What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineering Technologist - Harrison County position at West Virginia Transportation Department?

Salary : $2,211.54 - $3,248.08 Biweekly

Location : Morgantown, WV

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : DOT25D4081A

Division : West Virginia Department of Transportation

District / Subdivision : District 4

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Nature of Work

The Transportation Engineering Technologist will report to the District Construction Office. Serves in a managerial or program expert capacity in either the engineering or construction field / area of highway and bridge construction and maintenance. Manages a unit in a district or division or may manage a specific division-wide technical function requiring expert level knowledge or may be a licensed land surveyor. As a unit manager, duties include supervision of lower level supervisors, technicians and / or professional employees. Performs other related duties as required.

Pay Grade 19

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Provide managerial oversight for subordinate supervisors and the program / projects to which they are assigned.
Evaluate the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.
Review and / or calculate technical data relating to engineering and construction projects.
Review project design and construction plans prepared by consultants.
Communicate with consultant engineers to discuss prospective or ongoing projects and plans.
Perform field reviews of engineering and construction projects.
Meet with various parties having an interest in projects, including representatives of state government, legislators, community leaders, regulators and other interest groups.
Monitor and manage budgets associated with projects.
Read and interpret complex design and construction plans Travel may be required, therefore, a valid driver's license may be required.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.

Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures and regulations governing contracts, consultant agreements, purchasing, employment and other matters.

Knowledge of the internal operation of the Division of Highways.

Knowledge of plan and specification requirements of the Division of Highways.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.

Ability to supervise others.

Required Education and Experience

REQUIRED TRAINING / EDUCATION

Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

No prior experience required

Substitution (New Hires Only )

Associate of Applied Science in Highway Engineering Technology degree from a regionally accredited college or university, plus twelve (12) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment may be substituted for the required training / education.

Associate Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar technical degree from an accredited college or university, plus ten (10) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment may be substituted for the required training / education.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar technical degree from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of paid experience in a technical capacity in a Civil Engineering environment OR be licensed as a Professional Surveyor OR be licensed as a Professional Engineer may be substituted for the required training / education.

Special Requirement : Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.

Annual Increment Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Family Medical Leave

Leave Donation Program

Military Leave

Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities

Promotion Opportunities

Public Employees' Retirement System :

Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation

Health Insurance Enrollment

Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,

Disability Insurance and more.

Life Insurance

Credit Union

Employee Discounts

Salary : $2,212 - $3,248

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