Roadway Programs Technician 1

Are you eager to take on a role that keeps roadway operations organized, efficient, and fully supported? Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 and help keep maintenance operations structured and productive. This role gives you the chance to work with data, materials, and inventory systems that support roadway projects across Erie County. You will play an important part in ensuring that crews have the resources and information they need to succeed. Apply today to step into a position where your accuracy and attention to detail make a real difference!, This position supports roadway maintenance operations by reviewing data, managing inventory, and coordinating storeroom activities. Through your work, you will help to ensure materials are available, records remain accurate, and reports support efficient planning and operations. As a Roadway Programs Technician 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Data Review:Analyze inventory and usage reports to support maintenance planning and compliance

• Storeroom Management:Receive, store, and distribute supplies while maintaining accurate inventory records

• Purchasing Support:Prepare purchase requests, code purchasing card transactions, and resolve order issues

• Material Tracking:Maintain stock levels, issue materials through SAP, and update reorder points as needed

• Inventory Oversight:Perform physical inventory checks, reconcile discrepancies, and assist with transfer or disposal of unused items

• Shipment Coordination:Log, inspect, and process incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and quality

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00087529) ., If you currently do not have a conferred associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology, or a closely related field, are you within 3 months of possessing a conferred associate degree or higher in one of those majors? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the “Attachments” tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer “Yes” to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link., You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score., Reconcile purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered supplies and materials, including correct coding. Resolve order/billing discrepancies with vendor and/or agency staff., Track physical inventory for the purpose of maintaining an adequate supply of materials. This includes verifying inventory counts and maintaining inventory records. Consult with personnel to estimate the type and quantity of materials needed for present and planned operations., Develop material and service contracts. Monitor contracts to ensure accurate payment to vendors for material received or services rendered.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Technical Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;or

• One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment and graduation from high school or GED equivalent;or

• An Associate’s Degree in a field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or other closely related program ; or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training .

• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree., Do you possess at least one year of full-time experience in the analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment?, How many years of full-time paraprofessional-level experience in the fields of business administration, computer science, highway engineering technology, or a closely related field do you possess?, Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which “Level of Performance” most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The “Level of Performance” you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function., + A. I have experience reconciling purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered materials AND resolving order/billing discrepancies.

• B. I have experience reconciling purchase orders against material receipts to verify accurate receipt/delivery of ordered materials OR resolving order/billing discrepancies.

• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to purchasing, accounting, business administration, or budget and finance.

• D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• Your experience reconciling purchase orders and deliveries.

• Your experience resolving order/billing discrepancies., + A. I have experience verifying inventory counts, maintaining inventory records, AND estimating materials needed for planned operations.

• B. I have experience verifying inventory counts and maintaining inventory records; OR I have experience estimating materials needed for planned operations.

• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to operations management, inventory controls, or supply chain.

• D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• Your experience verifying inventory counts and maintaining inventory records.

• Your experience estimating needed materials., + A. I have experience developing material and service contracts AND monitoring contracted activities to ensure accurate payment to vendors.

• B. I have experience developing material and service contracts.

• C. I have experience monitoring contracted activities to ensure accurate payment to vendors.

• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to contract management.

• E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The type(s) of contracts you developed.

• Your experience monitoring contracted activities., + A. I have experience preparing documents and written correspondence regarding inventory planning and budgeting. I was responsible for the final documents/versions.

• B. I have experience preparing documents and written correspondence regarding inventory planning and budgeting. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the documents, but someone else was responsible for the final documents/versions.

• C. I have experience preparing documents or written correspondence regarding planning or budgeting for any function.

• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.

• E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior., WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - VERBAL COMMUNICATION

Communicate verbally with managers, supervisors, internal stakeholders and vendors. Provide progress/status of product inventory, budget, and contracts.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience verbally communicating with internal personnel AND vendors to provide the progress/status of product inventory, budgets, and contracts.

• B. I have experience verbally communicating with internal personnel to provide the progress/status of product inventory, budgets, and contracts.

• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communication, speech, debate, or public speaking.

• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

• Winter shifts will be required.

• This position may require overtime.

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position .

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable., Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

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Health & Wellness

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Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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