Transportation Engineer 3 – District 8 Capital Programs Administration - Construction – PN

What You Will Do:

• Administer all types of construction projects including paving bridge work and major interchange enhancements
• Solve problems and resolve issues to ensure projects meet ODOTs high standards
• Oversee a team of dedicated individuals who all work with a single goal to achieve high quality projects built on time that serve the traveling public

Who We are Looking For:

• Hard workers who thrive on diving in and resolving complex challenges
• Team oriented individuals
• Able to multi-task and shift priorities quickly

Official Position Description:

Acts as staff specialist in construction (i.e. develops & evaluates plans & criteria for variety of projects & activities to be carried out by others; assesses feasibility & soundness of proposed engineering designs evaluation tests products or equipment when necessary data is insufficient or confirmation by testing is advisable) &/or supervises staff engaged in construction activities (e.g. provides developmental opportunities coaches staff to foster development focuses on job satisfaction assigns work evaluates performance recommends discipline if necessary provides feedback approves time off; reviews & approves goals & objectives proposed by staff; meets with staff to discuss/evaluate project priorities & progress towards short & long term goals; & utilizes quality principles & initiatives as a part of routine operations). Assists in development of section policy budget preparation &/or long-range planning & advises offices consulting firms Federal Highway Administration local public agencies & others with projects/problems in assigned area of expertise. Directs work activities (e.g. bridge construction or repair pipe installations paving operation concrete control traffic control); trains employees for inspection & testing procedures & proper paper documentation for construction activities. Operates state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites & progress & provide technical assistance & guidance to inspectors.

Signs plans or engineering documents as registered professional engineer; interprets complex plans (e.g. multi-phase traffic signal design major structure rehabilitation ditch relocation traffic control standards & guidelines multi-lane resurfacing & lane resurfacing & lane additions & widenings) to provide effective implementation & ensure compliance & assist in resolving problems (e.g. plan interpretation designer intent utility relocation property owner concerns local government change requests progress & scheduling concerns material approval & procedure submittals & approvals).

Assists Contractor Compliance Officers (CCOs) in ensuring Commercially Useful Function (CUF) requirements are met (e.g. fills out forms & ensures completed forms are returned to assigned CCO).Investigates complaints documents findings & assists with resolution; directs documentation of pay quantities project records keeping initiation of change orders approval & sampling of materials incorporated in work; attends meetings & training sessions; during winter months assists district office checking field documentation finalizing projects & training construction staff.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nations 5^th largest interstate system and the 3^rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that we do A LOT! From Planning Engineering Construction to Law HR Communications IT and everything in between ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking passionate and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agencys vision every day: To be a long term reliable professional and highly productive organization.

ODOTs Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe accessible well maintained and positioned for the future.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

- All exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.

- All exempt promotions are required to serve a 6-month probationary period.

-This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.

-This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.

-The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code.

-The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; & 12 mos. exp. as group or project leader providing work direction & training to engineering technicians &/or lower-level engineers or 12 mos. conducting engineering related research (i.e. conducting engineering related research only applies to staff specialist positions).

-Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; & 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 2 85642.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required but not for the mandated registration.

-If assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites must possess valid drivers license.

Job Skills: Civil Engineering