DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.
Research Program Manager 1 Job Location: MPD Director\'s Office
1611 W. Jackson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary Range:ย $70,019.98 - $80,019.98
Anticipated Salary:ย $75,019.98
Grade: 23
Closing Date:ย Job Summary:
The Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI) isย a collaborative effort between the three state universities in Arizona and ADOT. This collaboration creates a transportation research consortium dedicated to advancing transportation research and development within the state.
This position will plan, organize, and coordinate research projects for the ADOT Research Center through the Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI). Oversees theย Departmentโs research program timelines, deliverables, financial reports, budget and expenditures. This position bridges the gap between various stakeholders, businessย operations, and education institutions to ensure every research initiative meets ADOT and university research standards.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department\'s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the Stateโs Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
Develops innovative solutions and procedures for ADOT Leadership and public stakeholders through high-level reporting and presentations.ย Establishes planning methodologies and goals for the Departmentโs program.
Partners with the Finance Office to ensure oversight of reports and program expenditure projections. Delivers independent analysis andย resolution for budgetary issues.
Oversees the end-to-end accuracy and scheduling of project delivery, serving as the primary lead for record-keeping and continuity of criticalย program decisions and updates.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
โข Project management frameworks forย prioritizing high-volume workloads underย tight deadlines
โข Relational databases and statisticalย techniques for accurate reporting andย tracking
โข Applying strategic decision-making andย SME-led problem-solving to evaluateย complex data and provide recommendations
โข Professional judgement and accountability
Skill in:
โข Executive communication standards forย verbal delivery and error-free writtenย correspondence
โข Using root-cause analysis and systematicย methodologies to resolve underlyingย operational issues
โข Analytical modeling and root-causeย analysis to optimize project performanceย and operational outcomes
โข Google Workspace and Microsoft Officeย Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) in design tools such as usingย root-cause analysis and systematicย methodologies to resolve underlyingย operational issues
โข Analytical modeling and root-causeย analysis to optimize project performanceย and operational outcomes
โข Design tools such as Canva,ย MailChimp, and similar tools
Ability to:
- Lead conflict resolution and sustain high functioning team
- Facilitate alignment of ADOT and university-specificย cultural and operational needsย
- Use time management strategies to maintain momentum amid shifting prioritiesย
- Maximize program scalability by addressing critical operational performance gaps
- Expertise at building professional relationship and delivering high quality technical and administrative reporting
Selective Preference(s):
Bachelor of Science in a transportation related field.
Two (2) years experience in transportation field or relevant degree or field.
Any combination of training and experience that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA\'s) may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driverโs license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driverโs license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driverโs license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
โข Sick leave
โข Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
โข Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
โข Health and dental insurance
โข Retirement plan
โข Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
โข Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programย here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.