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TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT)is recruiting for a/Bridge Management Engineer./This position serves as the Bridge Management Engineer and Section Supervisor and is responsible for administering all aspects of the Bridge Inspection and Operations programs for over 5000 bridges and other transportation structures in-service statewide. This includes bridge and tunnel safety and condition inspection, load rating, load posting, documentation of critical findings, local agency notifications, bridge scour evaluation, overweight vehicle permitting, and bridge maintenance. This position is responsible for ensuring program compliance with FHWA’s National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), maintaining structure inventory records, and submitting bridge condition data to FHWA annually. This position is responsible for ensuring public safety; maintaining program compliance with State and Federal laws, policies and guidelines; developing and maintaining Department standards, guidelines and policies for bridge inspection and operations; developing program budgets and monitoring program expenditures; supervising staff work and quality; and promoting efficient and cost-effective use of Department resources and funds. This work directly affects public safety and commerce, and an advanced level of professional engineering experience and judgement is needed to meet program requirements. This position reports to the Bridge Engineer. For a full job description, please contact Elizabeth Otteat eotte@mt.gov Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance * Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available * 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 Education and Experience:__ * A bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited Engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design. Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. * Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered. * At least 8 years of bridge related load rating, condition inspection, engineering analysis and design, or bridge construction experience. * This position requires a minimum of 4 years of supervision or team lead experience. * Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, or successful completion within 6 months of hire. * Alternative qualifications include: Any combination ofadditional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. * * *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* KNOWLEDGE * This position requires a thorough and extensive knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences, especially the methods and practices of bridge structural analysis. * This position must be familiar with industry standards and specifications, bridge design and load rating standards, bridge and tunnel inspection standards, bridge and road construction methods and policies, industry guidelines and practices. * Knowledge of the practices and regulations of personnel management and supervision; administrative and management concepts and practices. SKILLS * This position requires skill in effective team building techniques; effective written and verbal communications; organizing, directing and supervising professional and paraprofessional personnel; dealing tactfully with the public and with governmental officials; skill in project management, planning and organizing. * This position must have demonstrated skills at performing engineering analyses and applying engineering concepts, techniques and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances. This position must be skilled at evaluating structural problems by examining evidence, discussions with peers and inspection personnel, reviewing calculations and contract documents to determine proper course of action; and skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on ambiguous or conflicting information. * This position requires skill in applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards; preparing calculations, reports, and other documentation necessary to complete inspection, repair, maintenance, and design projects. ABILITIES * Communication: Initiates contact and regularly consults with a variety of public agencies and private entities to develop an understanding of needs, problems, and progress; keeps in touch to avoid or solve problems and clarify misunderstandings. Communicates effectively in a high stress and multi-task environment. * Leadership: Demonstrates a consistent pattern of being able to recognize and initiate activities that need to be done to accomplish an objective; motivates associates and peers; creates a positive work climate; energizes subordinates by coaching and mentoring. * Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, Districts, other agencies, and the public. Develops on-going internal and external relationships that are important for the continuation of current services and practices; obtains organizational short-term and long-term goals by negotiating with others; develops customer success and growth. * Teamwork: Displays leadership by focusing on the desired results and work products; acknowledges and celebrates team efforts and accomplishments; identifies and pursues solutions in which all parties can benefit; supports team decisions and outcomes through actions and communication. * Self-Starter: Recognizes opportunities and takes effective action to achieve results without being told; frequently re-examines the status quo and responds to both obstacles and opportunities; willingly accepts more responsibility or more work. * Problem Solving: Develops ideas that are unique contributions to the Department, the Bridge Bureau and Bridge Management Section; identifies root causes of problems and thinks of alternative solutions; challenges the status quo by experimenting with new ideas. *Required Application Materials:* * A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. * 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. *Other Information_* 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: *Bridge Management Engineer Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24140142

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