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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Bridge Maintenance & Inspection Engineer in Ames, Iowa
Bridge Maintenance & Inspection Engineer
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Bridge Maintenance & Inspection Engineer
Salary
$96,096.00 - $136,822.40 Annually
Location
Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00901
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Opening Date
10/10/2024
Closing Date
10/20/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Jim Nelson - Jim.Nelson@iowadot.us
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking to add a people leader to our Bridge Maintenance and Inspection team! In this role you will oversee the statewide bridge inspection and maintenance program. As a people leader you will manage your staff’s daily operations, professional development and growth, and performance measures with a mindset focused on our five core values:Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
This position allows for a flexible schedule Monday through Friday, with requirement to report to the Central Complex, located in Ames, Iowa. Travel for inspection, bi-state meetings, conference, and workshops may be required.
As the Bridge Maintenance and Inspection Engineer | Transportation Engineer Administrator, you will be responsible for aligning efforts of commitment, transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior of this team. By empowering staff to grow and develop in their professional career and a willingness to foster an environment of diversity and inclusion with civility and innovation. You will be responsible for strategic human resources activities including, hiring, employee retention, workforce planning, job responsibilities for employees, corrective employee actions, performance evaluations, time management, absence management, employee guidance, and counseling. All activities should be in direct relation to the department's core values goals as laid out in its business plan.
Daily duties will include, but are not limited to:
Providing technical direction and engineering assistance to subordinate professional engineers, engineers, technicians, and bridge inspectors in the inspection activities of the Bridges and Structures Bureau ensuring compliance with the National Bridge Inspections Standards.
Manage a statewide bridge maintenance program to identify and implement bridge preservation, bridge repair, and bridge rehabilitation projects. The state system is comprised of over 4,100 bridges including border bridges and major and complex structures.
Identify bridge and structures project candidates for the Iowa DOT’s five-year Transportation Improvement Program in cooperation with the six DOT Districts to maintain the bridge inventory in a state of good repair.
Identify solutions to problems encountered with bridges due to deterioration, oversized vehicle strikes, flooding, scour and other effects. Time sensitive travel to bridge sites for independent investigation may be required.
Administer a program to provide oversight of local public agencies approximately 20,000 bridges to maintain compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards.
The best candidate for this role will have a passion for bridge stewardship and a willingness to investigate and solve complex bridge engineering problems. We’re looking for someone who embraces and encourages a culture of change through their leadership of innovation and new ideas. You’ll need excellent communication skills to work with all levels of management, your team, and a variety of parties to ensure effective and efficient success for the bridge maintenance and inspection team and the agency as a whole. We are excited to find someone who will bring their positivity, motivation, and determination to this team!
Special Requirements:
Responsible for maintaining a professional engineer license by meeting continuing education requirements and all other professional obligations required by the State of Iowa.
The Iowa Department of Transportation is proud to be a partner with the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Through this partnership, DOT engineers are granted membership at a largely discounted price, as well as discounts for conferences and continuing education through the ASCE. We are excited to offer this benefit and to have you join this partnership with us! If you're interested in learning more about this benefit, please visit https://www.asce.org/membership
What we offer YOU:
Partnership with the American Society of Civil Engineers for discounted membership, conferences, and continuing education. If you're interested in learning more about this benefit, please visit https://www.asce.org/membership
Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2024 health and dental insurance premiums can be found here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3577/download?inline=) .
Paid opportunities for professional growth and development.
Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
- Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/employee-and-retiree-benefits/employees) !
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If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) All of the following (a and b):
a. Licensure as a professional engineer; and
b. Four years of full-time professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering, one year of which must have included supervisory/managerial responsibilities.
2) All of the following (a, b, and c):
a. Licensure as a professional engineer; and
b. Three years of full-time professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering, one year of which must have included supervisory/managerial responsibilities; and
c. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, structural, or transportation engineering; engineering management; or a field closely related to transportation engineering.
3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes two years of full-time work as a Transportation Engineer Manager or Transportation Engineer Senior or three years of full-time work as a Transportation Engineer Specialist.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/TransportationEngineerAdministrator-04248.pdf)
Additional Qualification Requirements
Prior to appointment, applicants must possess active licensure as a professional engineer by the Iowa Engineering & Land Surveying Examining Board.
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Are you licensed as a professional engineer?IF YESHow many years do you have of full-time professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering?
One year of the required full-time experience must have included supervisory/managerial responsibility
Not applicable – I am not licensed as a professional engineer
Less than one year of supervisory/managerial responsibility
Less than two years of professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering INCLUDING one year of supervisory/managerial responsibility
Two years to less than three years of professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering INCLUDING one year of supervisory/managerial responsibility
Three years to less than four years of lprofessional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering INCLUDING one year supervisory/managerial responsibility
Four or more years of professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering INCLUDING one year of supervisory/managerial responsibility
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Do you have All of the following (a, b, and c):
a. Licensure as a professional engineer;
and
b. Three years of full-time professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering, one year of which must have included supervisory/managerial responsibilities;
and
c. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, structural, or transportation engineering; engineering management; or a field closely related to transportation engineering?
YES - I meet all requirements in A, B and C
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many years do you have of full-time work in the classification of Transportation Engineering Manager or Senior Transportation Engineer for the State of Iowa?
Not applicable – I am not a State of Iowa employee
No experience as a Transportation Engineering Manager or Senior Transportation Engineer
Less than two years of experience as a Transportation Engineering Manager or Senior Transportation Engineer
Two or more years of experience as a Transportation Engineering Manager or Senior Transportation Engineer
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many years do you have of full-time work in the classification of Transportation Engineer Specialist for the State of Iowa?
Not applicable – I am not a State of Iowa employee
No experience as a Transportation Engineer Specialist
Less than three years of experience as a Transportation Engineer Specialist Engineer
Three or more years of experience as a Transportation Engineer Specialist
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Ames, Iowa, 50010
Website
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