Travel Information / Disaster Emergency Services Manager

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Travel Information / DES Manager. The position guides TMC operations and the development and administration of the Travel Information Program, including related computer and communications systems and databases. It also directs MDT's DES and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) activities to ensure effective statewide coordination of disaster and emergency preparedness and response, including Continuity of Government (COG) and the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).

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

• 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)

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

• 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Communications, Emergency Management or a related field.
• 4 years of experience in emergency services management, transportation or a related field.
• 1 year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The position requires knowledge of the concepts and theories of public administration including

emergency management fields, public relations and information dissemination. Knowledge of

Federal and State laws, rules, and regulations; research methods; strategic planning; program

management; computer system development and maintenance; public travel information, safety

and technology; legislative processes; federal-aid eligibility and reporting; contract administration;

state and federal disaster and emergency eligibility and reporting; disaster/emergency assessments

and mitigation; disaster/emergency incident command and the operational functions of emergency

management teams; the operations of other state and federal agencies including Department of

Homeland Security, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, and the Montana Department of Justice;

organizational theory; employment law and personnel management.

• The position requires skills in program planning, development and management; budgeting; the

use of standard office equipment and specialized computer applications and systems; written and

verbal communication; identifying public information needs; research and analysis; developing and

implementing management systems; interpreting statues and legislative intent; managing

disaster/emergency operations; assessing resources and mobilizing manpower and equipment

during disasters/emergencies; developing and implementing Incident Command structures;

planning and coordinating threat assessments based on secured and unsecured information

analysis; and managing exercises.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing 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.

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 successful candidate must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation as a condition 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.

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.