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Full-time

King County , Seattle , Belltown, WA Western Australia United States

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Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is essential to Washington's transportation network, linking communities on both sides of Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. There are over 400 sailings each day on 10 ferry routes. WSF transports nearly 17 million passengers a year and has more than 1,800 employees. Employees perform a variety of duties on vessels, in terminals, at the maintenance facility, and at the Seattle headquarters.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an Assistant Office Engineer to perform skilled technical tasks in support of WSFs construction engineering projects. This position requires you to act independently and use sound judgment to accomplish work assignments. These assignments include originating, analyzing, tracking, and processing construction documentation and associated data. The position requires establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal staff and management, and external organizations and agencies. Completed work performed by this position supports WSDOTs mission in providing safe and reliable transportation to the communities WSF serves.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Assistant Office Engineer will:

• Prepare and review Contractor payments for construction contracts.
• Prepare final estimate package, and coordinate with WSDOT HQ and other local agencies.
• Track contract time/working days; create weekly statements of working days.
• Prepare documentation for change orders, and process change orders.
• Track, review, report, and interface with internal staff and management, external agencies, and contractors.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• High school diploma or GED
• One (1) year of experience performing technical/engineering work as a Transportation Technician 3 or equivalent experience.

• Associate degree in engineering, construction, business administration, or related field.

• Skills to communicate effectively using a variety of methods including diverse groups.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret written material such as policies, manuals, and contracts.
• Ability to use a personal computer.
• Ability to use or learn to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Unifier, Bluebeam/Adobe PDF applications, and Washington State-specific applications.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Three (3) years of experience performing technical/engineering work as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent.
• Bachelors degree in civil engineering, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience and proficiency in data input and output with mainframe and/or database systems and software.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• The salary listed includes the legislative-approved 5% salary premium for positions with an assigned duty station in King County.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found inChapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visitwww.uscis.wa.gov
• Application review will begin on February 15, 2024. Candidate selection may take place at any time thereafter. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.

• Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensuring that our staff experiences the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
• Paid Leave In addition to 11 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go toState Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more:Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore, it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal-opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format maycontact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visitwww.uscis.wa.gov

Contact us:
For inquiries aboutthis posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Renee Mason, at masonr@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference24DOT-WSF-90043 in the subject line.