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The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is a multi-modal transportation agency that is responsible
for planning, building, operating and maintaining a complex highway system in addition to providing title,
registration and driver license services to the general public throughout the state of Arizona. ADOT also
operates and maintains the Grand Canyon Airport and publishes the award-winning Arizona Highways
magazine. ADOT values its employees, challenges them to continuously improve the way we do business,
to meet and exceed the needs of our customers, and to carry out their duties in an ethical manner. Apply
today for a chance to become a part of the ADOT team.
DT FLEET MANAGER
(Administrative Services Officer 4)
ASD/Equipment Services
Work Location: 2225 S. 22nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ
This position will remain open until filled. First review of resumes will be October 5, 2012. Any additional
resumes will be reviewed as needed.
Job Description: This position plays a key role in the advanced equipment management oversight for the
agency. The position works under the direction of the Equipment Services Administrator and manages a
team of 4-6 people. This position oversees the agency’s fleet operations and is responsible for the
administration of the Equipment Services Fleet Management Group, the management of the ADOT mobile
fleet including the administration of an annual ADOT mobile fleet equipment replacement budget (estimated
to be $17-22M annually) and an ADOT/ Federal Transit Authority (FTA) acquisition program approaching
$5M annually. Management of a statewide fleet consisting of approximately 4,200 pieces of first responder
emergency vehicles, specialized light fleet, specialized road maintenance and construction equipment,
heavy duty on-road/off-road equipment having a replacement value in excess of $225M.
This position performs business development and liaison duties in the promotion and marketing of fleet
equipment repair services and products. Assists in developing policies, administers administrative
procedures and operational oversight for all Fleet management functions pertaining to the processing of
vehicle and equipment requests, all acquisition/procurement activities, all post delivery vehicle and
equipment inspection, up-fitting and out-fitting, assignment, utilization, replacement and disposal of all ADOT
vehicles and equipment. The position evaluates vehicle and equipment requirements and the development
of complex technical equipment specifications, contracts, and engineered drawings. Prepares equipment
budgets and coordinates agency funded and commercially funded expenditures with agency Procurement
and Budget Office staff. Monitors rental rates and charge back policies and procedures to assure statute
compliance in the recovery of all costs associated with equipment oriented operations, maintenance,
modifications, organizational overhead, replacement, of vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
* The principals, practices and theories of Business Administration, Public Administration and Fleet
Management.
* Theories and practices of project planning, management and coordination.
* Technical standards and operation of the on and off road equipment, industry and applicable state and
federal statutes.
* Fiscal management, budgeting and principles of cost analysis and zero-based budgeting
* Equipment knowledge and related data, financial and other resources needed for effective enterprise
decision making
* Computer programs and software.
* Procurement, Contracts and Administration
* Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration and the
legislative process in order to serve as a resource for both senior/executive management and other
stakeholders as needed
* Method, procedures, and techniques used in scheduling, prioritizing and monitoring program activities
statewide.
Skills in:
* Leadership and management
* Problem solving, conflict resolution and interpersonal relations
* Interpreting statues, rules, policies and procedures.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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* Proficient use of personal computer software, and databases.
* Strategic and long Term Planning to determine and direct short and long term future actions for the
statewide ADOT Equipment Fleet
* Interpersonal relations, as applied to contacts with internal members, others agency members, and its
customers
* Analyzing and evaluating a wide variety of long range fleet, plans, projects, and technological training
requirements.
* Development and forming a "zero-based" budget.
Abilities to:
* Exercise sound judgment in complex situations and maintain confidentiality
* Communicate effectively with internal and external customers
* Work and deal effectively with internal with both individuals and groups
* Plan, program, direct, and supervise a dynamic work group to become effective and cost efficient
* Establish and adjust priorities to meet a dynamitic and changing operational environment
* Provide confidential advice and consult in matter relating to sensitive personnel, data and business issues.
* Analyze and interpret complex equipment specification, engineering, pricing and cost data
* Interpret Agency policies and procedures, industry regulations and State and Federal laws, rules and
guidelines applicable to fleet acquisition, disposal, repair and modification, operational safety, efficiency and
effectiveness, budget, customer relations
* Work under general direction of the Equipment Services Assistant Division Director exercising
considerable independent judgment.
Ideal Candidate: Will have a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or Business from an accredited
College or University, 3-5 years related progressive experience in Fleet Management/Operations within a
large and equipment diverse public fleet environment, private fleet or trucking industry. Minimum 5 years
automotive, heavy truck, trailer and construction equipment related experience in transportation/fleet
maintenance, engineering, manufacturing, design, and specification development. Will possess senior level
managerial experience along with advanced senior leadership background.
Note: This position requires possession of a Class D Driver License. Candidates for this position must
complete and sign the Driver Form on page 6 of the State of Arizona Application for Employment at the time
of interview, which will allow ADOT to obtain the candidate's motor vehicle record (MVR). The most recent
39-month period shown on the MVR will be reviewed in accordance with A.A.C. R2-10-207.12 (H) and (I).
The review must show an acceptable driving record prior to any offer of employment being made by ADOT.
Employment is contingent upon an acceptable MVR.
All newly hired employees are subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program.
You must apply on line no later than the close date or first review date of the job announcements at 5:00
p.m., Mountain Standard Time. You will not be able to apply after the close date/time because job postings
are removed from the job board site at that time, unless otherwise specified.
RETIREMENT: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)*.
*ASRS enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment, if not already an ASRS
member at the time of hire.
BENEFITS: Comprehensive benefits package includes accrual of sick and vacation leave, and 10 holidays
per year; health* and dental insurance*; retirement plan; life insurance; and long-term disability insurance.
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability*, deferred compensation, and supplemental life
insurance*.
*Elective benefits for new employees hired on or after July 20, 2011, will be subject to a 90-day waiting
period, except for transfers from other State agencies or who regularly worked for the State of Arizona within
2 years prior to the date of hire.
Please visit http://www.azdot.gov/Inside_ADOT/HR/Employment.asp to learn more about benefits given to
ADOT employees.
To submit your resume for consideration, please visit our website at www.azstatejobs.gov on how to apply.
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The State of AZ is a EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer