Commonwealth of Kentucky

Transportation Engineering Branch Manager

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  Lexington, KY (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

 

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8/14/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Transportation Engineering Branch Manager

Pay Grade
19

Salary

$7,567.64 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

800 Newtown Ct
Lexington, KY 40511 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our
customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve
both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe,
efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic
opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Engineering Branch Manager in Fayette County,
you’ll have the opportunity to manage the activities and employees within a highway engineering branch to
assure the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet mission is met with construction and maintenance projects.

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the establishment and implementation of highway engineering programs.
  • Plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the work of professional and technical personnel
  • Supervise and evaluate engineering consultants
  • Assist Chief District Engineer with various federal, state, and local agencies.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

  • Licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers
    and Land Surveyors
  • Supervisory Experience

Benefits and Perks:

  • Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm
and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a
steady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government
with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify
once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities,
please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
See Special Requirements.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six month probationary period. Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained. For additional information refer to: http://kyboels.ky.gov/ Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites which require the following of safety procedures.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kelly A Baker at KellyA.Baker@ky.gov or 859-246-2355.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
Website
kentucky.gov
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