Highway Maintenance Coordinator

Salary: $59,345.00 - $90,211.00 Annually Location : Lancaster County, PA Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number: CS-2026-43823-91320 Department: Department of Transportation Division: TR Lancaster Co Opening Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: 3/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 91320 Position Number: 00113206 Union: Non Union Bargaining Unit: J3 Pay Group: ST07 Bureau / Division Code: 00080870 Bureau / Division: Transportation Lancaster County, 8-7 Worksite Address: 2105 Lincoln Hwy E City: Lancaster, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 17602 Contact Name: Tina Coumbe Contact Email: THE POSITION The Department of Transport for District 8 is actively looking to hire a Highway Maintenance Coordinator. This pivotal role involves supporting the County Maintenance Manager and overseeing all maintenance operations within the Lancaster County Maintenance Organization. As a Highway Maintenance Coordinator, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that the infrastructure is well-maintained and operational, contributing to the safety and efficiency of the transportation network in the area. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for developing plans and cost estimates for a diverse range of work operations, including paving, surface treatments, road widening, construction projects, patching, maintenance of small bridges, installation of guide rails, signage, shoulder cutting, sealing of cracks and joints, as well as snow removal activities. You will also provide strategic recommendations regarding the allocation of equipment, workforce, and materials to meet program objectives while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction with the outcomes of the business. Your role will involve coordinating work assignments and fostering effective communication among team members, with a focus on enhancing labor relations and customer interactions. Additionally, you will monitor ongoing fieldwork and conduct inspections upon completion to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, quality standards, and project plans, while also preparing or approving performance documentation. Engaging with union representatives, employees, local community groups, officials, and property owners will be essential for explaining operational processes, addressing concerns, and building collaborative relationships. You will take the initiative to support the development and implementation of innovative work methods and materials, encouraging teamwork and soliciting input to enhance both production efficiency and quality. Furthermore, you will oversee the handling of complaints to ensure timely and appropriate responses, assess road conditions to facilitate effective prioritization of work, define project scopes, and optimize resource utilization. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS) Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years as a Highway Foreman 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Five years of technical experience in highway maintenance or highway construction; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.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 Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 Special Requirement - Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes No 02 If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below. 03 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Foreman 2 for three or more years full-time? Yes No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time technical highway maintenance or highway construction do you possess? 5 years or more 4 but less than 5 years 3 but less than 4 years 2 but less than 3 years 1 but less than 2 years Less than 1 year None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in an approved Temporary Working Out of Class (TWOC) capacity in which you feel you gained qualifying experience toward meeting the minimum experience and training requirements for this job title? Yes No 08 In order for this TWOC experience to be considered in the eligibility determination, you must attach the official TWOC report which provides the total hours worked in the Acting capacity, which can be obtained by contacting your Human Resources Office and requesting the official TWOC report. You must attach your official TWOC report prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documents to the application after it has been submitted.Please also provide the following required information. Failure to provide the required information, including the official TWOC report, will result in your TWOC assignment not being considered in the evaluation determination. Job Code/Classification held while working in the approved out-of-class assignment Name of HR Office employee from which the official TWOC report was obtained If you claimed you do not have TWOC experience, type N/A in the text box below. 09 How much college coursework have you completed in engineering or an engineering technology field? 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 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 visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. 120 credits or more 90 but less than 120 credits 60 but less than 90 credits 30 but less than 60 credits Less than 30 credits None 10 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. You must complete the application and answer 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. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question 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 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. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our Yes 11 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - MONITOR, INSPECT, AND EVALUATE ROAD/BRIDGE/PIPE CONDITIONSMonitors, inspects, and evaluates the condition of roads, bridges, and pipes to determine maintenance needs and priorities. Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience monitoring AND inspecting the condition of roads, bridges, AND pipes. I also evaluated the conditions to determine maintenance needs and priorities. B. I have experience monitoring OR inspecting the conditions of roads, bridges, OR pipes. Someone else evaluated the conditions I reported to determine maintenance needs and priorities. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to inspections or engineering. D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 12 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 monitoring or inspecting the conditions of roads, bridges, or pipes. Your experience evaluating the condition of roads, bridges, or pipes to determine maintenance needs and priorities. Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 13 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University/Training Source Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours 14 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - VERBAL COMMUNICATIONCommunicates with assistant county managers, utility companies, contractors, internal staff, and the public regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities and planning, including project costs, project start dates, and estimated project completion dates. Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience communicating with internal AND external parties regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning. B. I have experience communicating with internal parties regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning. SOMEONE ELSE was responsible for responding to external parties. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications. D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 15 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 communicating verbally regarding highway maintenance or construction project activities or planning. Your specific duties and level of responsibility (internally or externally). 16 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours 17 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - DATA MANAGEMENT/DOCUMENTATIONEnters information into a database for all drainage facility inspections. This includes all information associated with the inspection such as the condition of the pipe, the type of material of the pipe, and the steps taken. Monitors and updates the database when new information is received or when changes occur. Retrieves information from the database as needed. Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience maintaining and utilizing a database including entering accurate and complete information, monitoring and updating information, and retrieving information as needed. B. I have experience entering accurate and complete information into a database. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to data input, records retention, or data management. D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 18 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 maintaining and utilizing a database. Your specific duties and level of responsibility. 19 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University/Training Source Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours 20 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION Performs a full range of supervisory duties, such as approving leave, reviewing employee performance, evaluating staff production reports, directing the work of subordinates, assigning training, conducting employment interviews, addressing disciplinary issues, investigating employee and equipment accidents, and providing equipment and personal safety training.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties which included planning and delegating work; monitoring time and attendance; approving leave; evaluating employee performance; and interviewing and recommending selection of applicants. B. I have experience as a lead worker which included assigning work, reviewing work for accuracy and timeliness, and training staff, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to human resource management or labor relations. D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 21 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 duties as a supervisor (evaluating employee performance, approving leave, or interviewing applicants). Your duties as a lead worker (assigning work, or reviewing work for accuracy). Your level of responsibility. 22 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University/Training Source Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04