District Utility Administrator

About the role

The Position: District Utility Administrator with the Department of Transportation.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• Field Reviews: Evaluate proposed highway locations and identify utility relocation needs and solutions.
• Technical Assistance: Support utilities in developing plans and cost estimates for relocation agreements.
• Coordination Efforts: Work with staff, consultants, and utility companies to manage the use of the Utility Relocation Management System and resolve issues.
• Project Oversight: Direct the review of utility plans, estimates, permits, and right of way requirements.
• Relocation Monitoring: Track progress of physical relocations and help address disputes to keep schedules on track.
• Staff Leadership: Assign tasks, assess performance, and guide staff development and training.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Utility Relocation Administrator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of experience as a Utility Relocation Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of utility relocation work experience and an associate’s degree in surveying, civil engineering, or in a design and drafting technology; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

WORK SCHEDULE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Work Schedule: Full-time employment.
• Work Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• AWS Eligibility: This position is eligible for an alternate work schedule (AWS).
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of probationary period.
• PA Residency Requirement: Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $69,086 (before taxes).

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Application: Complete the application, including all supplemental questions, to serve as your exam for this position.
• Exam Validity: Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Scoring: Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• Submission: Your results will be provided via email.