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The*Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)*is recruiting a District Projects Engineer in Missoula. This position is a Project Engineer for one of five districts statewide and its subordinate area office. The position plans, manages, and monitors a variety of major highway preconstruction engineering projects within the District; resolves in-progress problems related to design of highway construction projects; provides expert guidance and technical assistance on a range of design project issues to MDT staff and local, county, and tribal government officials; and administers various preconstruction contracts. The position reports to the District Preconstruction Engineer, and manages up to 20 - 25 FTE preconstruction staff in the district. For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Shannon Carter at scarter@mt.gov. Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include: * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) * Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays * Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness * Benefits apply on first day of employment For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Required Application Materials: * Resume * Cover Letter Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR Generalist listed above. Minimum Qualifications: * The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering or a closely related field. * The position requires six years of progressively responsible experience in transportation project development. This position requires a minimum of 1 year of supervision or team lead experience. Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Registration as a Professional Engineer in Montana is required. *Alternative qualifications include:*Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. Other Information · Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment · The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. · The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Title: *District Projects Engineer * Location: Missoula Requisition ID: 26142849
