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Transportation Specialist Senior - 2 positions! Apply
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Are you looking to make an impact on Wisconsin roadways? The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation System Development (DTSD) is seeking 2 Transportation Specialist Seniors to enhance the planning section of the Southeast Regional Office. These positions are headquartered in Waukesha, WI at 141 NW Barstow Street.
Benefits
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Every day, WisDOTs Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. Youll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think youll find its an awfully rewarding one, too.
Were looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. Its a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities.
Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future NOW.
These positions work within the Systems Planning unit of the Southeast Region. The positions participate in the scoping and review of improvement projects representing the planning perspective of access management and traffic engineering principles and standards. These positions also provide technical input and support to project managers and design engineers in the project development section. Both positions need to have an understanding of statutes, rules, regulations, administrative codes and standards required in the program area.
The positions are also involved in tasks relating to the development and management of the state highway system, such as access control projects (SS 84.25) and corridor preservation projects (SS 84.295); functional and jurisdictional studies and reviewing land developments and private property access inquiries that impact the highway system.
Additional responsibilities of one of the positions includes review of subdivision plats in accordance with Chapter Trans 233 to insure implementation of access management principles, and evaluation of proposed public road discontinuations. This requires, on a regular basis, reading and math comprehension and technical writing skills; working with various local officials, developers and engineering consultants; and reviewing site plans, subdivision and right of way plats.
These positions are in schedule-range 14-14 with an annual salary of $60,320-$72,800, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. For permanent positions that allow remote work flexibility, it is not anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because positions may need to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice.
Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience With All The Following
Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Liz Nicolai at 262-548-5912 or elizabeth.nicolai@dot.wi.gov. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
The deadline to apply is Sunday, July 14th at 11:59pm.
Are you looking to make an impact on Wisconsin roadways? The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation System Development (DTSD) is seeking 2 Transportation Specialist Seniors to enhance the planning section of the Southeast Regional Office. These positions are headquartered in Waukesha, WI at 141 NW Barstow Street.
Benefits
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment)
- A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the positions requirements
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
- Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Every day, WisDOTs Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. Youll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think youll find its an awfully rewarding one, too.
Were looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. Its a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities.
Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future NOW.
These positions work within the Systems Planning unit of the Southeast Region. The positions participate in the scoping and review of improvement projects representing the planning perspective of access management and traffic engineering principles and standards. These positions also provide technical input and support to project managers and design engineers in the project development section. Both positions need to have an understanding of statutes, rules, regulations, administrative codes and standards required in the program area.
The positions are also involved in tasks relating to the development and management of the state highway system, such as access control projects (SS 84.25) and corridor preservation projects (SS 84.295); functional and jurisdictional studies and reviewing land developments and private property access inquiries that impact the highway system.
Additional responsibilities of one of the positions includes review of subdivision plats in accordance with Chapter Trans 233 to insure implementation of access management principles, and evaluation of proposed public road discontinuations. This requires, on a regular basis, reading and math comprehension and technical writing skills; working with various local officials, developers and engineering consultants; and reviewing site plans, subdivision and right of way plats.
These positions are in schedule-range 14-14 with an annual salary of $60,320-$72,800, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. For permanent positions that allow remote work flexibility, it is not anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because positions may need to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice.
Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience With All The Following
- Experience or training reviewing transportation or land development related planning documents
- Experience, training or coursework in engineering principles and practices as applied to planning, design and construction
Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Liz Nicolai at 262-548-5912 or elizabeth.nicolai@dot.wi.gov. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
The deadline to apply is Sunday, July 14th at 11:59pm.
