Maryland Department of Transportation

Develop and execute marketing plans to attract and retain port customers, promote port benefits, and analyze market trends to forecast industry and customer targets. | Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, or related field, with 8+ years of sales and marketing experience, including 6 years in transportation, and experience working with the federal government. | Executive Service • This position serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority* • *Open to All Qualified Candidates** This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this Maryland Port Administration (MPA) position/function only. All interested persons will need to re-apply for any future recruitment conducted for this classification. The Maryland Port Administration (MPA) is a 203-employee transportation business unit within the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) and is the public face of the Port of Baltimore. MPA was created by the Maryland General Assembly to increase waterborne commerce through the ports in the state. The Port of Baltimore plays an integral role as an economic generator and job creator, in addition to maintaining our nation’s supply chain and moving vital goods to industries and consumers. As one of the nation's top ports for total cargo tonnage and overall dollar value of cargo, the Port of Baltimore is also one of the most diverse ports in the United States with over 140,000 jobs in Maryland linked to port activity. As MPA looks to maintain and expand upon its role as a leading national port, it also strives to be a port with forward-looking environmental stewardship of the state’s natural resources and leader in advancing maritime projects that support inclusion, educational opportunities, and environmental justice for Maryland’s people and communities. The MPA is an innovative and fast-paced organization with a focus on strong leadership and culture-building within the administration. For information on MPA, please go to https://mpa.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx. • *Relocation expenses may be covered by the MPA for exceptional selected candidates.** General Role Description: MPA is seeking a motivated, positive, detail-oriented, and customer service-driven marketing and sales professional to join the MPA's Commercial Development Division. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide sales and marketing knowledge and world-class customer service to current and potential new customers for the purpose of maintaining and increasing import and export cargo through the Port of Baltimore. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Some of the essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: • Maintain regular contact with all assigned accounts/lines of business to include shippers, terminal operators, importers/exporters, and transportation companies. • Promote the benefits and capabilities of the Port of Baltimore to attract new customers/tenants. • Develop mutually beneficial relationships with existing and potential lines of business in order to increase annual volumes of cargo moved through the Port. • Plan and undertake in-state, out-of-state, and international marketing trips to meet with existing and potential new customers. • Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans that focus on assigned lines of business, including Container, Automobiles, Roll-On/Roll-Off, Break-Bulk, Bulk, and Cruise. • Plan and participate in promotional events, sales calls, meetings, quality control seminars, trade shows, and conferences to network and effectively market the Port. • Analyze market trends, cargo data, and carrier services information in assigned lines of business to stay abreast of maritime industry and assist in short/long term program planning. • Forecast trends in maritime industry and target customers and commodities for marketing/sales purposes. The current vacancy exists at the Baltimore World Trade Center. This position reports directly to the MPA Deputy Executive Director of Commercial Development. MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Preferred Qualifications: Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Mass Communications, Business or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Eight (8) years of professional sales and marketing experience, six (6) years of which must have been in the Transportation industry. The Ideal Candidate will possess two (2) years of experience working in the Federal Government. Notes: 1. Professional sales and marketing work experience in the maritime industry may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education. 2. Additional graduate education in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Mass Communications or Business at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of thirty credit hours for each year of experience for up to two years of the required experience. 1. Employees in this classification are assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. All applicants MUST list their driver's license number and expiration date on the application. 2. Employees in this classification will be required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) to gain unescorted access to Maryland Port Administration facilities. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply on-line at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. Paper applications (Form DTS-1) will not be accepted for this recruitment. 02/12/2026. Notes: Please be advised that the State of Maryland is dedicated to a drug free workplace, and as a result, employees are subject to the State's Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing. Selected candidate(s) may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a collective bargaining unit. For education obtained outside the U.S., at the time of application you are required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/). This must be submitted as an attachment with the application of the position in which you are applying. The MPA is not sponsoring new employees in the application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal Regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MPA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission - connecting our customers to life's opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Appropriate auxiliary aides and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. MR Relay Service Number 1-800-735-2258 (TYY Number: 711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. ISSUE DATE: 1/29/2026

Develop and execute marketing and sales strategies to promote the Port of Baltimore, including client relationship management and market trend analysis. | Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field, 8+ years of sales/marketing experience including 6 in transportation, and experience with federal government preferred. | Executive Service • This position serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority* • *Open to All Qualified Candidates** This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this Maryland Port Administration (MPA) position/function only. All interested persons will need to re-apply for any future recruitment conducted for this classification. The Maryland Port Administration (MPA) is a 203-employee transportation business unit within the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) and is the public face of the Port of Baltimore. MPA was created by the Maryland General Assembly to increase waterborne commerce through the ports in the state. The Port of Baltimore plays an integral role as an economic generator and job creator, in addition to maintaining our nation’s supply chain and moving vital goods to industries and consumers. As one of the nation's top ports for total cargo tonnage and overall dollar value of cargo, the Port of Baltimore is also one of the most diverse ports in the United States with over 140,000 jobs in Maryland linked to port activity. As MPA looks to maintain and expand upon its role as a leading national port, it also strives to be a port with forward-looking environmental stewardship of the state’s natural resources and leader in advancing maritime projects that support inclusion, educational opportunities, and environmental justice for Maryland’s people and communities. The MPA is an innovative and fast-paced organization with a focus on strong leadership and culture-building within the administration. For information on MPA, please go to https://mpa.