Salary: $85,176.00 - $143,300.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 179588
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 08/25/2025
Closing Date: 9/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61034307
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $85,176.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $143,300.00
Opening Date: 08/22/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 737-1321.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Serves as the Materials Operations Manager at the Office of Materials and Research (OMR). Recommends policy and manages the development, implementation, and management of the department's highway construction materials sampling, testing, and reporting processes including AASHTOWare (AWP), Projectwise, accounting reports, databases, and complex excel spreadsheets and reports. Evaluates and provides expert recommendations for new hardware, software, and other technologies to ensure efficient workflow between all OMR units, district laboratories, and construction personnel.

Supervises the Materials Applications Coordinator and the Sample Management Coordinator. Oversees the daily operations of each unit and provides guidance and direction. Develops and improves complex processes related to construction materials sample receiving, AWP input, sample tracking, work orders, Projectwise, monthly charge summaries, test reports, and materials certifications. Oversees necessary database maintenance.

Provides oversight to and manages the department's construction materials Quality Acceptance Sampling and Testing (QAST) frequency requirements which includes communicating with engineers for technical updates, reading and interpreting specifications and test procedures, and coordination with the Quality Assurance Program Manager. Assists with management of materials Qualified Product Policies (QPPs) and Qualified Product Listings (QPLs), and quarterly reports. Maintains the construction materials certification requirements list. Serves as materials representative for the AASHTO Materials Technical Advisory Group (TAG).

Provides technical support to OMR engineers, technicians, construction personnel, and industry related to complex materials management issues. Performs complex queries and produces reports for engineering staff from applicable databases related to materials. Assists OMR engineers as needed with materials certifications review, processing, and authorization.

Coordinates and conducts training in materials management for OMR and Construction personnel statewide. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and five (5) years of relevant program management experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position include sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Employee may be exposed to loud noises, dust, fumes, and other conditions associated with a laboratory environment. Some travel may be required.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

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Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

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How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

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• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

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• No

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

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