21597 - Special Funding Supervisor

Communication

Effectively communicate with public and co-workers while demonstrating sensitivity for their opinion and suggestions. Deal with customers, employees, and managers in a constructive and cooperative manner. Project a positive image of VDOT in personal actions and behaviors according to VDOT values.

Fund Management

Ensure program expenditures are monitored and notify project sponsors when they are not within allocation guidelines.

Outreach Activities

• Ensure accurate program information is available to other VDOT offices and localities via websites, brochures, meeting information, workshops, etc.
• Incorporate use feedback in resolution of issues.

Program Coordination

• Provide leadership for federal and state funding programs and for Program Managers engaged in development and administration of these programs and projects.
• Evaluate program operations and make recommendations for improvements as needed.
• Carry out programming activities and coordinate program requirements.
• Establish priorities for staff based on fluctuating workloads and deadlines.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences, including both internal and external customers.
• Ability to interpret state transportation laws and develop regulations, guidelines and policies.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee implementation of complex programs.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership and direction to a diverse group of professional peers.
• Knowledge of federal and state funding as it relates to transportation enhancement.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices to include performance management and discipline.
• Skill in the use of computers and various software applications.
• Skill in the use of web-based applications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with customers.
• Ability to interpret state transportation laws, develop regulations, guidelines and policies.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee implementation of complex programs.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership and direction to a diverse group of professional peers.
• Knowledge of federal and state funding as it relates to transportation enhancement.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices to include performance management and discipline.
• Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering, Business, Public Administration or related field desired.

About Us

• VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
• In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
• Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI.
• Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI.
• Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following: Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check, Work History Verification, References, Pre-employment physical, Drug screen.