Join the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) as the IT administration manager and help shape the future of transportation technology in Michigan. We’re looking for a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of business, technology, and people leadership. In this role, you’ll guide a team of automation managers, support statewide IT operations, and ensure MDOT invests wisely in the solutions that deliver real value. If you enjoy turning complex challenges into clear plans, partnering with business areas, and creating an environment where your team can grow and succeed, this may be the perfect next step in your career.

As a key member of our technology leadership, you will oversee the MDOT IT portfolio, prioritize work across multiple business needs and strengthen alignment between MDOT and IT partners. You’ll also support critical operational processes such as device deployment and maintenance planning, while leading staff development and performance success. Your leadership will directly influence the reliability, safety and effectiveness of systems that keep Michigan moving.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Departmental Manager 14 position.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Departmental Manager 14 position description (Download PDF reader)
• All about MDOT

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

View the classification specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalManager.pdf (Download PDF reader)

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.