Aggregate Lab Manager (Materials Manager 2)

THE POSITION

Are you ready to take on a new career challenge? The Department of Transportation is looking to fill our Aggregate Lab Manager position. If you are dedicated to keeping Pennsylvania roadways safe, we encourage you to apply today to join our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will oversee a department within the Aggregate Testing Lab, guiding employees in carrying out technical tasks associated with laboratory testing of informational and investigative aggregate samples. Responsibilities encompass assigning and supervising aggregate testing, ensuring adherence to specified standards, determining the appropriate tests to be conducted, establishing test sequences, prioritizing and scheduling work, reviewing tests for accuracy, and analyzing results in case of deviations. Additionally, you will be responsible for training new staff members in the relevant methods and procedures.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information

Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. This position is eligible for alternate work schedule Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

Two years of experience as a Materials Manager 1; or Seven years of progressively responsible and varied experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic, soils or similar testing programs; and graduation from high school. An Associate Degree or two years of college in an engineering or science technology program may be substituted for one year of the required experience; or Three years of progressively responsible and varied experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic, soils or similar testing programs; and a Bachelor's Degree in a physical science or closely related field; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements

You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions .

How to Apply

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.