AOT Senior Manager I - Materials & Certification Section

State of Vermont
$40.83
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement

Apr 29, 2025
Overview The Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Manager to lead a team of engineers and technicians within the Materials and Certification Section of the Construction and Materials Bureau (CMB), part of the Highway Division. This section, based in Berlin, Vermont, oversees policies and procedures for the statewide Materials Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of 23 CFR 637, with specific expertise in developing and maintaining a Quality Assurance Program-including Acceptance and Independent Assurance programs-and overseeing Certification and Qualification programs for both personnel and laboratories. The Materials Section plays a critical role in ensuring that materials used in transportation construction projects meet Agency specifications. The team also evaluates new and emerging materials and technologies to enhance the long-term performance of Vermont's transportation infrastructure. Key management responsibilities include: Maintaining AASHTO accreditation for the central laboratory in Berlin Ensuring sufficient and qualified staffing for lab and field materials testing across all VTrans projects Developing and managing the budget to support these activities Who May Apply This position, AOT Senior Manager I - Materials & Certification Section (Job Requisition #52634), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Mladen Gagulic at mladen.gagulic@vermont.gov. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered. Environmental Factors Duties are performed in offices, and in the field. Incumbents should possess private means of transportation. Attendance at public meetings and hearings is required. Evening or weekend work will be required. A variety of strong adversarial opinions may be encountered. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree AND eight (8) years or more of management experience in one or more the following areas (a) development of program rules and policies; (b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans: (c) program evaluation; or (d) budget preparation OR highway maintenance, engineering, construction, planning or a combination thereof. OR High school diploma or equivalent AND ten (10) years or more of management experience in one or more the following areas (a) development of program rules and policies; (b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans: (c) program evaluation; and (d) budget preparation OR highway maintenance, engineering, construction, planning. Special Requirements Some positions may require registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) Total Compensation As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including: 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan Tuition Reimbursement Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts Low cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.