Operations Assistant Division Director - Transportation Assistant Division Director

Working Title: Operations Assistant Division Director**

**Job Class: Transportation Assistant Division Director**

**Agency: Transportation Dept**

+ **Job ID** : 88041

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 08/05/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/25/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : Operations Division / Operations Division Admin

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes

+ **Salary Range:** $57.96 - $82.92 / hourly; $121,020 - $173,136 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

**The work you'll do is more than just a job.**

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position provides executive leadership to the MnDOT Operations Division by managing public policy, establishing priorities and implementing and integrating programs. It is responsible for coordinating and guiding division programs and projects and serving as a liaison between districts and offices to promote collaboration, communication, and transparency.

As a member of the Operations Division Management Team the position:

+ Provides leadership for division direction and programs.

+ Assists in prioritizing division products and services, focusing on project development, Americans with Disabilities Act program, Shared Services, and program development and tracking.

+ Leads and collaborates across the department to move the department's strategic vision and direction forward.

+ Serves as a voting member of Senior Leadership Team, Governance Committee.

+ Acts as proxy for the Assistant Commissioner of Operations as a voting member on SLT and Transportation Program & Investment Committee.

The Operations Division includes the Office of Maintenance, Office of Traffic and Safety Operations, Transportation Systems Management and Operations that includes the Office of Connected and Automated Vehicles and the Electrical Services section, the Shared Services function, the Americans with Disabilities Act unit, and eight MnDOT districts. The division has approximately 3,800 employees and numerous clientele both internal and external to the agency across the state, region and nation.

In-state travel is up to 15% of the time, and out of state travel may include several conferences each year.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

**Minimum Qualifications**

**Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the** Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID)

AND

Three years of executive leadership and management experience directing multiple programs and strategic initiatives for a large transportation organization.

**If you meet the above requirements, you must provide a cover letter summarizing your experience in the areas listed below. Attach your cover letter and resume to the online application.** **Your application will not be considered if you do not submit the required cover letter.**

+ Leadership: Considerable leadership skills and experience to successfully lead and manage agency initiatives; develop and implement innovative solutions to complex issues; and lead and motivate others who do not report directly to you in developing and completing projects/programs.

+ Technical Expertise: Experience demonstrating a broad understanding of the technical areas of operations, maintenance, program planning and delivery; and experience planning, directing, implementing and explaining complex transportation programs; and knowledge and experience with the legislative process.

+ Fiscal and Human Resources Management: Knowledge of fiscal and human resource needs, limitations, and alternatives to effective use resources to deliver products and services.

+ Communications/Human Relations: Excellent oral and written skills to successfully interact and create strong relationships with management, external stakeholders, and MnDOT staff.

**Additional Requirements**

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Drivers License Check, Education/License Verification and a drug and alcohol test.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ... or email ... . Please indicate what assistance is needed.