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Maryland Department of Transportation Chief of Program Development (Administrator VII) in Baltimore City, Maryland
Chief of Program Development (Administrator VII)
Salary
$97,972.00 - $152,528.00 Annually
Location
Baltimore City
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
0939-SHA-ES-50-02-MD-02/26
Department
State Highway Administration
Opening Date
02/24/2026
Closing Date
3/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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Description
Executive Service
This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority
Chief of the Program Development (Administrator VII)
Grade 22 (0939) SP# 26-50-02
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
http://www/governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd
State Highway Administration’s (SHA) Office of Planning and Preliminary Engineering (OPPE) is currently recruiting for a Chief of the Program Development Division (Administrator VII) in Baltimore City. This position is open to anyone who meets the p referred qualifications listed below.
Nature of Work: This position functions as the Division Chief of the Office of Planning and Preliminary Engineering’s (OPPE) Program Development Division. This position supports the Deputy Director of Planning and Programming, OPPE. This position is responsible for developing the SHA element of the Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) and for quarterly capital budget submissions to MDOT, which fund the major and system preservation program (SPP). The Chief directs the preparation of the annual statewide Planning and Research Program (SPR), which administers federal funds for planning and research activities. This position supervises and coordinates the production of the Project Information Form (PIF). This position also requires extensive coordination and liaison work with all divisions and Senior Managers within the SHA, MDOT, and consultants. A key function of this role will also be to track and report on existing, projected, and historical expenditures by fund type, corridor, program, and geographical area as required by senior management.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here : MDOT Benefits Guide
“The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named a Training magazine Training Awards winner for the seventh consecutive year."
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in administrative or professional work. Three (3) years of experience performing professional transportation planning work Two (2) years of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures
The ideal candidate should possess one or more of the following:
Should be familiar with MDOT’s Consolidated Transportation Program,
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Consensus building skills, process development/re-engineering skills
Experience with procurement and budget processes
Thorough working knowledge of federal transportation planning and project development process requirements
Ability to deliver projects on schedule
Ability to work with elected officials and have excellent public presentation skills
Notes:
Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
Candidates may substitute for the possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
Candidates may substitute for the possession of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher-ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Licenses & Certifications
None
Additional Information
To Apply: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties.
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Administration at the number(s) listed below: 410-545-5554The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
The State of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a c overed bargaining unit.
Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call 410-545-5554.Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 02/24/2026
Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:
https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152
Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!
*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.
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Do you have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate?
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Do you have Six (6) years of experience in administrative or professional work?
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If you answered yes to question #2, please describe your experience below. Provide employer, dates of employment, title and description of duties. This experience must also be reflected in your application. If you do not possess this experience, type "N/A". Do Not Type See Resume
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Do you have three (3) years of experience performing professional transportation planning work?
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If you answered yes to question #4, please describe your experience below. Provide employer, dates of employment, title and description of duties. This experience must also be reflected in your application. If you do not possess this experience, type "N/A". Do Not Type See Resume
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Do you have two (2) years of experience involving one or more of the following: the supervision of employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures?
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If you answered yes to question #4, please describe your experience below. Provide employer, dates of employment, title and description of duties. This experience must also be reflected in your application. If you do not possess this experience, type "N/A". Do Not Type See Resume
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