What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician II position at Prince George's County Public Schools?
Nature and Variety of Work
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
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The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Engineering Technician II (Engineering Technician 2A), grade A18 in the OEPM - Traffic Safety Team 1 division.
About The Position
This is entry to full performance level para-professional engineering position that is responsible for routine and less complex para-professional engineering work requiring the application of County policies and procedures related to a variety of transportation engineering projects within the Traffic Studies Division of the Office of Engineering and Project Management. The incumbent will provide technical support to the Department's engineers by assisting in the coordination and implementation of traffic studies; collect, compile and analyze transportation data to determine need for traffic control measures and to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and conditions. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief, Traffic Studies Division. Incumbent must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50lbs on a regular basis and must wear and maintain work uniform and safety equipment.
About The Agency
The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.
Examples of Work
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information
Job Location:
9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
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I acknowledge and understand that the responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. My responses will be used to determine whether or not I possess the minimum qualifications required for the position.
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
Have you taken courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry?
How many years of Para-professional engineering work experience do you have?
Please explain your experience to the question above and list dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted. If you have no experience, please put N/A.
06
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience working as an Engineering Technician I or equivalent Engineering position?
Do you have a valid drivers license?
Are you willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency operations as assigned?
Come join our team!
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
We are Prince George’s Proud!
The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Engineering Technician II (Engineering Technician 2A), grade A18 in the OEPM - Traffic Safety Team 1 division.
About The Position
This is entry to full performance level para-professional engineering position that is responsible for routine and less complex para-professional engineering work requiring the application of County policies and procedures related to a variety of transportation engineering projects within the Traffic Studies Division of the Office of Engineering and Project Management. The incumbent will provide technical support to the Department's engineers by assisting in the coordination and implementation of traffic studies; collect, compile and analyze transportation data to determine need for traffic control measures and to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and conditions. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief, Traffic Studies Division. Incumbent must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50lbs on a regular basis and must wear and maintain work uniform and safety equipment.
About The Agency
The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.
Examples of Work
- Provides technical support to professional engineers in the coordination and implementation of traffic engineering studies
- Collects, compiles and provides basic analysis of transportation data to determine need for traffic control measures and evaluation of the effectiveness of existing controls and conditions
- Provides technical support to professional engineers in response to both internal and external requests for technical and para-professional engineering studies.
- Collects data and conducts basic traffic engineering studies and site investigations and prepares recommendations for corrective action based on Department policies and sound traffic engineering principles.
- Assists higher-level engineering technicians in preparing plans and drawings using field notes and/or sketches to illustrate existing traffic conditions.
- Utilizes radar gun, measuring, counting and speed monitoring (trailer) devices to ascertain speed, distance, road dimensions, vehicular and pedestrian volume, and other necessary data.
- Utilizes information obtained from speed and accident data, traffic patterns, traffic volume, street lighting and other relevant factors to analyze traffic conditions and formulate recommendation to address traffic issues.
- Performs thorough analysis of assembled data and proposes recommendations that address the relevant issues consistent with transportation principles and practices.
- Maintains traffic study equipment in proper operating condition.
- Maintains records and updates data as directed by the supervisor on established traffic engineering projects.
- Performs analysis of assembled data and proposes recommendations consistent with transportation policies and procedures.
- Ensures work is completed according to established County policies.
- Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities as assigned.
- Graduation from high school or GED including or supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry
- Two (2) years of para-professional engineering work, one (1) of which must have been at the Engineering Technician I level or equivalent
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information
Job Location:
9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
- May be required to successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, motor vehicle background check and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency operations as assigned. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
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I acknowledge and understand that the responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. My responses will be used to determine whether or not I possess the minimum qualifications required for the position.
- Yes
- No
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Some college, but no degree completed
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or JD
- Doctorate/PHD
- Other
Have you taken courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry?
- Yes
- No
How many years of Para-professional engineering work experience do you have?
- No Experience
- 1-2 Years
- 2-3 Years
- 3-4 Years
- 4-5 Years
- 5-6 Years
- 6 Years
Please explain your experience to the question above and list dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted. If you have no experience, please put N/A.
06
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience working as an Engineering Technician I or equivalent Engineering position?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid drivers license?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency operations as assigned?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
