Program Manager I - Statewide Vegetation Manager (61032255)

Salary: $76,040.00 - $119,500.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 187881Agency: Department of Transportation-HeadquartersOpening Date: 04/30/2026Closing Date: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: AH45Position Number:: 61032255Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Grade: GEN11Hiring Range - Min.: $76,040.00Hiring Range - Max.: $119,500.00Opening Date: 04/30/2026EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 737-1321.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesDirects the statewide roadside vegetation management program. Responsible for providing oversight and support for all agency efforts to control, manage, and maintain vegetation on our roadsides and SCDOT facility grounds across the state. Keeps senior staff updated on any laws, regulations, or technological advances that affect the department's vegetation management program. Communicates effectively with district vegetation program coordinators, district engineers, agency directors, and other SCDOT staff to coordinate vegetation management/enhancement efforts. Also communicates with industry representatives, colleges, universities doing pertinent research, other state agencies, and other state departments of transportation in order to stay up to date and informed on issues affecting SCDOT's vegetation management efforts.Prepares and conducts roadside vegetation management training to employees statewide including, but not limited to, pre-examination pesticide applicator license certification, and re-certification and vegetation management contract inspector training.Develops and interprets roadside vegetation management and maintenance guidelines, contract specifications, procedures, policies and engineering directives. Administers pre-bid meetings for vegetation management contracts. Provides guidance and support to the county maintenance units in the development of their vegetation management plans.Develops and maintains the statewide Debris Management Plan. Provides direction and support to districts and counties for the development of their local plans. Assists with FEMA coordination during and after qualifying events.Responds both verbally and through written correspondence to internal and external inquiries, and complaints associated with SCDOT's roadside vegetation management program. Conducts investigations and on-site reviews as needed.Serves as SCDOT's representative to state vegetation interest groups and associations. Delivers roadside vegetation management presentations to public audiences statewide such as school groups, garden clubs, and conference attendees.Reviews assigned encroachment permit applications and other special requests involving roadside vegetation. Makes onsite visits and prepares and submits comments in the required time frame. Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum and Additional RequirementsA bachelor's degree and three and one-half (3.5) years of relevant program experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.The physical demands for the essential functions includes sitting or standing at a desk for an extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside normal business hours.Additional CommentsThe South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.01 Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection. YesNo02 Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection. YesNo03 Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed. 04 What class driver's license do you possess? Class A (CDL)Class B (CDL)SC Class CSC Class DOther State Driver's LicenseNone05 How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply. Job/Career FairReferred by current SCDOT employeeSCDOT presentationSign or billboardBumper sticker/magnetic signFacebook or Twitter postInternshipNewspaper AdRadio AdTelevision AdTrade JournalReferred from Vocational RehabReferred from Department of Employment and WorkforceJobs.SC.Gov webpageOther06 If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation. 07 If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name? 08 I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement. YesNo09 My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement. YesNoRequired Question