Public Service Manager III - Region Manager

State of Maine

$101K — $144K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of progressive management experience in operations
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on program management
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and personnel effectively
  • Experience in public transportation planning and project coordination
  • Excellent communication skills with municipal leaders and the public

Responsibilities

  • Lead Maintenance and Operations functions across multiple transportation sectors
  • Coordinate maintenance work with capital infrastructure projects
  • Manage annual budget and oversee personnel decisions
  • Act as the primary representative for municipal interactions
  • Implement department initiatives to support agency goals
  • Direct daily activities and administration of region operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement savings plan options
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive work environment promoting diversity and inclusion
Full Job Description
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

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Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $101,649.60 - $144,081.60 per year () 

Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations (Region 5 - Northern Maine)

Location: Presque Isle, ME 

Opening Date: August 14, 2026

Closing Date: August 28, 2026

 

Job Description:  

This is the Region Manager position for the Northern Maine Region. The Region Manager leads the Maintenance and Operations functions of Fleet, Bridge, Traffic, and Highway in the region; coordinates maintenance work with capital projects; responsible for budget and personnel; serves as lead representative with municipal leaders and the public; involved with transportation planning; implements department policies and initiatives in support of agency goals and objectives; ensures the management and direction of daily administration of region activities. The position requires progressive experience in managing programs and leading people.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

Candidates must demonstrate progressive experience in managing programs and leading people.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

If have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [email protected]

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