Manager II - Transportation (DDOT Only)

Manager II - Transportation (DDOT Only)

Salary

$69,253.00 - $96,903.00 Annually

Location

100 Mack Avenue, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

202701010848DDOTSR

Department

Dept of Transportation

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Bargaining Unit

9097

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Under general supervision, directs, plans, manages, coordinates, and administers the programs and activities of a major functional group or essential service area of a city department. An employee in this class is accountable and responsible for these programs and activities.

Examples of Duties

1. Manages the methods, procedures, workflow, priorities, and operations of assigned major service functions or activities, including Quality Assurance and Materials Management, to support effective maintenance operations and service delivery.

2. Establishes or implements service goals, measurements, and performance standards aligned with agencys governance goals.

3. Individually, and through designated managers, coordinates the work of several units or sections in accomplishing objectives.

4. Evaluates the efficiency of designated processes, methods, procedures, and policies to identify critical areas for improvement.

5. Consults with higher level management and recommends broad service or control strategies to accomplish organizational goals.

6. Aligns operational goals with department strategic plan and coordinates their implementation and evaluation.

7. Implements new techniques, procedures, processes, and workable solutions to accomplish organizational strategies.

8. Manages and evaluates effects of process improvement initiatives.

9. Administers the implementation and management of special programs and projects.

10. Confers with managers and instructs employees on legal requirements and policy interpretation.

11. Leads joint activities with other division managers and department representatives to address service concerns.

12. Implements and evaluates plans to resolve organizational and operational problems.

13. Develops workforce through staff planning, succession and progression planning, coaching and counseling, collaboration with employees on career paths, and competency development.

14. Evaluates employee performance through collaboration on assignments and projects and review of results.

15. Confers with employees on questions and concerns of performance, attendance, conduct, and changes to policies and procedures.

16. Prepares and monitors an annual budget.

17. Supervises the preparation of analytical and statistical reports.

18. Oversees Quality Assurance and Materials Management activities to support maintenance operations, including coordination with vendors on repairs, warranty matters, technical issues, and corrective actions; ensuring the availability and accountability of parts and materials; and supporting maintenance-related training and competency initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field of study. Certain positions may prefer, or require, a Masters degree.

Seven (7) years of work related experience that includes four years of professional administrative experience directly related to the specified position, including line supervisory or team leader responsibility and authority.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

How many years experience in a management or leadership position with progressive leadership experience in public health, government, or nonprofit sectors do you possess? PLEASE NOTE: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MUST BE REFLECTED IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION.

• None - less than 4 years
• Minimum 5 years
• More than 5 years

02

Describe in detail your how your work experience in transportation qualifies you for this position.

03

Are you available to work weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job