Transportation Engineer 4 (Traffic & Long-Range Planning/Planning Section, Capital Programs Administration), PN 20054223
Job Description
Who We Are:
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
ODOT's Mission Statement:
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Transportation Engineer 4 (Traffic & Long-Range Planning/Planning Section, Capital Programs Administration, PN 20054223
Located at: District 4 Headquarters, 2088 South Arlington Road, Akron, OH 44306
What You Will Do:
The successful candidate will serve as the lead of the District Traffic and Long-Range Planning team within the Planning Section of the Capital Programs Administration Department in District 4. This individual will lead the District in proactively identifying and initiating projects that modernize the transportation system of northeast Ohio.
Position duties include but are not limited to:
Identifying, conducting and/or managing long-range planning efforts for the district, including improvements for intersections, segments, interchanges, corridors, congestion reduction and freight movement.
Performing and managing screenings and analysis of the transportation network including multi-modal elements relating to safety, congestion, reliability, system conditions, accessibility, and connectivity.
Integrating data analysis with state, regional, and local planning goals to identify projects to address performance measures, leading to strategic roadway network improvements.
Serving as the District Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO) Coordinator; integrating TSMO strategies into planning, design, and operations. Submitting TSMO funding applications on behalf of the district.
Serving as the District Access Management Coordinator; reviewing and approving commercial development site plans, Limited-Access Right-of-Way breaks, permits, and traffic impact studies.
Reviewing project scopes to ensure short-term and long-term planning efforts are integrated into District projects.
Coordinating with Central Office and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) for traffic forecasting and modeling project needs; including providing certified traffic for low-risk projects.
Managing complex Feasibility Studies (PDP Path 3, 4, & 5); completing and/or reviewing capacity analyses for Feasibility Studies and Alternative Evaluation Reports.
Providing technical traffic review and support for complex projects (PDP Path 3, 4 & 5).
Collaborating with local agencies, MPOs, developers, and the public on traffic-related strategies and needs.
Providing technical expertise in the areas of highway capacity, traffic safety, and traffic signal warrants; evaluating and responding to traffic control inquiries on behalf of the Capital Programs Administration Department.
Performing crash data analysis to identify patterns, contributing factors, and countermeasures to incorporate safety into long-range planning at intersections, segments, interchanges, and corridors.
Executing traffic signal agreements with local agencies and developers for signal installations and modifications within ODOT jurisdiction.
Preparing detailed work orders for implementation by ODOT forces to improve locations identified through studies, customer inquiries, or project-related requests.
Promoting effective signal operations by implementing the Statewide Signal Timing & Phasing Program (SSTPP) and collaborating with local jursidictions to support timing studies and operational improvements.
Developing, maintaining, and mentoring technical expertise for traffic analysis and simulation (e.g., HCS, Synchro, TransModeler, StreetLight and INRIX).
Developing and mentoring District Traffic & Long-Range Planning staff.
Who We Are Looking For:
The District 4 Capital Programs Department is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio who is passionate about public service, self-directed and collaborative. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in traffic engineering principles, traffic safety practices, the ODOT project development process, and the influences on, as well as impacts of, a comprehensive transportation system. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting and building relationships with team members, stakeholders, public officials, planning agencies, and external customers. A commitment to public service, continuous improvement, and contributing to the development of an effective and future-focused transportation system is essential for success in this role.
Benefits to you:
· Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
· Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
· Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
· Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 6 months.
· Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
· Experience growth opportunities within organization.
· Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
· Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.
For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website!
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
-Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects or 2 yrs. exp. in managing engineering research projects (i.e., managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.
-Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 3, 85643; if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering
Technical Skills: Civil Engineering
Professional Skills: Collaboration, Customer Focus, Leading Others, Teamwork, Analyzation
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one year probationary period.
This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.
If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code.
This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.
All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Background Check:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.