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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Civil Engineer (Transportation) in Dunmore, Pennsylvania
THE POSITION
Are you a civil engineer seeking to take your career to the next level? The Department of Transportation is in search of a Civil Engineer (Transportation) to oversee the final design and preparation of plans for traffic signal projects, as well as review consultant-designed projects. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, do not hesitate, apply now!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for developing safe, efficient, and cost-effective signalized operations that comply with all specifications and regulations. This will involve creating traffic signal layouts tailored to the unique characteristics of each location, taking into account data such as crashes, traffic volumes, and roadway geometrics. Additionally, you will be tasked with developing final signal plans, special provisions, and construction estimates to ensure compliance with department standards. You will also use CADD for traffic signal design and conduct field inspections to verify proper installation. Furthermore, you will coordinate equipment testing, prepare traffic signal control permits, and estimate project costs. You will also be expected to respond promptly to inquiries and complaints, process installation requests from municipalities, and conduct traffic-engineering studies. Lastly, you will determine the initial timing and operation of signal installations, optimize timing through field studies, review reports for programmed projects, and meet with municipalities to discuss project involvement, attend field views, review design plans, and ensure that all traffic signal construction plans meet required standards and regulations. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- *Telework: *You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Dunmore.
- Salary:* *In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (commonwealth title); or
- Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate's degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
- One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Other Requirements:
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
*Legal Requirements: *
- A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.* *
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the informa ion contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date*. *Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- *Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. *
* * *Veterans: *
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
* * *Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): *
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.