Public Service Manager III - Assistant Program Manager
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Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: $88,628.80 - $125,611.20 per year (Salary Schedule)
Office/Bureau: Project Development - Highway Program
Opening Date: August 31, 2026
Closing Date: September 15, 2026
Job Description
The Assistant Highway Program Manager is primarily responsible for the oversight of all pre-construction activities for the Program.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to
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The development and deployment of highway policy,
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The review and approval of project budgets and schedules, and
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Coaching and supporting of Program employees.
The position works closely with other Program Management staff to set goals and expectations for Highway Program performance, measurement of progress towards their attainment and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of Highway Projects. This position also works with Management Staff to oversee and ensure statewide consistency in the application of standards, specifications and quality control for the Department's Highway Design work.
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
Possession of a current Maine Professional Engineering License and eight (8) years of experience in civil engineering at the professional level (beyond such licensure) which includes two (2) years of formal supervisory experience.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
If you have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov
Why join our team?
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
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Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
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Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
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Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you...