Civil Engineering Railroad Crossing Specialist

Entry Level Civil Engineering Specialist 1

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field of study.
• Prior work experience is not required for entry level.

Mid-Level Civil Engineering Specialist 2

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field of study.
• This position also requires a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
• Certifications licensure or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).

Top Level Civil Engineering Specialist 3

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field of study.
• This position also requires a minimum of 2 years to 4 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
• Certifications licensure or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE) Engineering Intern Certification (EIT) or licensed Professional Engineer.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge skill and judgment to perform the routine engineering review testing inspection and documentation tasks in the assigned area.
• Knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods processes and procedures computer-assisted drafting and survey software and engineering techniques are required.
• Skills in effective oral and written communication to assist with client customer or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings.
  

Required Application Materials:

• Your detailed and complete online application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information:

• This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
• Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.
• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.
• The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
  

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Civil Engineering Specialist in our Traffic and Safety Bureau. Positions in the assigned bureau or district are responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis administer contracts oversee projects and project design and may serve as a lead worker. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines knowledge and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.

This position supports MDTs Statewide Highway Rail Inventory System and contributes to the identification and development of highway rail safety improvements across Montana. This role also involves extensive fieldwork at rail crossings particularly from spring through fall to collect data that supports project identification and development. Responsibilities include analyzing this data to recommend appropriate safety enhancements preparing project correspondence reviewing railroad invoices and assisting with the development of cost estimates and agreements with railroads.

This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

For a full job description please contact Brandi Hamilton at

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available (if applicable to position)
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.