Facilities Bureau Chief

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Facilities Bureau Chief. This position provides strategic leadership and executive oversight of MDT’s statewide facilities program. This position directs the planning, acquisition, design, construction, maintenance, and lifecycle management of over 200 MDT facilities valued at more than $200 million. Responsible for statewide capital planning, operational excellence, environmental compliance, and long-term sustainability. Leads professional and technical staff, collaborates with other divisions, state agencies, and external partners to ensure MDT facilities effectively support the department’s mission and operational needs. Works with District Maintenance Chief’s to provide oversight and guidance to district maintenance carpenter positions. This position reports to the Operations Manager for the Asset Strategy, Operations & Maintenance Program, directly supervises 3 employees, and indirectly supervises the facility maintenance team and the custodian team.

For a full job description, please contact Thomas Skoog at tskoog@mt.gov .

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
  
  

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Application Materials

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addrressing your qualifications for the position.
  
  

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in building management, facilities management, construction management, or related field.
• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Alternative combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Such as 9 years of related experience and 3 years of supervisory.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of facilities planning, construction, environmental compliance, and capital financing, along with expertise in budgeting and fiscal management.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, with the ability to represent MDT at executive and legislative levels.
• Ability to manage multiple high-value programs, resolve complex operational and fiscal conflicts, and translate technical and financial data into actionable strategies for diverse audiences.
  
  

Other Information

Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov

The advertised salary includes the 2.5% increase passed by the 2025 MT State Legislature regarding the state pay plan effective July 1, 2026.