner for the fifth consecutive year."

　　Qualifications

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Experience: Five (5) years of experience in administrative or professional work. Two (2) years of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures.

　　Two (2) years of experience providing leadership and management of a landscape design, landscape construction, or vegetation management program.

　　Licenses & Certifications

　　Certifications:

　　Maryland Pesticide Applicator’s Certification

　　Nutrient Management Certification

　　Erosion and Sediment Control Yellow Card Certification

　　Additional Information

　　TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http:// www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

　　Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for .

　　If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.

　　The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

　　The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

　　Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

　　Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

　　Applications must be submitted online by the closing date. If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:

　　410-545-5554Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

　　WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

　　Issue Date: 01/19/2024

　　Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:

　　https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152

　　Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!

　　*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.

　　01

　　Do you have five (5) years of experience in administrative or professional work?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you possess. Also, include the name of the employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type N/A in the box. Please do not list" see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.

　　03

　　Do you have two (2) years of experience involving one or more of the following areas? Please select ALL that apply:

　　Supervision of employees

　　Overseeing and coordinating general operations of a unit

　　Applying rules and regulations

　　Exercising responsibility for the development of policies and procedures

　　None of the above

　　04

　　If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you possess. Also, include the name of the employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type N/A in the box. Please do not list" see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.

　　05

　　Do you have two (2) years of experience providing leadership and management of a landscape design, landscape construction, or vegetation management program?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you possess. Also, include the name of the employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type N/A in the box. Please do not list" see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.

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