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Program Manager I

Salary

$65,876.00 - $115,283.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-15012

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Opening Date

12/13/2024

Closing Date

1/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Program Manager I

Position Number

60015689

Salary Grade

NC20

• Description

• Benefits

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Description of Work

This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

The Freight Rail and Economic Development Program Manager is responsible for providing statewide freight transportation, logistics, and economic development expertise to the Rail Division. This is done in coordination with economic development organizations at all scales to increase the economic competitiveness of North Carolina, as well as the economic impact of freight and passenger rail. The position leads teams of engineering and data analysis consulting firms, Department and Division employees, and other stakeholders in developing analysis, studies, research, and reports to support new and ongoing freight and logistics opportunities.

Studies and programs include, but are not limited to, developing the multimodal and intermodal freight network connectivity between rail, truck and maritime shipping, supporting logistics development for existing and prospective industries, maximizing the potential of state and private transportation assets for freight, and analyzing interstate freight traffic flows to balance the burden on rail and highway networks. The position proposes, develops, and recommends policies related to statewide freight, logistics, and economic development for executive leadership consideration and action. The position represents the Division and Department on matters related to freight, logistics, and economic development.

In order of importance, the Freight Rail and Economic Development Program Manager will be responsible for:

• Freight Rail Program Development:Work to ensure that freight rail funds achieve strategic ends for NCDOT, largely through coordination and engagement with stakeholders within and outside NCDOT.

• TeamManagement: This position leads a team of NCDOT employees and consultants retained to support the office’s functions, with a focus on coordination with economic development organizations at all scales to increase the economic competitiveness of North Carolina, and the economic impact of freight and passenger rail.

• IntercityPassengerRailProgramDevelopment: Support efforts to improve and expand intercity passenger rail, especially through engagement with economic development and destination marketing bodies.

• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve NCDOT as a subject matter expert and policy advisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Knowledge of economic development principles, strategies, and best practices.

• Knowledge of railroads, multimodal freight systems, supply chains and logistics, and related analytics.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.

• Knowledge of purchasing, budget and accounting practices and procedures as related to the program area of assignment.

• Skill in managing professional and support positions to achieve program goals.

• Skill in program analysis and evaluation.

• Experience selecting, training, and supervising employees engaged in specific program or operational area.

• Experience developing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues, state officials, and the public.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Levonda Norman, 919-707-4715, lrnorman@ncdot.gov

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

• Yes

• No

  02

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of economic development principles, strategies, and best practices?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  03

  Explain how you have knowledge of economic development principles, strategies, and best practices.

  04

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of railroads, multimodal freight systems, supply chains and logistics, and related analytics?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  05

  Explain how you have knowledge of railroads, multimodal freight systems, supply chains and logistics, and related analytics.

  06

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  07

  Explain how you have knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.

  08

  Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of purchasing, budget and accounting practices and procedures as related to the program area of assignment?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  09

  Explain how you have knowledge of purchasing, budget and accounting practices and procedures as related to the program area of assignment.

  10

  Which of the following best describes your level of skill in managing professional and support positions to achieve program goals?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  11

  Explain how you have skill in managing professional and support positions to achieve program goals.

  12

  Which of the following best describes your level of skill in program analysis and evaluation?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  13

  Explain how you have skill in program analysis and evaluation.

  14

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience selecting, training, and supervising employees engaged in specific program or operational area?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1-2 Years

• 2-3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  15

  Explain how you have experience selecting, training, and supervising employees engaged in specific program or operational area.

  16

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience developing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues, state officials, and the public?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1-2 Years

• 2-3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  17

  Explain how you have experience developing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues, state officials, and the public.

  18

  Which of the following best describes your level of supervisory program experience?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1 or More Years

  Required Question

Agency

State of North Carolina

Address

333 Fayetteville StRaleigh, North Carolina, 27603

Website

http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html

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