Remote Operations Manager Jobs in DeWitt, MI (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $44.50 - $63.10 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 5901-26-BOBS-26-BMSU-TELS13-KC
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Job Description
The Bureau of Bridges and Structures (BOBS) serves as the agency responsible for administering the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and overseeing the Local Agency owned structures. This position serves the Department's statewide specialist responsible for Michigan's National Bridge Inventory (NBI) in accordance with Federal Regulations (23 CFR 650C). This position manages consultant contracts to collect data such as bridge clearance data, structural member identification, and protective systems. This position assists with the management of other consultant contracts as needed in the NBIS/NTIS Section. This position is responsible for quality assurance and quality control of Michigan Bridge Inventory data. This position coordinates the use of the data with other department bureaus, regions and local agencies, prepares special studies, and performs data analysis. This position makes recommendations for modifications to the bridge inventory to meet customer needs. This position assists the Bridge Management Systems (BMS) Engineer in the development of MDOT's bridge management system (AASHTOWare BrM).
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 position.
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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
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The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.
Experience
Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including two years equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11 or one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 12 or Transportation Engineer Licensed 12.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.
• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the

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MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact MDOT-OHR@michigan.gov.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
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Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application.Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes.Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

• Yes
• No

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TRALSPL - Do you possess a bachelor of science or higher degree in engineering? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

• Yes
• No

03
Although not required, do you possess a bachelor of science or higher degree in Civil Engineering? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

• Yes
• No

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TRALSPL2 - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including two years equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11, or one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 12 or a Transportation Engineer Licensed 12?

• Yes
• No

05
TRALSPL - Do you possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan? If so, please attach a copy of the licensure.

• Yes
• No

06
Do you possess a registered professional engineering license from a state other than Michigan and if so, are you willing and able to obtain the appropriate Michigan license? Is so, please attach a copy of the licensure.

• Yes
• No
• I currently possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.

07
Are you a current or former Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).

• Yes
• No

09
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment.Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

10
Please select the number of years' experience you have with bridge design and/or bridge construction: If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

• More than 5 years
• 3-5 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

11
Please select the number of years' experience you have reading and interpreting bridge plans: If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

• More than 5 years
• 3-5 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

12
Please select the number of years' experience you have related to bridge inspection, inventory, and/or load rating: If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

• More than 5 years
• 3-5 years
• 1-3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience

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Please select the number of years' experience you have in project management: If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in det