Fleet Business Manager

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$21.225

Job Posting:

JR2025-00021328 Fleet Business Manager (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

12-18-2025

Job Description:

If you are an individual with a background in business who thrives on the details of budgets and equipment data but also likes daily variety, then this opportunity with NDOT Fleet Management may be what you are looking for.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Fleet Management is hiring for a Business Manager. Duties for this position include fleet equipment budgets and equipment data information, as described in the job duties.

We reward our employees’ hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Free parking
  

JOB DUTIES

• Conduct and supervise the business processes for the Fleet Management unit, including financial and accounting functions.
• Responsible for substantial budget control.
• Work extensively with the Fleet Manager, Fleet Equipment Buyer, and others in the Fleet Management unit.
• Assist in the preparation of the equipment budget and allocation to each District and Operations Division.
• Control and assign appropriate equipment numbers for NDOT units.
• Create and manage spreadsheets for new equipment to track each unit through the purchasing process, including creating asset in E1.
• Receive purchase requisitions, check for accuracy, and hold for processing of the purchase order.
• Process purchase orders by tracking on spreadsheets and inputting information into NDOT Asset Management system (Lucity) as well as E1 NIS Fixed Assets.
• Assemble and file equipment release forms for each Purchase Order produced in the Fleet Unit for the purchase of equipment.
• Create and update a spreadsheet to track each piece of equipment purchased through "check-in" and approval processes.
• Receive and file appropriate packing slips, invoices, equipment (payment) release forms, and other documents with each Purchase Order.
• Review encumbrance report and budget balances against expenditures.
• Establish and maintain records of leased equipment, including location assignment and lease/rental contracts.
• Review and/or provide accurate coding for payment to vendors on equipment purchases.
• Create and complete DR225 for payment of IBTs from DMV for vehicle titles and "new tire fees," and may also process payment to the State Fire Marshall's office for fuel tank site permits.
• Create Journal Vouchers in response to "lost, stolen, or destroyed" property, and submit this documentation to DAS for inventory adjustments.
• Enter the fixed assets master in NIS and "batches NIS purchase orders".
• Position will also be involved with the State Fuel Credit Card system.
• Supervise office staff, which includes the assignment of duties and resolving personnel issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in public or business administration, accounting, or any discipline related to the work assigned. One year of experience in administrative, business management, or technical support work, including collecting and interpreting statistical, financial, program, or administrative data; or interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and processes. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management/Administration or the Accounting field.
• Five or more years in a Business manager or supervisory role.
Experience with State of Nebraska software systems such as JD Edwards/E1, RPS, On-Base, and Kronos.

Other: Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Administration and Personnel management principles and practices.
• Business operations, including payroll, purchasing, and inventory.
• Research and administrative survey techniques.
• The principles and practices of budgeting, accounting, and fiscal control.
• Business computer, communication systems, and d epartmental software programs/systems.
• Technical processes/procedures.
• Supervisory practices and techniques, and work planning/organizing.
• Federal and State laws and regulations that govern the work assigned.

Skill in:

• Operation and maintenance of computer equipment and other office machines.
• Using a variety of advisory and statistical data, such as technical operating manuals, policies, procedures, and financial and budgetary reports.
• Prioritizing/organizing work; data analysis and problem solving.

Ability to:

• Communicate in person, by telephone, computer, email, and correspondence to exchange information and ideas and to promote agency needs, plans, and objectives.
• Interpret policies, regulations, and other guidelines.
• Interact with managers/employees of the employing agency, other governmental and organization representatives, and the public, to gain their cooperation and establish work relationships.
• Conduct research activities, summarize technical data and conclusions into reports.
• Study problem areas, analyze relevant data, and formulate alternative courses of action.
• Interpret and apply directives and instructions pertinent to assigned work.
Apply management practices, theories, techniques, and methodologies.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.