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The *Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)*is recruiting for an*/Engineering Contract Technician/*. This position serves as an Engineering Contract Technician within the Engineering Construction Contracting Section (ECCS) of MDT’s Construction Engineering Services (CES) Bureau. The position provides contract development; project plan package development and advertising; bid letting development, evaluation, monitoring, quality assurance, technical assistance, training services and information management. Duties may also include providing a range of contract support services and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The position reports to the ECCS Supervisor. For a full job description, please contact Morgan Stibi at [email protected]. *Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include*: * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) * Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays * Eligibility forPublic Service Student Loan Forgiveness * Benefits apply on first day of employment * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values *Required Application Materials:* * A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. *Required Education and Experience:* * The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Technology, Computer Technology, Business Administration, Contract Administration or a related field. * This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering technology, contract or business administration or other related experience. Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* * The position requires knowledge of federal and state contract requirements; contract development; applicable laws, rules and regulations; fiscal and accounting practices; federal funding requirements; data and records management; procurement; office management; computer software use; computer troubleshooting techniques and tools; professional business process automation; data processing; information systems development, implementation, and maintenance; and public user support and training. * This position requires skill in organizing and coordinating multiple projects related to contract development; project advertisement and award; office management; effective written and verbal communication skills; and effective customer service. ** *Other Information* This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference. The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates. **Title:** *Engineering Contract Technician* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25141663*