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State of Montana Right of Way Design Supervisor in Helena, Montana
TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT)is recruiting for a/Right of Way Design Supervisor/.Under general supervision, performs administrative, supervisory and complex technical work in managing right-of-way design and deed preparation for highway projects. The position is responsible for planning, directing and monitoring R/W design for statewide projects; administering section operations; and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The position reports to the Lands Section Supervisor and supervises three positions (3.0 FTE) within the section. Overall supervision of the Section includes a total of 3 FTEs. The position oversight and compliance responsibilities include 5 Districts. For a full job description, please contact Tiffany Thornton at tithornton@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 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:__ * Therequiredknowledgeandskillsaretypicallyacquiredthroughacombinationofeducationand experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, , Survey or a related field. * Thispositionrequiresaminimumof2yearsofexperiencein Right-of-WayDesign, RoadDesign, and/or Survey using CAD software.This position requires an additional minimum of 1 year of supervision or team leadexperience. * Alternativequalificationsinclude:Anycombinationofadditionalrelatedworkexperienceand 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:* * Extensive knowledge ofland surveying, advanced principals of civil engineering and highway right of way design, construction methods and materials, and real estate law as it applies to land titles and transfer documents. * Knowledge of the concepts and theories of environmental issues and regulations as they apply to road design. * Thorough knowledge of contract administration, applicable state, federal, AASHTO, and FHWAdesignstandards,technicalandlegaldocumentationstandards,and requires knowledge of program development, management, and budgeting methods. * Knowledge of Department and State personnel procedures and policies, employment law, program requirements, and personnel management practices and techniques. * Skillinanalyzing,interpreting,examiningandpreparingtechnical,legaland contract data, understanding legal descriptions and restrictions, preparing legal documents and exhibits, and reading and interpreting highway plans. * Skill in directing, organizing, and coordinating multiple staff and projects; examining, interpreting, and translating technical/legal information to broad audiences, proficient in using standard office software applications (e.g., word processing, database, etc.), analyzing and interpreting statistical information, andwrittenandverbalcommunications. * Skillinthe use of specializedsurveyingandotherequipmentsuchasmicrofichereaders,microfilmreaders,distance measuring equipment, motion analyzers, planimeters, and others. *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: Right of Way Design Supervisor Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24143450