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Maine Department of Transportation 

Salary: $84,697.60 - $120,265.60 per year (Salary Schedule)

Office/Bureau: Finance

-Anticipated Vacancy-

Opening Date: June 22, 2026

Closing Date: July 10, 2026

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, in partnership with the Director, provides direction, leadership and management of the financial analysts and other staff in all operational aspects for assigned areas of responsibility to meet the needs of Bureaus in the Department of Transportation.

Representative responsibilities for the position include:

• Manages cash flow and Department-wide capital program – FHWA, FTA, FAA, ensuring the utilization of maximum federal dollars to advise management of available funding to deliver projects.

• Directs and oversees the Department’s fiscal, budgetary and accounting functions to ensure sufficient funds and resources are available to meet program goals and objectives in compliance with State and Federal laws in order to ensure that the Department is meeting its goals while working within all rules/regulations.

• Works collaboratively to ensure Department goals and objectives are incorporated into the budget and Administration is represented in all ongoing budget processes to make good business relationships.

• Represents the Commissioner and Department with Federal and State agencies as well as private organization in order to facilitate and provide coordinated delivery of budgetary, accounting, operational and financial services to keep the Department’s goals consistent.

• Develops financial reporting tools to track progress in meeting budget initiatives and evaluate program productivity and accountability for strategic decision making; measuring the efficiency and effectiveness of program delivery to provide the management team with reliable information.

• Oversight of the Department’s stockroom & reprographics operations to ensure that the Department’s and customer’s needs are met. This includes making sure project plans are available when projects are advertised.

• Assists the Director in overseeing all financial & budgetary matters for the Department.

• Acts on behalf of the Bureau Director exercising full authority as delegated to provide coverage in Negotiates TransCap Bond cash flows with the Municipal Bond Bank to make sound investments decisions.

• Serves as a liaison between the Office of Budget, Controller, and Treasurer to meet all program requirements within Maine State Government.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, directly related field or equivalent, and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal program management. Experience must include at least two (2) years of supervisory experience over professional and technical staff.  Professional financial management may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

If have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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