State Division Administrator 17 (Engineer of Transportation Systems Management and Operations) BFS

At the Bureau of Field Services (BFS), our success is powered by our devotion to innovation and providing leading edge services and solutions. Our culture is what makes our bureau a rewarding place to work. We strive to promote and encourage our employees’ best qualities, which cultivates a positive and diverse team. As a bureau, we pursue avenues that lead to increased safety and efficiency in Michigan’s highway programs on behalf of our co-workers, friends, and families, driven by our celebration of successes and strides made in the workplace. Our team is seeking a State Division Administrator 17 for our Bureau of Field Services Team. We are looking for someone who can embrace the challenges of meeting our goals and exceeding the standards! Direct the day-to-day operations of the Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Division in accordance with the mission of the bureau, department and the direction provided by the bureau and department leadership. Guide and facilitate the development of standards, specifications, and processes to improve quality and statewide alignment in the areas of Maintenance, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Traffic and Safety, Fleet and Facilities. Lead the Statewide Maintenance and Operations Alignment Team (SMOAT) and support participation in state and national industry related work groups focused on improving transportation system operations and industry relationships. Lead and guide research efforts in the areas of Maintenance, ITS, Traffic and Safety, Fleet and Facilities. This position requires possession of a valid drivers license to attend meetings and/or work groups. Note, position effective/start date will be on or after November 8, 2026. The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the State Division Administrator 17 position. For additional information, please see the links below:

• State Division Administrator 17 Position Description
• All about MDOT

<span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span> Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain throughout employment in the position.
• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan and must maintain throughout employment in the position.
• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateDivisionAdministrator.pdf MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact [email protected].