Roadway Programs Specialist

THE POSITION The Roadway Programs Specialist with the Department of Transportation plays a key part in keeping communities safe and supported. This role helps ensure that vital pipe systems are inspected, maintained, and ready for the public. You will join a team that values careful work and strong problem solving. This position offers a chance to protect important infrastructure and support local transportation needs. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the safe and effective operation of the Pipe Inspection and Replacement Program across District and County areas. The role helps guide planning, analysis, equipment work, and field support for complex inspection and replacement needs. As a Roadway Programs Specialist, you will perform the following duties: Planning Support: Plan inspection and replacement activities by coordinating with District and County personnel Inspection Operations: Operate, maintain, and prepare specialized camera and measurement equipment for enclosed pipe inspections Testing Activities: Develop inspection plans, collect and verify data, and manage equipment calibration and maintenance Data Analysis: Review field observations, analyze test information, and prepare clear reports and video logs Recommendations: Provide guidance to maintenance units by recommending repair or replacement solutions based on inspection results 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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS). Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements One year of experience as a Roadway Programs Technician 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of experience in the analysis, development and implementation of methods and techniques in a roadway maintenance management system and an Associate's Degree in the field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or closely related program; or A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C driver's license. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. 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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 Additional Requirement - Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes No 02 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the issuing state, license number, and expiration date. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box. 03 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Roadway Programs Technician 2 for one or more years full-time? Yes No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time experience in the analysis, development, and implementation of methods and techniques in a roadway maintenance management system do you possess? 4 years or more 3 but less than 4 years 2 but less than 3 years 1 but less than 2 years Less than 1 year None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 What level of college coursework have you completed in business administration, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link. Bachelor's Degree or higher Associate's Degree Some coursework None 08 If you are within three months of completing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or in a civil engineering related discipline, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box. 09 INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page. Yes 10 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INVENTORY AND PURCHASING Tracks physical inventory for the purpose of maintaining an adequate supply of necessary items in accordance with operating standards. Monitors usage trends to estimate the reorder points of stocked items and the amount of items to order; verifies inventory counts; and reconciles discrepancies. Consults with highway operations personnel to determine the type and amount of materials needed for present and planned projects before placing orders with vendors. Reconciles goods received with purchase order quantities. Conducts inventory spot checks for accuracy. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience monitoring inventory usage trends to estimate the reorder points of stocked items and the amount of items to order to maintain an adequate supply of necessary items. I consulted with highway operations personnel to determine type and amount of materials needed for present and planned highway/roadway projects. B. I have experience consulting with highway operations personnel to determine type and amount of materials needed for present and planned highway/roadway projects. I have NOT monitored inventory usage trends to estimate the reorder points of stocked items to maintain an adequate supply of necessary items. C. I have experience monitoring inventory usage trends to estimate the reorder points of stocked items and the amount of items to order to maintain an adequate supply of necessary items. My experience was NOT related to highway/roadway operations. D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior. 11 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience The specific duties you performed related to inventory and purchasing Your level of responsibility 12 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Provides technical assistance to other professionals in the field, government officials, and the general public. Attends meetings and serves on committees to discuss areas of concern and to recommend possible solutions. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience providing technical assistance to other professionals in the field, government officials, and the general public. I have attended meetings and served on committees to discuss areas of concern and to recommend possible solutions. B. I have experience providing technical assistance to other professionals in the field, government officials, and the general public. I have NOT attended meetings or served on committees to discuss areas of concern and to recommend possible solutions. C. I have experience attending meetings and serving on committees to discuss areas of concern and to recommend possible solutions. I have NOT provided technical assistance to other professionals in the field, government officials, and the general public. D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior. 13 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience The specific duties you performed related to providing technical assistance Your level of responsibility 14 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - CONDUCTS FIELD VISITS Conducts field visits to ensure work program goals are achieved and to maintain overall system control. Documents and discusses areas of concern with a project foreman. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience conducting field visits to ensure work program goals are achieved and to maintain overall system control. I was also responsible for discussing areas of concern with a project foreman. B. I have experience conducting field visits to ensure work program goals are achieved and to maintain overall system control. Someone else was responsible for discussing areas of concern with a project foreman based on information collected from my field visit. C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior. 15 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience The specific duties you performed related to conducting field visits Your level of responsibility 16 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - DATA ANALYSIS AND REPORTING Generates and analyzes report data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and monitoring the status of projects. Calculates productivity/efficiency levels and analyzes expenditures to identify reasons for work program deficiencies and provides recommendations regarding adjustment of work plans to ensure program goals are achieved. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience generating and analyzing report data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and monitoring the status of projects. I calculated productivity/efficiency levels and analyzed expenditures to identify reasons for work program deficiencies and provided recommendations regarding adjustments to the plan to ensure program goals are achieved. B. I have experience generating and analyzing report data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and monitoring the status of projects. I calculated productivity/efficiency levels and analyzed expenditures; however, someone else provided recommendations regarding adjustments to the plan to ensure program goals are achieved. C. I have experience generating and analyzing report data for the purpose of determining and prioritizing work, tracking materials and equipment use, and monitoring the status of projects. Someone else was responsible for calculating productivity/efficiency levels and expenditures and providing recommendations regarding adjustments to the plan. D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Data Analysis, Algebra, Statistics, Economics, Finance, Logical and Deductive Reasoning, Project Management, Computer Technology, Information Management, Information Technology, or Database Management. E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 17 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience Type(s) of reports you prepared What information was included in the reports Your level of responsibility 18 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov