Program Analyst (Wage)

Title: Program Analyst

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $26.81 – $46.49 hourly

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Annex Building

Agency Website: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Job Duties

The Office of Land Use is seeking an individual to assist in the research, development, and coordination of agreements with broadband and energy providers. The position will research the location of limited access right-of-way, various aspects of broadband projects, and available documentation of existing agreements, using computer applications and online data. The incumbent will work with VDOT Central Office, District, and local field office staff to identify the Department’s needs for inclusion in agreements and assist in the preparation of related draft documents.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to conduct research using online sources and electronic files and to read highway plans; as well as be able to build and maintain networks and relationships with staff in other disciplines, broadband providers, consultants, contractors, citizens and elected officials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Skill in the use of computers and PC operations.
• Skill in problem-solving and decision making.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and tools identified as essential to the assigned unit and
  program area.
• Ability to research, compile and organize statistical data into reports
• Ability to communicate and build constructive, effective relationships inside and outside the
  organization.
• Ability to design, analyze and implement policies, procedures, and programs.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State regulations, policies, and practices

Additional Considerations

• Certification as a project management professional by PMI, or similar certification
• Any combination of project management, construction estimation, highway design, construction engineering, mathematics and/or computer technologies experience

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position requires a fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check and Work History Verification with references.

This position is designated as essential, employees may be required to work in emergencies, to include weekends, holidays, and after normal business hours; assignments may vary based on business needs to include working in severe weather.

Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy. (only for eligible positions)

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay.

Contact Information

Name: Greg Rollins

Email: greg rollins@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.