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Working Title: Design Technician - Transportation Generalist Senior or Transportation Generalist

Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior or Transportation Generalist

Agency: Transportation Dept

*This was previously announced and is being re-posted for additional candidates. If you previously applied, you do not need to re-apply.

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 06/26/2024

• Closing Date : 07/16/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : District 8 - Willmar / Design/Hydraulics

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Transportation Generalist Senior Salary Range: $25.15 - $32.52 / hourly; $52,513 - $67,901 / annually

• Transportation Generalist Salary Range: $23.34 - $29.28 / hourly; $48,733 - $61,136 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Willmar Project Delivery

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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Examples of work for this specific vacancy at the Transportation Generalist Senior level include but are not limited to:

• Completes computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) functions and calculations and applies software programs used to perform technical detail designing and drafting of plans.

• Gathers data from other functional areas and follows standards for drafting construction plan(s) and reviews to ensure compliance with CADD data standards and MnDOT’s design standards.

• Creates /revises alignments, profiles, cross-sections and super elevations for construction plans.

• Computes estimated quantities and pay items for construction plans.

• Assists in developing and designing elements for construction plans to ensure MnDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA standards are met.

• Uses and maintains project information in an efficient manner so information is readily available for plan preparation and other uses.

• Generates cross-sections and assists with construction limits and earthwork computations.

• Assists with cost estimates and in making design decisions with prescribed limits.

• Conducts background research on assigned issues.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy at the Transportation Generalist level include but are not limited to:

• Performs basic/routine technical computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) in accordance with CADD data standards to meet deadlines.

• Assists design leader in preparing plans in accordance with MnDOT standards so that plans are delivered in a timely manner.

• Assists with performing basic/routine horizontal and vertical geometric designs with typical sections in accordance with MnDOT design standards.

• Assists in creating quantity and tabulation tables and charts and performs calculations to ensure they are filled in completely and correctly in accordance with design standards.

• Assembles standard details and drawings in order to have complete plans for contract lettings.

• Assists in assembling and cross-checking construction plans in order to provide an accurate and complete set of bidding documents.

• Assists in preparing displays, handouts, and other documents for public meetings.

• Uses and maintains project information in an effective manner so that information is readily available for plan preparation and other uses.

• Conducts background research on assigned issues.

Minimum Qualifications

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with:

Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the TGS level can be achieved with:

· Two years of experience performing roadway, bridge or transportation design activities using Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) or equivalent or related activities.

· A combination of one year experience performing preliminary design, roadway or bridge construction, materials, soils, surveys, and/or right of way or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience performing design activities.

· Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

· Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

· A valid MN Class “D” Driver’s license

Exam Part 2: Candidates that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 5 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 5 or higher. (Acceptance is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.)

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with:

Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the TG level can be achieved with:

· One (1) year of experience utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) or related activities

OR

· Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

· Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

· A valid MN Class “D” Driver’s license

Exam Part 2: Applicants that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 5 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 5 or higher. (Acceptance of the position is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist.

Physical Requirements

A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into specific job classifications will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

• Pre-Employment Physical

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.