Program Analyst 4

If you are eager to elevate your career in the field of Transportation and possess the ambition to step into a leadership role, this is your chance! The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is on the lookout for a Program Analyst 4 to join the Strategic Development & Implementation Office (SDIO) within the Highway Administration Deputate. This role is specifically designated as the Supervisor of the Performance Metrics Unit (PMU) in the Program Analysis, Metrics, and Business Services Section (PAMBSS). Do not miss out on this incredible opportunity to become part of a dedicated team of professionals committed to making a difference. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

In this position, you will oversee and guide the intricate analysis and assessment of the management programs within the Highway Administration Deputate, aiming to enhance overall productivity. Your responsibilities will include providing management with strategic recommendations regarding modifications to procedures, organizational structures, processes, and management practices. You will also be tasked with supervising and directing the program analysis team, as well as the engineering and roadway programs staff, who are focused on developing and implementing performance metrics.

Furthermore, you will take the lead in coordinating the Deputy Secretary's asset management initiatives, ensuring the effective implementation and evaluation of maintenance management metrics and tools across Districts and Counties. This includes overseeing County Accreditation and the Maintenance Accreditation Performance Index (MAPI) initiatives, which are integral to the County Maintenance Improvement Process.

Additionally, you will act as the primary liaison with District Executives, Assistant Executives, Bureau Directors within the Highway Administration, the Manager of the Operations & Performance Office - Maintenance (ADE-M), and County Managers, providing support for Plant Maintenance (PM), maintenance reviews, improvements, and compliance efforts. You will also be responsible for directing and managing the technical development, implementation, and evaluation of PennDOT's program areas, with a focus on maximizing the capabilities of the Commonwealth's SAP ERP system (SAP).

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS).
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Program Analyst 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of analytical experience, three of which include professional experience in program evaluation and the development of program recommendations, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.