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Training and Winter Maintenance Manager (WMS Band 2)
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$7,668 - $9,834
per month
Type
Full-Time
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March 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading statewide programs for training maintenance workers, managing winter snow and ice removal operations, overseeing roadside litter cleanup, and driving innovations in transportation maintenance for the Washington State Department of Transportation.
A good fit would be an experienced leader with strong skills in program management, team coordination, and strategic planning who enjoys working with diverse regional teams to ensure safe and efficient highways.
The role requires balancing budgets, developing policies, and collaborating with experts to meet workforce and operational needs.
Key Requirements
- Proven leadership in developing and implementing statewide training programs for maintenance staff
- Expertise in managing winter operations, including snow and ice removal policies and risk mitigation
- Experience in budget planning, fund distribution, and materials contract management for large-scale programs
- Strong collaboration skills to consult with regional superintendents, supervisors, and subject matter experts
- Ability to set strategic direction and ensure consistent program delivery across multiple regions
- Knowledge of performance measurement and compliance review for operational plans
- Familiarity with innovations and program oversight in transportation maintenance
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence!
Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Training and Winter Maintenance Manager in Olympia, WA.
Reporting to the Maintenance Operations Branch Manager, this position functions as the division’s statewide expert and program manager for Maintenance Training, Winter Operations (Snow and Ice), the State Roadside Litter Control Program, and Innovations.
This highly visible leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing statewide policies, setting strategic direction, and ensuring consistent, accountable program delivery across all six regions.
The position leads and coordinates the Maintenance Training program to ensure current and future workforce needs are met in alignment with budget and operational priorities, while overseeing headquarters and regional budget planning and fund distribution.
It also provides statewide leadership for the $130 million biennial snow and ice program, including policy development, performance measurement, risk mitigation, materials contract management, and review and approval of regional materials and budget plans.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Training and Winter Maintenance Manager will:
- Provide expert level guidance and consultation to, and working in close coordination and collaboration with, 30 regional superintendents, and over 80 supervisors in the six geographic regions.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for statewide maintenance training, staff development and leadership training.
- Participate in AASHTO Technical Training Solutions (formerly TC3) training program to ensure that WSDOT needs are being met.
- Participate in project review, development and implementation of TC-3 program.
- Provide leadership to ensure that quarterly maintenance trainers planning meetings occur regularly and are efficient and effective in planning for and delivering the state-wide program.
- Consult with HQ Subject Matter Experts (SME), regions and leadership to meet current and future training needs, this will involve collaborating with the SMEs to develop new curricula, identify new training techniques, identify trainers and manage training agreements as needed.
- Ensure that state-wide training sessions are well planned and initiated, these include but are not limited to 2-3 Maintenance Academies, 2-3 Leadership Forums, Supervisor Summit, Journey sessions and Snow Academy.
- Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of the state-wide Snow and Ice program.
- Develop and maintain the state-wide snow and ice plan which provides regional route priorities and levels of services.
- Ensure that the plan is regularly updated and disseminated to regional staff. Provide feedback and review of region snow and ice plans to ensure that they are in compliance with the state-wide plan.
- Provide leadership and direction for the ongoing operation of the State Roadside Litter Program.
- Provide leadership and direction for the development and management of the statewide Maintenance Innovations Program.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
Statewide Highway Maintenance Program Expertise: Demonstrated advanced knowledge of statewide highway maintenance operations, including snow and ice control, winter readiness, litter control, and maintenance training programs.
Proven ability to apply maintenance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure safe, efficient, and effective roadway operations across diverse regions.
Strategic Program Leadership & Governance: Demonstrated experience leading strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of large, complex public-sector programs.
Proven ability to navigate organizational governance structures, develop policy, and balance statewide consistency with regional operational needs within a transportation or infrastructure-focused environment.
Training & Workforce Development Leadership: Demonstrated expertise in assessing workforce training needs, designing and implementing curriculum and delivery models, and evaluating training effectiveness.
Proven ability to lead statewide training initiatives that strengthen workforce capability, ensure compliance, and support operational readiness.
Financial & Resource Stewardship: Demonstrated experience managing large biennial public-sector budgets with accountability and fiscal integrity.
Proven ability to plan, allocate, and oversee equitable distribution of program resources across multiple regions while ensuring compliance with financial management standards.
Operational Program Management & Accountability: Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-impact operational programs with sound judgment and attention to safety, service delivery, and risk mitigation.
Experience overseeing performance measurement systems, analyzing operational data, and driving continuous improvement and innovation.
Policy Development & Implementation: Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and maintaining statewide policies, guidance, and standards.
Proven ability to translate technical and operational concepts into clear expectations and actionable direction to ensure consistent statewide implementation.
Leadership, Supervision & Collaborative Engagement: Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring staff, managing performance, and fostering workforce development.
Proven ability to build strong cross-functional and cross-regional partnerships, achieve results through influence, and cultivate a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work environment grounded in accountability and continuous improvement.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated skill in clearly and effectively communicating complex technical and operational information—both verbally and in writing—to diverse internal and external audiences.
Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with regional leaders, program managers, and external partners.
In addition, the following are required:
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Progressive Highway Maintenance & Infrastructure Experience Demonstrated progressively responsible professional experience in highway maintenance operations, winter operations, maintenance training, or related infrastructure programs.
Proven ability to apply increasing levels of responsibility, leadership, and technical expertise in complex operational environments.
Statewide or Large-Scale Program Leadership Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating statewide or large-scale operational or training programs within a public-sector or transportation organization.
Proven ability to ensure program consistency, accountability, and alignment with organizational priorities across geographically dispersed regions.
Executive-Level Advisory Experience Demonstrated experience serving as a subject matter expert or trusted advisor to executive leadership on complex, high-impact operational issues.
Proven ability to provide strategic insight, well-reasoned recommendations, and technical guidance that informs decision-making and supports agency objectives.
Budget Planning & Fiscal Oversight Demonstrated experience overseeing, contributing to, or supporting the planning and management of significant program budgets.
Proven understanding of public-sector financial practices and the ability to align fiscal resources with operational goals and performance expectations.
Leadership & Team Coordination Demonstrated experience leading, supervising, or coordinating professional or technical staff, including experience guiding cross-functional or cross-regional teams without direct supervisory authority.
Proven ability to influence, mentor, and drive results through collaboration and shared accountability.
Snow & Ice Operations, Innovation & Workforce Awareness Demonstrated familiarity with snow and ice operations, maintenance innovations, and evolving workforce training needs within geographically and operationally diverse environments.
Proven ability to adapt practices to regional conditions while maintaining statewide standards and service expectations.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference Training and Witner Maintenance Manager #0W564 in the subject line.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes