Transportation Engineering Associate III - Road Design Squad Leader **RE-ADVERTISEMENT

Salary : $76,040.00 - $91,248.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 168489

Agency : Department of Transportation-Headquarters

Opening Date : 02 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : HD23

Position Number : : 61034676

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 7

Hiring Range - Min. : $76,040.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $91,248.00

Opening Date : 08 / 28 / 2024

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he / she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone : (803) 737-1321.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.

In the Lowcountry Regional Production Group, supervises the assembly of complete set of right-of-way and construction plans that meet all the requirements set forth by the State, FHWA, and AASHTO standards. Performs administrative duties necessary for the scheduling and timely completion of right-of-way and construction plans. Trains design group members in plan preparation for secondary, bridge replacement, safety, primary, interstate and enhancement projects. Meets with various department personnel, including Program Management, Hydrology, Structures, Geotechnical, Traffic, Right-of-Way, Planning, Environmental, Engineering Support, and District field engineers in order to obtain necessary information for completion of right-of-way and construction plans. Prepares required reports, estimates, and special drawings as required. Researches technical manuals. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and four (4) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

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Salary : $76,040 - $91,248