Manager of Planning (Assistant Director)

This position is responsible for supervising professional, technical and support staff as well as private consultants. The primary function of the position is the management of Local Systems Improvement throughout the State. This includes planning and production from concept through construction of the Transportation Alternatives, Trails and Pathways, Safe Routes to School, Byways and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Programs. Other duties include development and maintenance of the prioritization systems, policies and coordination with local governments.

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

1. Experience with managing Transportation Enhancement/Transportation Alternative projects (TE/TAP) or similar from concept through construction
    
2. Knowledge of State of Delaware Executuive Order 6 and Executive Order 26, as well as, GA 146, Senate Concurrent Resolution 13. 
    
3. Experience with advocacy for local transportation projects involving multiple modes of transportation.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Analyze and assess data, problems, and issues and their impact on programs, plans or the current environment.
   
• Define and evaluate alternative uses of resources, viable options/approaches and anticipated costs and benefits, consequences and outcomes using present and projected information.
   
• Develop recommended course of action for public and private decisions in formal plans and policies including policy statements, budget allocations, regulations and/or legislation to affect and facilitate change and reach objectives.
   
• Formulate plans and policies to meet the social, economic, and physical needs of communities.
   
• Develop, promote and market strategies for the implementation of plans, policies and programs.
   
• Build consensus with community leaders, customers, advocates, and other affected parties via negotiations, mediation and facilitation.
   
• Involve and educate special interest groups, customers, and public officials via variety of forums, e.g., seminars, workshops, conferences, newsletters, assessments, and analytical reports. 
   
• Coordinate planning activities and policies across state, regional, county and local levels; integrate with other entities outside the state.
   
• Provide technical assistance, training and education for understanding and managing change.
   
• Design and manage the planning process.
   
• Systematically evaluate the impact of plan implementation and incorporate findings with the ongoing planning process.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Manager of Planning
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Six months experience in professional planning program administration such as overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of professional planning programs and services; planning and establishing short and long range program goals and objectives. Providing advice to other agency organizational units through consultation
    
2. Experience in applying the principles and practices of planning related to Safe Routes to School, Bicycle, Pedestrian and Scenic Byways projects.
    
3. Six months experience in public policy administration which includes overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of public policies.
    
4. Knowledge of operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.

Merit Only: Current State of Delaware employees in a position covered by the Merit System and who have completed their initial probationary period.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.