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This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
About CDOT
Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans lives Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) youll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and providesfreedom connection and experience through travel. Please visit ourcareers pageto learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live work and play now and for the future! Also check out our excellentbenefitspackage!
CDOT for All
CDOTs strength is our people and our commitment to our people is to shape support and sustain the employee experience and ultimately create a supportive workplace where everyone regardless of gender race ethnicity religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status education disability socio-economic status or any other identity has the opportunity to thrive.
Some positions may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.
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About the Work Unit
This work unit provides project development construction management and contract administration of various Federal State and Local transportation projects; to oversee and direct construction contracts to monitor and assure compliance with State and Federal requirements and ultimately to develop and maintain the best possible transportation system for Colorado. The unit also reviews preliminary and final plans makes engineering recommendations and generates design plans for highway projects.
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has an opening for a Head Materials Tester to administer the materials program for transportation engineering construction projects in the Denver Metro/Front Range area. Ensures that all sampling testing and documentation is performed in compliance with the plans specifications the CDOT Materials Manual and accepted engineering theories and procedures. This position also trains and oversees engineering assistants and consultants.
Your duties and responsibilitieswill include but are not limited to the following:
Certifies that the contractors construction methods procedures materials and final products are in compliance with engineering details standards and specifications.
Trains consultants and CDOT employees to perform materials testing and documentation. Oversees their records to ensure they are complete and accurate. Schedules materials testing staff as needed for each project.
Informs Project Engineer of inconsistencies between materials and specifications documentation errors and status of work.
Reviews and compiles records of all materials and the quantities used in transportation construction projects when completing the final paperwork.
Prepares and monitors project budgets and expenditures related to materials supplies testing and consultants.
Maintains materials testing certification and knowledge of current industry standards.
Ensures the proper use and care of testing equipment. Regularly inspects and calibrates equipment to maintain compliance with industry requirements and standards. Understands and applies all CDOT safety standards. Maintains state issued equipment in clean and good condition.
Promotes a safe work environment for employees and consultants.
Manages consultant testing contracts.
Advises designers and project managers on the testing requirements in the pre-construction phase of projects.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am 5:00 pm work hours Monday-Friday with the opportunity for a flexible schedule
May be required to work nights and weekends when the contractor is on the job
Approximately 90% spent in the field and 10% spent in the office
Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado
Required to operate CDOT vehicles
Required to wear all CDOT provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures
Required to work in proximity to heavy traffic in variable weather and over variable terrain
Required to lift up to 50 lbs. and to work with chemicals
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of at least six years of experience and education that includes:Coursework from a U.S. accredited college or university in chemistry construction management engineering engineering technology mathematics project management or a closely related field of study.
Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. See Resume statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition part-time work will be prorated.
College Transcripts:If you are using education to qualify a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace criminal records check public court records check educational records and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
Knowledge and understanding of construction schedules and organizing resources.
Ability to act as the Project Manager on small projects.
Ability to discuss project specifications requirements and test results with contractors and to enforce them.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
Effective interpersonal relationship-building and conflict management skills.
Experience leading and mentoring personnel.
Strong time and project management skills including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
Excellent reasoning investigative analytical and problem-solving ability.
Excellent facilitation presentation and communication skills both written and oral.
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
Passion for safety.
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
Fluency in MS Word MS Excel Gmail and Google Applications SAP MS Project Wise Site Manager LIMS Atser OnBase and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:A detailed chronological resume and a cover letter. Resume and cover letter must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities
Notifications:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be viaemail. Include your current workingemailaddress on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up youremailto accept messages from and addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that youremailwill accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filteredemail.Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorados website.
The Hiring Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part or all of thecomparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications experience work products and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group up to six candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement to this vacancy you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening
If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicants authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with Info Cubic.
Info Cubic a consumer reporting agency will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic a Division of Orange Tree including its privacy policy may be found online atand. Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane Minneapolis MN 55439.
The report may contain information bearing on the applicants character general reputation personal characteristics and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes:social security number trace criminal records check public court records checks educational records and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email () postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203) or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the departments action. For more information about the appeals process the official appeal form and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes atunder Rules.
ADAAAAccommodations
CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to Priya Kumar at
Former State Employees
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on his/her application.
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