Civil Engineer Consultant (Transportation)Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4468889) ApplyCivil Engineer Consultant (Transportation)Salary$79,218.00 - $112,666.00 AnnuallyLocation Dauphin County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-81669-1116TDepartmentDepartment of TransportationDivisionTR ROW Utls Grd Crsng DivOpening Date04/19/2024Closing Date5/3/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code1116TPosition Number00072422UnionNon-UnionBargaining UnitB3Pay GroupST09Bureau / Division Code00084310Bureau / DivisionTR ROW Utls Grd Crsng DivWorksite AddressCommonwealth Keystone BuildingWorksite Address400 North StreetCityHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17120Contact NameWritu TandonContact [email protected]
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THE POSITIONThe Department of Transportation, Bureau of Design and Delivery, Right-of-Way, Utilities and Grade Crossing is looking to fill a Civil Engineer Consultant (Transportation) vacancy. If you are organized, hard-working and looking to take your career to the next level, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs part of this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Department policy for highway-rail crossings in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. This ensures that the Department remains compliant with all relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, you will serve as a liaison between PENNDOT and the Public Utility Commission (PUC) for activities related to obtaining a PUC Order or Secretarial Letter for a highway-rail crossing.Another key aspect of this position involves preparing and submitting Department applications to the Public Utility Commission (PUC) for any necessary alterations to public highway-rail crossings. This ensures that any modifications or changes to these crossings are properly documented and approved by the PUC.You will also have the opportunity to attend Diagnostic Team field conferences, specifically the PUC Field Conferences, as the Department's representative from the Bureau of Project Delivery. Your role in these conferences will be to assess and determine the required improvements for highway-rail crossings, based on the discussions and findings during these conferences.In addition, you will be responsible for reviewing both preliminary and final design construction plans, as well as ECMS construction contracts for Railroad Highway projects. This review process is crucial in ensuring that these projects comply with both Federal and State design criteria and regulations. Based on your review, you will provide recommendations for any necessary adjustments or improvements.Lastly, you will provide assistance to the Office of Chief Counsel in the preparation of petitions to be filed with the PUC. This includes preparing testimony, briefs, and agreements to be presented to the PUC. Your expertise and input will be valuable in ensuring that these documents are comprehensive and effectively represent the Department's position. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00072422) . Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule.
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 at a DOT field office closest to the selected candidate's current location, if office space is available.
Employee will be headquartered at a District Office closest to the employee's home, with the exception of employees living or working in the District 8-0 area, who will be headquartered out of Central Office. Frequent statewide travel will be necessary, including required attendance at meetings in Central Office.
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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty.
Special Requirement:
Possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
Condition of Employment:
This position requires possession of a valid Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License.
Post-Employment Requirement:
For the Bridges and Transportation parentheticals, successful candidates with an out of state Professional Engineer license will be required to produce a valid Professional Engineer license issued by Pennsylvania within their initial six-month probationary period.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currently waived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information 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 will 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 [email protected] .
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)
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Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
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If you answered 'Yes', please provide the license number and expiration date in the text box below.
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Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer license issued by a state other than Pennsylvania?
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time professional civil engineering experience do you possess in the field of transportation?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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