The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is the state government agency responsible for the planning, development, design, construction, and maintenance of the state highway system. The organization lists its goals as preserving the billions of dollars that Nebraskans have invested in their highway system, making highways safe and efficient, and doing so in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Among the most noteworthy projects undertaken by the Nebraska Department of Transportation is the Omaha-Council Bluffs Metro Area Travel Improvement Study, which was announced in February. The study covers the massive interstate highway network that connects the two cities on the border, and it will guide road improvements for years to come.
NDOT is also known for its emphasis on employee wellness and a supportive work environment. The agency promises its team members flexible schedules and competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; education assistance; paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays; and retirement benefits. The company has embraced flexibility by offering partially remote jobs in the past, and it is likely to offer more of these opportunities in the future.
A key feature of the new organization is a centralized management center that is designed to manage traffic issues around the clock. Previously, the Nebraska Department of Transportation relied on teams in each district to take calls and update the 511 system. In addition to managing traffic, the new State Operations Center will provide safety and communications support to the public.
