Job Description

Description

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About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a motivated individual with strong technical skills to fill a Transportation Engineer 3 vacancy located in Lacey, WA. This position will serve as the Supervisor of Survey Parties, responsible for regionwide survey assistance and development in the Olympic Region (OR). The primary duties of the position include managing survey crews and ensuring accuracy and quality of survey products. In this role, you will also support Land Survey operations in all aspects of the WSDOT program. This position supports the Department's mission by ensuring highway projects are designed and constructed in compliance with established Department standards.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Supervisor of Survey Parties will:Schedule, manage, assign, and sometimes participate in Survey Crews' activities. Provide supervision, guidance, and training to the survey crews in collecting and processing survey data. Provide Region assistance of Global Positioning System (GPS) usage as it applies to survey control and data acquisition for project delivery. Spot check the collected data to ensure quality and accuracy and direct the organization and filing of the data. Utilize Computer Aided Engineering programs, and other software to format raw survey data into a final format for delivery. Participate in the development of work plans for projects and then execute the field data collection. Work with engineers to schedule the crew's priorities to meet the needs of the OR. Prepare right of way base maps for project offices; interpret right of way and construction plans. Calculate boundary lines from deeds and title reports. Respond to the requests of private citizens, public agencies, developers, private engineers, public utilities, and land surveyors seeking information such as Right of Way dimensions, property ownerships, access control and monumentation.
This position works in an open office environment, with occasional site visits in the field, with typical on-site hazards including traffic, uneven terrain, and open water.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

Survey Knowledge:

Demonstrated technical expertise and professional knowledge in land surveying, geospatial data collection, and data processing to ensure high-quality and accurate survey deliverables; Knowledge and understanding of surveying principles, practices and methods and ability to apply them to complex survey problems to ensure compliance with statutes, industry standards and procedures.

Engineering Knowledge:

Experience independently applying standard transportation engineering procedures and techniques to accomplish a wide variety of work in the office or field.

Technical Communication:

Skills to effectively communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing, to a diverse audience including those with non-technical backgrounds.

Software Proficiency:

Proficient in operating engineering and drafting software, such as MicroStation, InRoads, or OpenRoads. Proficient in operating Windows-based computer software, such as MS Office Suite and virtual meeting software, such as MS Teams.

Leadership & Supervision:

Skills to lead and supervise a diverse workforce by fostering collaboration across boundaries, building and maintaining effective teams, coaching and mentoring staff, and encouraging engagement and professional growth.

Respectful Workplace:

The ability to take action to learn and grow. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Growth Mindset:

Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.

Service-Oriented:

Takes action to meet the needs of others.
In addition to the above, the following are also required:A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles. Ability to traverse rough, step, and uneven terrain.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

Professional Licensure or Education:

Completion of certifications (such as Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT)) or possession of professional licenses (such as Washington State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)), or college degree in survey related studies.

Important Notes

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions. Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.


In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference

25DOT-OR-30799

in the subject line.