Job Description

CLOSING DATE: JULY 8, 2024

This position may be underfilled at the Engineer II level, Grade 22. There is a non-competitive promotional opportunity to an Engineer III level, Grade 25.

ABOUT THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MCDOT ) :

MCDOT's mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County. MCDOT supports its residents, commuters and visitors with transit options and infrastructure that provides seamless transportation services to the public.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

MCDOT seeks an Engineer III for its Design & Operations Section, within the Division of Traffic Engineering & Operations

This is a technical and hands-on position that is directly responsible for the management of the Department's Intersection and Spot Improvement (ISI) Capital Improvement Program as well as the Streetlights Program. At any given time, the employee is in responsible charge of multiple ISI projects that are programmed to reduce intersection congestion and improve traffic safety. For all ISI projects, the employee is responsible for the coordination of all internal and external efforts to successfully complete design and construction. The employee is responsible for all community outreach efforts and all related communication with residents. Specifically, the employee provides oversight and coordinates with consultants to complete technical tasks like roadway geometrics design, drainage design, storm water management plans, and level of service and capacity analysis. Management of the Streetlights Program includes maintenance of the existing County-owned streetlights (upwards of 30,000) as well as the addition of new streetlights. The employee provides oversight of all contractual services for design, construction, and maintenance of all County-owned streetlights. For this program, the employee will be supported by a lighting team of three (3) staff. In this capacity, the employee will supervise the staff and be in responsible charge of their performance and conduct. Finally, the employee develops and manages the budgets for the programs.  

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination of all internal and external efforts to successfully design and construct ISI projects.

• Coordination of all internal and external efforts to successfully design and construct streetlight projects.

• Supervising employees, performing evaluations, and performing hiring/firing.

• Providing oversight of consulting and contractual services.

• Performing field inspections, contract compliance reviews, and project approvals.

• Developing and managing program budgets.

WHO WE ARE SEEKING:

• You are detail-oriented, organized, timely, and reliable

• You are self-sufficient and a problem-solver

• You convey information professionally and work well with people at all job levels, from field personnel to management level

• You communicate technical and non-technical information effectively, both orally and in writing

• You can deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with stakeholders and other interested parties.

• You have experience performing field inspections, contract compliance reviews, and project approvals.

• You are skilled in using a computer and automated office technology. This may include but is not limited to, knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Office 365), SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite products (Acrobat), and online meeting platforms (Zoom and Microsoft Teams).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

This position REQUIRES the possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to travel to and from project sites for the purpose of participation in field meetings and/or conducting field inspections and investigations.

The employee is required to visit sites to make field investigations, inspections, and/or observe construction operation. Hazards include those requiring the use of hard hats, eye protection, and reflective vests worn when working in moving traffic. Physical effort involves occasional standing for long periods and/or walking over rough and uneven project sites, and occasional stooping, bending, reaching, and climbing at construction sites.

To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.

For information about Montgomery County's comprehensive benefit offerings, please visit the MCG Careers Total Rewards webpage and check out our competitive benefits!

Additional Employment Information

OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.

Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference .

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code . Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

If Filled at Engineer I : None.

If Filled at Engineer II : One (1) year of experience in an engineering field appropriate to transportation or traffic safety.

If Filled at Engineer III : Three (3) years of experience in an engineering field appropriate to transportation or traffic safety.

ALL LEVELS - EDUCATION :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline appropriate to the assigned position. Registration as a Professional Engineer may substitute for the degree.

ALL LEVELS - EQUIVALENCY :

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least 60 accredited semester hours (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering or related courses appropriate to the assigned position.

ALL LEVELS - LICENSE :

Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.

Preferred Criteria

There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments . All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated "Qualified", placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

• Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Experience performing technical tasks like roadway geometrics design, drainage design, and streetlights design.

• Experience performing level of service and capacity analysis.

• Experience and proficiency in the use of Microstation CAD software.

• Supervising employees, performing evaluations, hiring/firing.

• Oversight of consulting and contractual services.

• Development and management of program budgets.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume .

Minimum Salary 75368

Maximum Salary 120947

Currency USD