Deputy Director for Business Administration

Deputy Director for Business Administration

Salary

$98,009.60 - $139,568.00 Annually

Location

Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-03130

Agency

645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

Keri Greenfield - Keri.Greenfield@iowadot.us

To Apply

If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to Keri Greenfield at Keri.Greenfield@iowadot.us no later than 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Applications received after May 31, 2026, will not be considered.

• Description
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Job Description

Are you ready to help the largest division of Iowa DOT by shaping how our facilities, equipment, and operations run statewide? If so, this is for you!

Iowa Department of Transportation's Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa Department of Transportation's five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

Location: Ames, Story County

Shift Requirements: 40 hours/week, day shift, occasional overnight travel required.

• Not a telework position

This at-will position serves as the Deputy Director for Business Administration for the Field Operations Division and reports directly to the department's Chief Engineer / Field Operations Division Director and serves on the Division Director's Management Team.

As Deputy Director for Business Administration (Executive Officer 4), your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee and coordinate facility improvement needs across six districts, including intake, evaluation, prioritization, and communication of facility requests.
• Manage the Field Operations Division budget, monitor spending, create financial reports, and guide resource allocation and cost control efforts.
• Coordinate equipment replacement planning by evaluating requests, preparing business cases and ROI analyses, and coordinating with Equipment Management and Procurement.
• Solve operational and service delivery problems, support emergency planning and response, and drive strategic initiatives, performance management, and process improvement.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between district staff, central office teams, leadership, and external partners, ensuring alignment with division goals.
• Support the Chief Engineer/Division Director by providing data analysis, preparing reports, representing the division in meetings, and assisting with workload distribution and staffing coordination.

As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website!

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The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us

Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department of Transportation. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to six years of full-time professional-level work in program administration, program development, program operations, or management.

• A total of ten years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.

• All of the following (a, b, and c):

• a.) Four years of full-time professional-level work experience in program administration, program development, program operations, or management; and

• b.) A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and

• c.) A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, public health, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as an Executive Officer 3 or two years of full-time work as an Executive Officer 2 or comparable specific management-level position.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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Employer State of Iowa

Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Address 800 Lincoln Way

Ames, Iowa, 50010

Website https://iowadot.gov/careers/