Research Section Manager

This position manages and directs all administrative, technical and research activities of MnDOT’s pavement research program so that the activities are relevant and responsive to the emerging needs of the Department. The position also manages activities at the MnROAD facility in Monticello, MN, and several associated pooled fund projects with multiple state members.

Occasional in-state travel to meetings and construction project sites is required. Occasional out-of-state travel is also required to attend regional and national conferences. Some travel may be overnight.

WHY WORK FOR US

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

· 12 paid holidays per year

· Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year

· Earn 13 days paid sick time

· Pension plan

· Paid life insurance

· Paid parental leave available

· Some telework may be available

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity AND five years of post-registration experience with three years at the Engineer Principal level.

(If obtaining licensure through reciprocity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)

If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you must provide a cover letter summarizing your experience in the areas listed below. Attach your cover letter and resume to the online application. Your application will not be considered if you do not submit the required cover letter.

· Leadership and Management: Demonstrated ability to enhance trust through transparency and accountability; demonstrated ability to lead and manage a variety of functions, such as research, program delivery and maintenance; and demonstrated ability to lead change and maintain a strong team environment.

· Technical Expertise: Experience with pavement design and construction techniques, soils and aggregates, construction materials and testing principles, and mechanized data gathering for pavement design purposes. Experience integrating diverse transportation research.

· Policymaking: Experience developing and implementing policies, rules, standards, and procedures.

· Human Relations: Experience supervising staff and establishing relationships with staff, stakeholders, and interest groups.

· Fiscal Management: Experience developing and managing budgets including the allocation of resources.

APPLY ONLINE BY 9/23/2024:

• Go to www.mn.gov/careers
• Click “Search open positions”
• Enter the Job Opening ID “79872” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
• Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
• Click “Apply for Job”
• When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Internet Job Board – Indeed.

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

CONTACT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Lena Garcia, Senior Recruitment Specialist

Lena.Garcia@state.mn.us

612-257-2388

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $108,492.00 - $155,639.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Maplewood, MN 55109 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Maplewood, MN 55109: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Maplewood, MN 55109

Salary : $108,492 - $155,639