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx. • *Relocation expenses may be covered by the MPA for exceptional selected candidates.** General Role Description: MPA is seeking a motivated, positive, detail-oriented, and customer service-driven marketing and sales professional to join the MPA's Commercial Development Division. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide sales and marketing knowledge and world-class customer service to current and potential new customers for the purpose of maintaining and increasing import and export cargo through the Port of Baltimore. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Some of the essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: • Maintain regular contact with all assigned accounts/lines of business to include shippers, terminal operators, importers/exporters, and transportation companies. • Promote the benefits and capabilities of the Port of Baltimore to attract new customers/tenants. • Develop mutually beneficial relationships with existing and potential lines of business in order to increase annual volumes of cargo moved through the Port. • Plan and undertake in-state, out-of-state, and international marketing trips to meet with existing and potential new customers. • Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans that focus on assigned lines of business, including Container, Automobiles, Roll-On/Roll-Off, Break-Bulk, Bulk, and Cruise. • Plan and participate in promotional events, sales calls, meetings, quality control seminars, trade shows, and conferences to network and effectively market the Port. • Analyze market trends, cargo data, and carrier services information in assigned lines of business to stay abreast of maritime industry and assist in short/long term program planning. • Forecast trends in maritime industry and target customers and commodities for marketing/sales purposes. The current vacancy exists at the Baltimore World Trade Center. This position reports directly to the MPA Deputy Executive Director of Commercial Development. MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Preferred Qualifications: Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Mass Communications, Business or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Eight (8) years of professional sales and marketing experience, six (6) years of which must have been in the Transportation industry. The Ideal Candidate will possess two (2) years of experience working in the Federal Government. Notes: 1. Professional sales and marketing work experience in the maritime industry may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education. 2. Additional graduate education in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Mass Communications or Business at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of thirty credit hours for each year of experience for up to two years of the required experience. 1. Employees in this classification are assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. All applicants MUST list their driver's license number and expiration date on the application. 2. Employees in this classification will be required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) to gain unescorted access to Maryland Port Administration facilities. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply on-line at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. Paper applications (Form DTS-1) will not be accepted for this recruitment. 02/12/2026. Notes: Please be advised that the State of Maryland is dedicated to a drug free workplace, and as a result, employees are subject to the State's Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing. Selected candidate(s) may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a collective bargaining unit. For education obtained outside the U.S., at the time of application you are required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/). This must be submitted as an attachment with the application of the position in which you are applying. The MPA is not sponsoring new employees in the application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal Regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MPA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission - connecting our customers to life's opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Appropriate auxiliary aides and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. MR Relay Service Number 1-800-735-2258 (TYY Number: 711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. ISSUE DATE: 1/29/2026

Lead HR business partnership between Modal Administrations and Secretary's Office, oversee HR programs, provide policy guidance, and act as HR director when needed. | Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, 6+ years progressive HR management experience including labor relations and employee relations, 3+ years supervising and collaborating with leadership, strong interpersonal and legal knowledge. | Open Recruitment Executive Service (These positions serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.) If you have ever taken a flight from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport; renewed your Maryland driver’s license; traveled to an Orioles game on the Light Rail; embarked on a cruise from the Port of Baltimore; received roadside assistance from CHART Emergency Patrol; reduced your commute time by using one of Maryland’s toll roads; or applied for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, then you have experienced some of the superb services provided by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission—connecting our customers to life’s opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses! The Maryland Department of Transportation, The Secretary’s Office (MDOT TSO), is actively seeking a visionary and accomplished Human Resources professional to assume the role of Modal HR Business Partner Manager (DOT Executive IV). In this pivotal position, the selected candidate will act as the HR liaison, bridging Modal Administrations and The Secretary’s Office (TSO) Human Resources, serving as a conduit to align Modal Administration requests with TSO's HR strategy and vision. The position functions as a high-level HR manager and will be deeply engaged in all facets of Human Resources, spanning TSO and multiple Modal Administrations. A primary emphasis in this role is the delivery of exemplary customer service and fostering effective teamwork. The ability to comprehend and mediate the diverse needs of both Modal Administrations and TSO is central to achieving success in this vital position. Some of the essential duties of the Modal HR Business Partner Manager include, but are not limited to the following: • Providing customer service, fostering teamwork, and solving problems collaboratively with both modal and TSO HR personnel • Understanding the needs and operations of modal administrations, advocating for their requests with the TSO office • Championing best practices that align with MDOT's goals through discussions on business strategies, practices, and policies with Modal Administration and TSO staff • Partnering with functional areas within HR, TSO, and Modes to develop streamlined strategies and processes for all activities that impact employees to support the modal administrations while closely collaborating with TSO Office of Human Resources • Staying updated on the latest legal and regulatory environments to offer valuable insights into best practices and compliance practices for Modal Administration and TSO personnel • Collaborating with the modal HR Directors focused on HR Transformation initiatives • Assuming the role of acting Director of Human Resources in the Director's absence This position directly supervises TSO staff, provides guidance and policy interpretation to Modal Administrations, and develops MDOT-wide HR programs and policies. The current vacancy exists at MDOT TSO in the Office of Human Resources, which is located in Hanover, MD. (Anne Arundel County). This position may allow a hybrid work schedule, including telework