DIRECTOR OF AERONAUTICS, RAIL AND TRANSIT (DOT)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Commissioner's Office

7 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH

DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF AERONAUTICS, RAIL AND TRANSIT

Position #9U131

Unclassified Salary Grade: $87,984.00 - $115,026.00

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to serve as the Director of the Division of Aeronautics, Rail and Transit.

At NHDOT, our mission is serving and connecting New Hampshire through transportation, and our vision is a safe, reliable, connected, and multimodal transportation system effectively managed by a dedicated and skilled workforce. We are looking for a leader who reflects our values: we are leaders, we are collaborative, we are adaptable, and we are credible.

About the Role

The Director reports to the Deputy Commissioner and provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for statewide aeronautics, rail, and transit programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Bureau of Aeronautics and the Bureau of Rail & Transit, including staff and budget oversight.

• Develop and administer the division’s operating and capital budgets.

• Represent NHDOT before the Legislature, Governor and Executive Council, and various boards and commissions.

• Build partnerships with federal agencies, state and regional partners, municipalities, transit providers, airport sponsors, and rail operators.

• Advance innovative and multimodal transportation strategies to support mobility and economic development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in a field related to public leadership, aeronautics, rail, or transit.

• Demonstrated professional accomplishments and strong communication skills.

• Ten or more years of supervisory and budget management experience.

• Experience with stakeholder engagement, ideally at the state or federal level.

• Leadership and analytical skills applicable to transportation and state government.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through NH First or submit a letter of interest, resume, and references.

Mail submissions, please use the information below:

• • Alexis Martin
  • Director, Division of Policy and Administration
  • 7 Hazen Drive PO Box 483
  • Concord, New Hampshire 03302-0483

Email submissions, please use the information below:

• Alexis.A.Martin@dot.nh.gov
• (603) 271-1484

To learn more about the NHDOT visit https://www.dot.nh.gov

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964