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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Transportation Engineer III - Planning & Scoping Engineer (24-78-2) in Augusta, Maine
Transportation Engineer III - Planning & Scoping Engineer (24-78-2)
Augusta , Maine , United States | Transportation Planning | Full-time
Apply by: July 3, 2024
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Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: $75,795.20 - $103,043.20/Annually (Salary Schedule (https://apps.web.maine.gov/cgi-bin/bhrsalary/jobs.pl?pagenum=4&pagereq=\ActSal\Sal_Spec_Tab_03_Exec.asp?Spec_No=09&Grade=33) )
There will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 29th, 2024
Office/Bureau: Planning - Public & Community Services
Location: Augusta, ME
Position Number: 02500-3353
Opening Date: June 18, 2024
Closing Date: July 3, 2024
Job Description:
This is professional civil engineering work of a supervisory nature. Working in close coordination with the members of the Community Planning and Scoping Unit, other Bureau of Planning staff, members of other DOT bureaus, and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and other partners, this position leads the Bureau of Planning’s efforts to identify and scope projects that are proposed for the MaineDOT Work Plan. To this end, this position works closely with MaineDOT Planners and the Bureau of Project Development Program Managers to scope Village and Planning Partnership Initiative projects in preparation of grant readiness. The position assists other Planning staff by leading the engineering review of consultant work completed for planning studies, coordinating with other subject area specialists. The position will also administer portions of the Complete Streets and Local Cost Share policies during the scoping phase of projects. This position supervises the Assistant Planning and Scoping Engineer.
Performance Standards and Expectations:
Exercise their engineering expertise to lead Planning’s project scoping efforts for a variety of transportation projects in support of the MaineDOT Work Plan and special federal funding opportunities, in coordination with the Community Planning and Scoping Unit planners and specialists, and other MaineDOT staff.
Work extensively with the public, a wide array of stakeholders, and all MaineDOT Bureaus and Offices to understand the need for transportation improvement requests, preparing concise Purpose and Need statements to be used in evaluating alternatives, and collaboratively preparing study scopes of work and independent government cost estimates for planning studies, preliminary engineering and design, and other projects as needed.
Work with the Urban Planner and MaineDOT’s four MPO Partners to scope projects in MPOs that have been identified for inclusion in MaineDOT’s Work Plan, STIP and MPO TIPs.
Lead the engineering review of planning studies, in coordination with Planning staff and members of the Office of Safety and Mobility and the Bureau of Project Development, along with other MaineDOT staff as needed.
Negotiate cost sharing agreements both for planning studies and build alternatives that result from studies based on existing MaineDOT Policies and Programs
Build and maintain stakeholder relationships and partnerships to leverage support and funding.
Complete multiple complex tasks on time and on budget (to the best of your ability, notwithstanding items outside of your control) and demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
Supervise and mentor the Assistant Planning and Scoping Engineer.
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
Licensure as a Professional Engineer plus two (2) years of work experience beyond such licensure which demonstrates the performance of significantly complex engineering science, competency in evaluating risk, and applying sound engineering judgement as it applies to planning, project development, and/or maintenance of public works structures and facilities.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email atjobs.DOT@maine.gov
Why join our team?
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.
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