and on-site work hours. MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. Experience: Six (6) years of progressive human resources management experience in leading and administering programs in Labor Relations, Compensation and Classification, Employee Employer Relations, Talent Acquisition, and Benefits. Three (3) years of the six years of experience must involve working with departmental managers as it relates to employee relations issues, collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies and initiatives with the organization's business goals, and supervising others. The ideal candidate will possess: • Strong interpersonal skills for effective customer service and teamwork with various stakeholders. • Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in HR and policy advocacy. • Exceptional advocacy skills to champion best practices and policies for MDOT. • Comprehensive knowledge of HR practices, including classification, compensation, recruitment, and benefits. • Adept at staying informed about evolving legal and regulatory environments. • Leadership skills to serve as acting Director of Human Resources when required. • Strong communication and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with Modal Administration and TSO staff. • Detail-oriented and organized with a commitment to delivering high-quality results. • Adaptable and able to work effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment. Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position for which you are applying. If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position. Note: U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Preferred Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.None. TO APPLY: You must complete an MDOT employment application (DTS-1) online to be considered for this recruitment. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE MDOT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. No paper applications will be accepted. The application must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly describe the required work experience. Dates (month and year) must be stated. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all relevant experience on your application. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. You may apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on 10/21/2025. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please notify in advance. MD Relay Service Number (711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. The Maryland Department of Transportation is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/). The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MDOT does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to evaluate your experience and education further to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described in detail in the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included in the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete, and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience. Issue date: 10/7/2025

Lead and supervise ITS engineering projects including design, coordination, budgeting, and contract management for transportation infrastructure. | Bachelor's degree in engineering with 7 years professional experience including 2 years in ITS design and project management. | • *Open to All Qualified Candidates** This is a position-specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this Maryland Transportation Authority position/function only. All interested persons will need to re-apply for any future recruitment conducted for this classification. The Maryland Transportation Authority owns, operates, and maintains eight major toll facilities comprised of four bridges, two tunnels, and two turnpikes, across the State of Maryland. For over 50 years, the MDTA has provided Maryland's citizens and visitors with safe, secure, and convenient transportation facilities. We are committed to quality and excellence in customer service, and we rely on our organization's values, traditions and – most importantly – our employees to achieve these goals. Nature of Work: The Senior Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineer is responsible for developing engineering plans, specifications and estimates with respect to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and Electrical scopes by applying engineering theories, principals and standards. The incumbent will perform a review of plans for engineering accuracy, adequacy and compliance with Federal, State and Local design regulations and standards. This position also performs project management, contract administration and assists other disciplines with plans, reviews and designs of roads, structures, bridges, tunnels, harbor and port facilities structures, land development and other projects (or improvements to the same) by preparing ITS related plans, making quantity estimates, and performing other professional engineering tasks. Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Supervise a team of engineers comprised of ITS consultants in the planning, design, coordination and implementation of ITS programs (i.e. toll systems, security systems, fiber optic cabling, tunnel control systems, communications, incident detection systems, automatic traffic counters, dynamic message signs and control systems for movable bridges, fiber optic networks, and two-way radio systems); • Assist the ITS Manager with identifying projects for inclusion to the ITS Program; • Write engineering specifications; • Assign work and review that of ITS team members; • Develop and maintain task/project schedules; • Track and manage budgets for ITS projects; • Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment and labor; • Prepare engineering reports; • Coordinate with other MDTA Disciplines; • Communicate answers to contractors regarding Request for Information (RFI); and • May manage small and less complex projects from beginning to completion. The employee in this position will receive direct supervision from the ITS and Electrical Discipline Manager. The current vacancy is located in Baltimore, Maryland. Hybrid telework schedules may be available for this position. MDTA employees are offered a generous benefits package including: a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27* days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, excellent health, dental, and vision plans, and more! *May be prorated based upon start date. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in professional engineering. **Two (2) years of this experience must have involved Intelligent Transportation System design and project management. • *SELECTIVE QUALIFICATION recruitments are utilized when the position requires specific or additional bona fide occupational qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities). No substitutions are allowed for a Selective Qualification. Your placement on an eligible list may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position. Notes: 1. Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education. 2. Possession of a Master's Degree in engineering may be substituted for one year of the non- supervisory experience. Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the State of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements. None. Please be advised that the State of Maryland is dedicated to a drug-free workplace, and as a result, employees are subject to the State's Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing. Selected candidate(s) may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit. For education obtained outside the U.S., at the time of application you are required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/). This must be submitted as an attachment with the application of the position in which you are applying. The Maryland Transportation Authority is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MDTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission - connecting our customers to life’s opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses! Reasonable Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify in advance. MD Relay Service Number 1-800-735-2258 (TTY Number: 711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Issue Date: 07/31/2023