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Roadway Programs Technician 2

Salary

$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CSSC-2025-26823-12511

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Pavmnt Tstng Asst Mgmt Sctn

Opening Date

06/06/2025

Closing Date

6/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

12511

Position Number

00166863

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

84952

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Operations: Roadway Inventory & Testing Unit

Worksite Address

907 Elmerton Avenue

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you are eager to elevate your career within the Commonwealth, the Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has an exciting opportunity for you. They are currently on the lookout for a Roadway Programs Technician 2, a role that involves engaging in various activities and field operations within the Bureau of Operations, specifically in the Asset Management Division, focusing on Pavement Testing and Asset Management. This position not only offers a chance to contribute to vital infrastructure projects but also provides a platform for professional growth and development. Do not miss out on this opportunity to advance your career—apply today and step into your next significant career milestone!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting pavement testing and field operations within the Department’s Pavement Evaluation and Testing (PET) Unit, specifically focusing on the Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Program. Your expertise will serve as a vital link between PennDOT personnel, representatives from various agencies, industry stakeholders, and the general public regarding FWD-related inquiries and technical matters. Furthermore, you will engage in specialized tasks associated with PennDOT's initiative for “Automated Data Collection, Inventory and Analysis of Pavement Distress.” This position may require frequent overnight travel across the state, as well as occasional work during weekends and nights to meet project demands and timelines.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00166863) .

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.

+ Frequent overnight Statewide travel, weekend and night work required at times.

+ This position may be eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS).

+ 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 Harrisburg.

+ 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

+ One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment, and an Associate's Degree in the field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or closely related program; or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

+ This particular position also requires possession of a current Class C driver's license which is not under suspension.

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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/test once for 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 a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

04

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.

05

Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience in the analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment?

+ Yes

+ No

06

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.

07

How much full-time paraprofessional or technical level experience do you possess in business, information technology, engineering or a closely related field?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

08

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.

09

How much college coursework have you completed in the field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology, or another closely related program?

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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ 120 credits or more

+ 90 but less than 120 credits

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

10

CS-INSTRUCTIONS 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

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – DATA COLLECTIONIdentify the location and measure the distance of roadway features (such as bridges, traffic signals, drainpipes, etc.) utilizing electronic testing equipment and vehicle mounted computer systems to collect and display the data. Collect additional roadway testing and maintenance data to determine deficiencies and corrective actions needed.Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience identifying the location or measuring the distance of roadway features or collecting roadway testing or maintenance data. I determined roadway deficiencies and corrective actions.

+ B. I have experience identifying the location or measuring the distance of roadway features or collecting roadway testing or maintenance data. I DID NOT determine roadway deficiencies and corrective actions.

+ C. I have experience collecting roadway data NOT RELATED TO features, testing, or maintenance.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training in computer science, data collection, roadway maintenance, cartography, surveying, or highway construction.

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

12

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 identifying the location or measuring the distance of roadway features or collecting roadway testing or maintenance data.

+ Your experience determining deficiencies and corrective actions.

+ Your experience collecting other roadway data.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

13

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

14

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – ANALYZE DATA

Analyze and compare the roadway feature location and asset data collected in the field with the information stored in the Roadway Management System (RMS) database. Verify the accuracy of the RMS database information and report discrepancies to the engineering districts for updates or corrections.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience analyzing and comparing the roadway asset data collected with information in a database. I verified the accuracy of the database information and reported discrepancies.

+ B. I have experience analyzing roadway data collected. I verified the accuracy of the information and reported discrepancies.

+ C. I have experience analyzing data NOT related to roadways. I verified the accuracy of the information and reported discrepancies.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, database management, mathematics, statistics, business administration, or engineering.

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

15

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 analyzing and comparing the roadway asset data collected with information in a database.

+ Your experience verifying the accuracy of the information and reporting discrepancies.

+ Your experience analyzing other data and the type.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

16

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

+ Credits/Clock Hours

17

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Provide technical assistance and serve as a liaison between management, other PennDOT personnel, agencies, industry representatives, and the public regarding Location Reference System (LRS) data collection and interpretation processes and operations.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience providing technical assistance to others regarding roadway data collection or interpretation processes or operations.

+ B. I have experience providing technical assistance to others NOT related to roadway data collection or interpretation processes or operations.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communication.

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

18

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 providing technical assistance and to whom.

+ The topic(s) of the information provided.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

19

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

+ Credits/Clock Hours

20

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Write reports and memoranda, and respond to emails from other PennDOT personnel, management staff, municipalities, and the public regarding operational or procedural questions and concerns.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing reports, memoranda, or emails regarding operational or procedural questions or concerns. I had the final responsibility for the completed document.

+ B. I have experience writing reports, memoranda, or emails regarding operational or procedural questions or concerns. Someone else had the final responsibility for the completed document.

+ C. I have experience writing reports, memoranda, or emails not related to operational or procedural questions or concerns.

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

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

21

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 reports, memoranda, or emails regarding operational or procedural questions or concerns.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

22

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

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov