State Construction Pavement Engineer, Transportation Engineer 4, Office of Construction Administration, PN

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.

Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects or 2 yrs. managing engineering research projects (i.e. managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites must possess valid drivers license.

-Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 3 85643; if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites must possess valid drivers license.

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

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

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.

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

All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one year probationary period.

This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.

If this position is filled internally the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code

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

Background Check:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

State Construction Pavement Engineer Transportation Engineer 4 Office of Construction Administration PN

Summary

The State Pavement Staff Specialist Engineer leads the development and implementation of statewide pavement policies specifications and quality assurance programs. This position serves as the primary technical resource for pavement administration ensuring consistency across districts supporting innovation and acting as a liaison between Central Office Districts industry and FHWA.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the Staff Specialist for Pavements Administration developing engineering policies for complex or unique problems with major organizational impact.
• Chair the Pavements Specification Committee updating and distributing the State of Ohio Construction & Material Specification (C&MS) book and related standards.
• Conduct Technical Process Reviews (TPRs) and ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of policies specifications standards proposal notes and supplemental specifications.
• Coordinate with FHWA and other states to research and incorporate best practices statewide.
• Act as the single point of contact for specifications for Districts industry and FHWA providing expertise and monitoring for recurring issues.
• Develop and revise policies and directives based on field observation testing and ensure milestone dates and deadlines are met.
• Oversee contract administration and compliance including site visits and discussions with end users.
• Develop Risk-Based Inspection Attributes and continually update specifications.

Benefits to you:

Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.

Receive paid time off with vacation sick and personal leave.

Receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Receive regular pay increases; 1^st increase after 4 months.

Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.

Experience growth opportunities within organization.

Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.

Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits please visit the Total Rewards website

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.