$7,420 a month
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Central Design and Engineering Services is looking for a Engineer/Architect II? to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
Key Duties and Responsibilities
This position requires advanced knowledge of transportation engineering, capital improvement project management, advanced skills in written and oral communication, experience supervising the work of engineering professionals, knowledge of State and Federal processes, and the ability to analyze and appraise facts in making management decisions.
Under the direction of the Traffic, Safety & Utilities Chief, the incumbent in this position performs a variety of project management duties, such as:
- Management of consultants and in-house staff in the preparation of project permits, plans, specifications, and estimates for roadway capital improvement projects while ensuring conformance with Federal, State and local requirements;
- Preparation of project scope, schedule, and budget;
- Preparation and management of consultant contracts as well as the review and evaluation of civil design work;
- Coordination with local governments, in-house design staff, and functional support groups, such as Utilities, Environmental, Right of Way, Materials, Bridge Design, Surveys, Maintenance, and Contracts;
- Tracking and reporting project development; and
- Preparation of project status updates for presentation to the public, local governments, and DOT&PF leadership.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications:
The preferred candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications:
- Experience preparing plans, specifications, and estimates for capital improvement projects;
- Familiarity with commonly recognized design standards for highways, roads and pathways;
- Experience with NEPA;
- Experience leading, coordinating, and supervising a multi-discipline team;
- Experience preparing, negotiating, and managing professional service agreement;
- Able to work independently as well as in groups and exercise sound judgment in handling problems associated with engineering projects;
- Able to maintain a good rapport with supervisors, associates, contractors and the general public;
- Strong oral and written communication skills; and
- Experience with the public involvement and agency coordination process.
Special Note:
Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents Only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time. Non-Alaska Residents Need Not Apply.
COVER LETTER
In order to advance to the interview phase of this recruitment, you must submit a cover letter in a professional business format with your application. The cover letter must be no more than 3 pages, address how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, and address how you meet each of the “Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications” listed for this position. If you do not meet or have experience with one or more of the “Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications”, simply say so. The cover letter must include information on your educational background, if applicable, and describe your work experience as it relates to the position.
The cover letter will be considered a writing sample for its quality and content. It will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
Special Notice/Requirements:
Applicants invited for an in-person interview will be required to provide the following at the time of interview:
- A professional resume;
- Proof of Professional Engineering License;
- Three professional references with current phone numbers.
WORK EXPERIENCE
When utilizing work experience not already documented in your Applicant Profile, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full-time or part-time within your cover letter. Applications and Resumes will be reviewed to determine if the minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required or is used as a substitution to meet the minimum qualifications, it is required to complete the Education section of your Profile. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Units Completed field. Copies of transcripts will be required at time of interview but may also be attached to the application.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
RECRUITMENT NOTICE
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Workplace Alaska NOTICE
PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to apply using a hardcopy (paper) application, please follow the instructions on the Workplace Alaska website “How to Apply.”
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095.
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Phone: 907-269-0693
Fax : 907-269-0654
cynthia.ferguson@alaska.gov
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