Engineering Manager

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

• Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering annual benefit allowances, a variety of health, dental, and vision plan options, paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year, 11 paid holidays, robust retirement savings plans, and an EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way.

Annual Benefit Allowance:

• The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans:

• The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 

Retirement Savings Plans:

• Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. 

• Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%.

• Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above.

• OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS. 

Annual & Sick Leave (PTO):

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.

• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.

• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.

• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.

• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year 

Paid Holidays:

• 11 paid holidays per year

Longevity Pay:

• Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of registration as a Professional Engineer and five years of supervisory experience in a professional engineering related field, including two years of experience in an administrative or managerial capacity.

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in transportation related work plus one additional year of qualifying experience in a supervisory capacity and two additional years of qualifying experience in an administrative or managerial capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.

Note: No substitution may be made for the required supervisory, administrative or managerial experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level consist of knowledge of engineering practices, principles and systems; of management principles; of the principles of effective supervision; of budget planning, development and control; and of finance and budget administration. Ability is required to design and implement engineering activities; to organize projects; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to supervise personnel; to expressing ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to manage multiple work units or program areas; to establish budget controls; and to formulate and establish agency policies.

The Local Government Division Manager/Engineer oversees, leads and manages a high-performing team of Project and Program Managers, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and operational oversight across a verity of projects and programs. Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of CIRB, TAP, ACOG, INCOG, and numerous other programs, ensuring alignment with county or municipality priorities and objectives. Drive cross-functional collaboration among internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality. Help establish program priorities, timelines, milestones, governance processes, and performance measures while proactively identifying and mitigating risks and dependencies. Provide executive-level visibility into program progress, accomplishments, and recommendations, while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

At this level, an incumbent will be responsible for directing, controlling, and administering the affairs of an agency division involved in engineering. The complexity of functions will be broad-based, encompassing all areas of the divisions’ responsibilities. Incumbents at this level will represent the agency in outside contacts, make decisions, and provide guidance to others regarding matters of agency policy, rules, and regulations.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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