Roadway Programs Technician 1 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4814502) Apply  Roadway Programs Technician 1 Salary $39,785.00 - $59,384.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-18041-12510 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Dauphin Co Opening Date 02/04/2025 Closing Date 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 12510 Position Number 00237386 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B1 Pay Group ST04 Bureau / Division Code 00080850 Bureau / Division PennDOT Dauphin County 8-5 Worksite Address 2140 Herr Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17103 Contact Name Carisa Witmer Contact Email carwitmer@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you ready to start a new and exciting chapter in your career? PennDOT Dauphin County 8-5 is looking for the right candidate for the position of Roadway Program Technician 1. In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform technical duties to assist in the review, analysis, and development of maintenance operations in accordance with management objectives and department policies and procedures within PennDOT's Dauphin County. Take charge of your future, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Roadway Technician 1, you will analyze work plans to ensure that the program is balanced and the labor, materials, equipment, and funds necessary to complete work plans are available, making adjustments as needed. This includes reviewing and analyzing data from the Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) Plant Maintenance and Roadway Management Systems to ensure program goals are achieved and overall systems control is maintained. Your role will involve utilizing reports to monitor work data information, resolve any inaccuracies that may occur, ensure compliance with Maintenance Accreditation Performance Index (MAPI) measures, and make recommendations for improvement. You will have the opportunity to assist in the management of the materials component of the SAP Plant Maintenance and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Systems for the county organization. This includes assisting in directing the purchase, receipt, storage, and issuing of all bulk materials and garage storeroom items to ensure the availability as well as the efficient and effective use of resources. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00237386) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment. + Work hours are 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + 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: + One year of experience as a Technical Assistant;or + One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment and graduation from high school or GED equivalent;or + An Associate's Degree in a field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or other closely related program;or + Any equivalent combination of experience and training. + Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 may 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/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Technical Assistant for one or more years full-time? + Yes + No 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Do you possess at least one year of full-time experience in the analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment? + Yes + No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time paraprofessional-level experience in the fields of business administration, computer science, highway engineering technology, or a closely related field do you possess? + 2 years or more + 1 but less than 2 years + Less than 1 year + None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 Do you possess an associate's degree or higher in one of the following majors: Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + Yes + No 08 If you currently do not have a conferred associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology, or a closely related field, are you within 3 months of possessing a conferred associate degree or higher in one of those majors? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + Yes + No 09 If "Yes", what date do you expect to receive your degree? If you answered "No" to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below. 10 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 11 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – RECONCILES PURCHASE ORDERS Reconciles purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered supplies and materials, including correct coding. Resolves order/billing discrepancies with vendors and/or agency staff. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience reconciling purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered materials AND resolving order/billing discrepancies. + B. I have experience reconciling purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered materials OR resolving order/billing discrepancies. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to purchasing, accounting, business administration, or budget and finance. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 12 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience reconciling purchase orders and deliveries. + Your experience resolving order/billing discrepancies. + Your level of responsibility. 13 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 14 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - DATA ANALYSIS Generates and analyzes highway/roadway maintenance operations data to prioritize work, track materials and equipment use, and monitor project status. Calculates productivity and efficiency levels to identify reasons for deficiencies. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience generating and analyzing highway/roadway maintenance operations data AND calculating productivity and efficiency levels. + B. I have experience generating and analyzing data OR calculating productivity and efficiency levels. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis or business data management. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 15 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) of data you analyzed. + Your level of responsibility. 16 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 17 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - INVENTORY Tracks physical inventory for the purpose of maintaining an adequate supply of materials. Verifies inventory counts and maintains records. Consults with personnel to estimate the type and quantity of materials needed for efficient operations. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience verifying inventory counts, maintaining inventory records, AND estimating materials needed for efficient operations. + B. I have experience verifying inventory counts, maintaining inventory records, OR estimating materials needed for efficient operations. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to operations management, inventory controls, or supply chain. + D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 18 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience verifying inventory counts and maintaining inventory records. + Your experience estimating needed materials. + Your level of responsibility. 19 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 20 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Writes reports related to inventory and purchasing. Creates bid packages and purchase orders related to roadway maintenance utilizing spreadsheets and standardized forms to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience writing documents and other correspondence regarding inventory planning and budgeting. I was responsible for the final documents/versions. + B. I have experience writing or compiling a portion of documents or other correspondence regarding inventory planning and budgeting. Someone else was responsible for the final documents/versions. + C. I have experience writing documents or other correspondence NOT RELATED TO inventory planning or budgeting. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism. + E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 21 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) of documents you prepared. + Your level of responsibility. 22 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 23 WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – VERBAL COMMUNICATION Communicates verbally with the public, contractors, and vendors on roadway assignments and projects. Provides progress/status of assignments. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience verbally communicating with internal AND external parties to provide the progress/status of roadway assignments or projects. + B. I have experience verbally communicating with internal OR external parties to provide the progress/status of roadway assignments or projects. + C. I have experience verbally communicating with others to provide the progress/status of assignments or projects. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communication, speech, debate, or public speaking. + E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 24 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) communication you provided regarding roadway assignments and to whom. + Your level of responsibility. 25 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov