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Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation)

Salary

$73,995.00 - $100,636.00 Annually

Location

Indiana County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-23908-1114T

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 10 0

Opening Date

04/25/2025

Closing Date

5/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

1114T

Position Number

00027464

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B5

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00081000

Bureau / Division

TR District 10-0

Worksite Address

2550 Oakland Avenue

City

Indiana, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15701

Contact Name

Alicia Kavulic

Contact Phone

724.422.1135

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you are dedicated to public service and want to ensure public safety, seize this remarkable opportunity! In this position, you will serve as the primary administrator of planning functions within the district and act as the primary liaison between the department and its regional planning partners. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is in search of a talented individual to take on the role of Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor. If you possess the skills and passion for this vital work, this is your moment to shine in a role that promises both professional growth and the satisfaction of serving the public!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will lead the development, tracking, and financing of the district’s 12-Year Transportation Program and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). You will collaborate with project managers to gather initial cost estimates for projects under consideration for programming. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and submitting all necessary federal authorization and agreement forms, as well as participating in monthly technical committee meetings with metropolitan and rural planning organizations to facilitate TIP development. Additionally, you will attend all public participation panel meetings and regularly monitor the program to ensure that all project phases are adequately funded, reallocating any available surplus funds as needed. Your support for the PennDOT Connects initiative will also be a key aspect of your role, ensuring alignment with broader transportation goals and community engagement.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ 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 Indiana.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,995.00 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists;or

+ Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline;or

+ Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Other Requirements:

+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaived for this title.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.

Veterans:

+ 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 [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ 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:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional civil engineering experience in the Transportation specialty?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess a conferred associates degree or a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you possess five or more years of full-time civil engineering experience in the Transportation specialty?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

06

Do you possess an Engineer-In-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If you answered "Yes", please provide the issuing state and certificate number. If you answered "No", type N/A in the textbox below.

08

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – PREPARES DESIGN PLANS

Prepares design plans for transportation safety improvements and transportation projects. This includes researching laws, regulations, codes, standards, engineering agreements, and other related legal/technical materials, and determining the type and quantity of materials and equipment to be used.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience preparing design plans for transportation safety improvements or transportation projects including researching related legal/technical materials AND determining the type or quantity of materials and equipment to be used.

+ B. I have experience preparing design plans for transportation safety improvements or transportation projects including researching related legal/technical materials. I DID NOT determine the type or quantity of materials or equipment to be used.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to plan development.

+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience preparing design plans for transportation safety improvements or transportation projects.

+ Your experience researching related legal/technical materials or determining the type or quantity of materials and equipment to be used.

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – REVIEWS DESIGN PLANS

Reviews transportation design plans, standard drawings, specifications, and permits submitted by others to ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, regulations, and other applicable requirements. Makes recommendations for acceptance, modification, or disapproval of any proposed plans, standard drawings, and specification changes.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience reviewing transportation design plans, standard drawings, specifications, or permits to ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, or regulations. I recommended approval, modifications, or denial of plans, drawings, or specification changes.

+ B. I have experience reviewing transportation design plans, standard drawings, specifications, or permits to ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, or regulations. I DID NOT recommend approval, modifications, or denial of plans, drawings, or specification changes.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to compliance, regulations, or specifications.

+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience reviewing transportation design plans, standard drawings, specifications, or permits to ensure compliance.

+ Your experience recommending approval, modifications, or denial of plans, drawings, or specification changes.

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – PREPARES WRITTEN MATERIALS

Writes letters, memos, and e-mails to exchange information with superiors, consultants, regulatory agencies, contractors, public officials, attorneys, and the public. Writes technical reports to document findings and makes recommendations related to highway or structural projects.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience as PRINCIPAL AUTHOR of formal correspondence or technical reports which contain findings and recommendations.

+ B. I have experience drafting information for formal correspondence or technical reports which contain findings and recommendations. I did not have RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FINAL PRODUCT.

+ C. I have experience writing correspondence or reports to provide information; however, recommendations were not included.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, report writing, or English composition.

+ E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience writing technical reports which contain findings and recommendations.

+ Your experience writing correspondence or other reports to provide information.

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

18

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – SERVES AS AGENCY REPRESENTATIVE

Serves as an agency representative on various committees, at job conferences, and at public meetings to discuss mutual problems and concerns. Provides technical assistance and guidance, resolves conflicts, builds consensus, develops partnerships, and prepares a plan of action with internal and external parties.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience serving as an agency representative on various committees, at job conferences, or at public meetings; AND providing technical assistance to external parties.

+ B. I have experience serving as an agency representative on various committees, at job conferences, or at public meetings; OR I have experience providing technical assistance to external parties.

+ C. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal parties. I DID NOT provide technical assistance to external parties or serve as an agency representative.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications.

+ E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

19

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience serving as an agency representative on various committees, at job conferences, or at public meetings.

+ Your experience providing technical assistance and to whom.

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

20

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov