The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state’s roads, bridges, tunnels and ferries. Through the Commonwealth Transportation Board, it also provides funding for airports, rail, and public transportation. Virginia has the third largest state-maintained highway system in the country covering 58,321 miles of interstate, primary, secondary and frontage roads. VDOT has about 7,500 employees making it one of the largest state agencies in Virginia delivering a program that exceeds $5 Billion.

VDOT is seeking a highly qualified, senior level executive with proven experience in managing the full scope of a large-scale transportation construction and maintenance program to serve as the Deputy District Administrator/Engineer in the Richmond District. Based in South Chesterfield, the Richmond District consists of 14 counties (Amelia, Brunswick, Charles City, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, New Kent, Nottoway, Powhatan and Prince George), four cities (Colonial Heights, Hopewell, Petersburg, and Richmond) and 15 towns. The district is responsible for approximately 18,000 miles of road in Central Virginia making it VDOT’s largest roadway network for a District. Approximately 880 employees work within the Richmond District, which includes four Residency Offices and 27 Area Headquarters. The Richmond District has road and bridge toll facilities geographically located within it and is home to two Metropolitan Planning Organizations. With a $750 million construction, maintenance and operations program, the Richmond District is at the heart of the Commonwealth representing both urban and rural environments.

Our top candidate will be a leader with the ability to drive change and solutions toward addressing transportation challenges and opportunities. The candidate must have demonstrated ability to lead and manage the performance of employees while inspiring vision and motivation in the delivery of services and projects on time and on budget, with emphasis on safety and security. A focus on environmental excellence and effective collaborative partnerships with internal and external partners is critical for agency and individual success.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts and leave programs. Employees participate in a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirements saving including employer matching. The Commonwealth of Virginia also funds a short and long term disability program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs and more.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. VDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants” at: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/. We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics. Your success in our organization depends upon modelling these values, therefore visit http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive senior level management knowledge of transportation operations including federal and state highway regulations, policies and practices; environmental stewardship; business functions; highway and transportation related engineering principles and practices; engineering construction and maintenance management operations; and financial management. Proven track record of managing and motivating employees; building integrity and trust through effective communications. Quality business decision making in the delivery of business driven objectives. Successful candidates will be able to build consensus and develop solutions to complex situations by effectively understanding the interrelationship of key business, government, economic and social issues, trends and events that affect transportation organizations and have the ability to adjust rapidly to new situations, maintain focus on the most important issues and be able to drive self and others to excellence and results while employing professionalism and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

Advance degree in Engineering, Public Administration or related field. Progressive executive leadership experience with responsibility for a variety of highway transportation related business units consisting of diverse functions. Experience in multi-modal operations. Knowledge of congestion management programs and strategies. Professional Engineer licensure is preferred.

Special Requirements

This position requires the completion of the Financial Statement of Economic Interest form upon employment. Fingerprint based background check, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. Will be required to work to support emergency operations outside of normal work schedule. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. Once on board, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability ( COD ) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 1-800-552-5019.

Special Instructions to Applicants

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit the link “ Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants” at http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp .

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.