Pathways Program Manager

Pathways Program ManagerSkip to main content# State of North Carolina CareersPathways Program Manager page is loaded## Pathways Program ManagerApplylocations: Wake County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 18, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-121331**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**Human Resources**Job Classification Title**Program Manager I (NS)**Position Number**60027150**Grade**NC20**About Us**It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This is an anticipated vacancy. The NCDOT Leadership Development Program Manager plays a key role in building a leadership development pipeline across the department, by providing strategic direction and thought leadership on NCDOT leadership development programs and processes. This position delivers that NCDOT Pathways Leadership Development Program, the Assessment Center, and executive coaching. The Manager conducts leadership assessments and plays a role in the talent management process; designs and implements leadership development programs by partnering with external institutions/learning centers and internal stakeholders; and works with senior leaders to ensure deployment of critical development needs across the organization, and for specific individuals targeted as current and future leaders. This role ensures NCDOT is developing the skills and capabilities of employees to support the growth and evolution of the department. This position supervises two employees. In addition to delivering leadership development, this position supervises the Learning and Development Unit. In that capacity, the position provides strategic direction and alignment for the Learning and Development Unit, ensuring that learning experiences are delivered according to development needs and the strategic direction of the agency, and developed using optimal instructional design, learning modality selection, and learning technology.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 $70,478 - $123,336**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Strong Project Management experience* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and succinctly to top level executives, senior leaders, and all levels of management across the organization;* Experience interacting with, enrolling, and garnering commitment from top level executives, senior leaders, and all levels of management across the organization in both formal and informal settings* Experience managing intensive talent and leadership review processes;* Extensive knowledge and a proven track record of implementing best practices in leadership assessment and development**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.**In accordance with the Governor’s** **Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.****It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.****EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Cheryl Gill**Email:**View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr