Highway Division Manager 2 - Kanawha County

Nature of Work

This position will serve in the Performance Management Program within the Executive Division of the West Virginia Department of Transportation.  This position will be responsible for assisting the Districts and Divisions in establishing performance targets that will allow for increased accountability.  Incumbent will also assist with identifying the roles and responsibilities of team members within the organization.  Additionally, the Division Manager 2 will effectively manage the unit providing administrative and support services (i.e., budgeting, accounting, purchasing, personnel, business operations, etc.) in this division. 

The operations, policy, work processes, and regulatory requirements of the unit are moderately complex, varied and dynamic, requiring some depth of analysis and interpretation of theory, principles, practices, and regulations of a professional or administrative field. Involves the management of professional employees. The scope of responsibility includes planning the operations and procedures of the unit; directing the work of employees; developing employees; evaluating unit operations; developing budget needs; researching new procedures and improvements; interpreting statutes, regulations, and policies. Performs other related duties as required.

Pay Grade 19

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and executes a complex mission of a statewide program or a primary department-wide program.
• Directs the daily operations of the staff and may direct regional or other field staff.
• Develops and implements operating procedures within regulatory and statutory guidelines; develops and approves forms and procedures.
• Renders decisions in unusual or priority situations; consults with supervisors and other state managers in reviewing same.
 • Evaluates the operations and procedures of the unit for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Recommends the selection and assignment of staff to supervisors, conducts interviews and background evaluations for prospective employees.
• Determines need for training and staff development and provides training or research training opportunities.
• Assists in the development of the division and/or agency budget for personnel services, supplies, and equipment.
• Research professional journals, regulations, and other sources for improvements to agency and unit programs and procedures.
• Compiles a variety of data related to the operation of the unit and/or the agency.
• Interprets statutes, regulations and policies to staff, other managers, and the public.
• May serve as a witness in grievance hearings or other administrative hearings.
• Prepares reports reflecting the operational status of the unit and or agency programs.
• May participate in local conferences and meetings.
• Assessment of program effectiveness or investigating or analyzing a variety of unusual conditions, problems, or questions.
• Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division of Highways or Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take   place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license may be required.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• A wide range of problems or situations may be presented in this level of knowledge. An understanding of an extensive set of rules, regulations, guidelines, and operations will be required to adequately perform job duties.
• Knowledge of the organization and programs of the agency or department.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of management, including organization, planning, staffing, training, budgeting, and reporting.
• Knowledge of state government organization, programs and functions.
• Knowledge of state legislative processes.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local government relationships as they relate to the program, mission and operations of the unit and/or department.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the program and administrative activities of the unit
• Ability to supervise others.
• Ability to evaluate operational situations, analyze data and facts in preparation for administrative and policy decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other government officials, employees, and the public.
• Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

Required Education and Experience

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION 

 
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

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