ADMINISTRATOR, BUREAU OF RAIL & TRANSIT

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Rail & Transit, has a full-time vacancy for a Bureau Administrator.

Summary :

To administer and direct statewide railroad and public transportation programs.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 12 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Combination of education and experience in a management level involving administrative or supervisory duties concerned with program administration, program planning and evaluation or related management experience.

License/Certification: Valid Driver’s License and/or access to transportation for state-wide travel.

Other Requirements: Applicant’s Motor Record Vehicle (MVR) must meet minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS : None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES :

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Plans and promotes the development and implementation of Statewide railroad and public transportation programs and services as well as directing the management of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and other grants.

Manages the state-level railroad and rail safety regulations including investigations of railroad accidents, in conjunction with the FRA.

Administers and directs the development and implementation of federal and state funded projects to improve and maintain railroad lines through the development of engineering plans, bidding documents, and construction engineering and management.

Exercises direct, continuous supervision over supervisors of the Bureau's separate sections and general supervision of all Bureau employees, including resolving personnel issues, performance appraisals, disciplining employees, and hiring and firing employees.

Administers and directs the management of grant funds and contracts for FTA subrecipients and contractors for public transportation services, vehicles, equipment and facilities.

Prepares and administers the Bureau's budget.

Develops, interprets, and enforces state and departmental policies and statutes governing the administration of public transportation, railroads, and rail trails located on Department -owned railroad property.

Develops, negotiates, executes, and directs the enforcement of contracts and property use agreements for utilization of state-owned railroad lines by private short line operators, municipalities, abutters, and others.

Prepares technical correspondence and reports for commissioners and directors to all levels of local, state, and federal government, railroad and public transportation officials and the public.

Represents the Department at hearings, conferences, city and town officials’ meetings, and works regularly with high-level federal, state, local, railroad, and public transportation officials and advocacy groups, promoting and providing technical information and assistance regarding railroad, and public transportation programs.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, Administrator, at (603)-271-8025 or at James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov

For further information please contact Michelle Winters, Deputy Commissioner, at (603) 271-1484 or Michelle.L.Winters@dot.nh.gov

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964