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Working Title: Freight, Railroads, Waterways Director / Asst Office Director

Job Class: Transportation Planning Director

Agency: Transportation Dept

+ **Job ID** : 90121

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 11/10/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/01/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Freight and Comm Vehicle Ops

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $51.96 - $74.54 / hourly; $108,492 - $155,639 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

** MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position serves as an Assistant Office Director reporting to the Office Director and participates as a member of the Office of Freight & Commercial Vehicle Operations management team. The position manages the Freight, Railroads & Waterways section including Rail Safety & Coordination, Rail & Freight Programs, and Freight & Rail Planning to ensure priorities are established, resources are properly allocated, and programs are implemented properly and efficiently. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring:

+ Proper planning, development, delivery, and risk management of seven program areas:Highway/Rail Grade Crossing Safety Improvements; Trunk Highway/Rail Coordination; Minnesota Port Development Assistance; Minnesota Rail Service Improvement; State Rail Safety Inspection; Weigh Station Facility Development; and Freight & Rail Planning.

+ Stakeholder needs are addressed;

+ State and federal funds are used effectively; and

+ Rules, regulations, and standards for programs and transportation facilities are satisfied.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of managerial experience OR four years of professional supervisory experience in administering a transportation program

Note:** **If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you must provide a cover letter answering each experience bullet below. Attach your cover letter AND resume to the online application.

**Leadership** : _Experience managing agency-wide initiatives, developing and implementing innovative solutions to complex issues; and leading and developing consensus amongst staff who do not report directly to you when developing and implementing projects/program initiatives._

**Technical** : Experience with multimodal transportation systems planning, multimodal infrastructure project development and delivery, and multimodal transportation operations and maintenance, and policy;

**F** **iscal Management** **:** Experience managing large, complex contracts and budgets.

**Communications/Human Relations** : Experience communicating, negotiating, building, and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders, agencies, institutions, and organizations; and experience promoting diversity and inclusion.

**Human Resource Management** **:** The number and title of employees you have directly managed and your job/role within the organization; and how you motivate and manage direct reports.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Freight Management, Engineering, or a closely related field.

+ American Institute of Certified Planners certification.

+ Registered as a professional engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geosciences and Interior Design (AELSLAGID).

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Drug testing (if needed)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.