Assistant District Bridge Engineer - Design (Civil Engineer Manager (Bridges))

The Department of Transportation is looking to hire an Assistant District Bridge Engineer - Design for Venango County. This role is responsible for overseeing the Design section within the District 1-0 Bridge Unit, where the main focus is on the design of the district's bridges. Do not miss the opportunity to apply today!

In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of PennDOT by fostering an environment conducive to the effective and efficient design and support of bridge projects within transportation initiatives. This includes backing a strategically oriented design program, aiding in the formation and execution of interdisciplinary teams focused on achieving tangible results, enhancing work methodologies, integrating advanced technologies, and improving both service delivery and quality. You will also be responsible for ensuring that customer service is prompt, courteous, and accurate, while working to enhance communication both internally and externally, and elevating safety standards for both workers and travelers.

To align the District Office's bridge design and support initiatives with the overarching goals and objectives of the Department, you will organize, direct, plan, and coordinate strategic efforts that integrate bridge design with highway design, construction, maintenance, and intermodal transportation systems, all while considering customer needs and adhering to sound engineering principles.

You will provide guidance and allocate the necessary administrative, human, and technical resources to ensure the efficient and timely execution of bridge design and analysis tasks associated with assigned projects and programs.

Your responsibilities will include assigning work directly and through subordinate supervisors, establishing programs or objectives, and reviewing progress and completed work to ensure it meets established standards and criteria.

You will actively support and motivate all employees to engage in quality improvement initiatives, advocating for the recommendation and implementation of new strategies, as well as reorganizing and redesigning existing functions to eliminate inefficiencies and foster a sense of ownership and pride in both team and individual contributions.

Additionally, you will cultivate and maintain effective working relationships within the Department, with other agencies, public officials, relevant interest groups, and the general public to promote transportation mission activities and guide the organization into the 21st century.

In alignment with the vision of Moving PennDOT Forward, your efforts will be pivotal in achieving these objectives.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) upon successful completion of probationary period.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Oil City.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty and one year of experience in directing the work of civil engineers.

• This position requires the possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• For the Bridges and Transportation parentheticals, successful candidates with an out of state Professional Engineer license will be required to produce a valid Professional Engineer License issued by Pennsylvania within their initial six month probationary period.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.