Transportation Maintenance Planner 2 (40 Hour)

This Transportation Maintenance Planner 2 (Claims Investigator), is a 40 hour position located in the Office of Maintenance, Special Services Section. The hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply a copy of their resume and Driver's License.

The Transportation Maintenance Planner 2 in the Special Services Unit is responsible to review and investigate complaints and claims for damages and/or injuries relating to all maintenance operations and projects such as paving, drainage, bridge maintenance, winter and emergency maintenance, traffic activities, and guide rail installation, general roadway conditions, weather events, trees and landscaping, unusual occurrences that may occur on or within the portion of the highway system that is maintained by the Department of Transportation. The Transportation Maintenance Planner 2 may investigate accidents and any contributing factors relating to Department responsibility and assist other employees with depositions and courtroom appearances related to such. The Transportation Maintenance Planner 2 also investigates all personal injury and property damage claims within the District and composes related correspondence such as letters and memoranda, as well as interrogatories, affidavits, and depositions for use within the legal system; compiles information related to property damages and/or personal injuries in response to Freedom of Information requests and to assist attorneys representing the interests of the State in the courtroom. They also meet with members of the general public, towns, and other State agencies to provide assistance/information regarding the Department's legal liability/responsibility related to maintenance operations and general roadway conditions.

This position requires extensive knowledge of highway maintenance and construction methods and materials and the ability to understand and apply relevant statutes and policies, Department policy and procedure, State Statutes, knowledge of Freedom of Information regulations, and liability issues related to all Department property and activities.

This position also requires very strong communication skills including written and verbal abilities in order to provide pertinent documentation and assistance in the disposition of claims, requests for information, assistance to other employees and trial lawyers, as well as testifying in depositions and courtroom situations.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current employee of the Department of Transportation, who has permanent state status, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ann Januszewski, ann.januszewski@ct.gov, (860) 823-3235.

In the Department of Transportation, Central Office of Maintenance or a District Maintenance Office this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of professional tasks in the planning of state and federal maintenance and improvement projects.

Performs professional duties in planning highway maintenance projects; conducts field reviews of proposed projects, determines needs and recommends improvements; prepares plans, specifications and estimates for funding approval requests; prepares capital requirement programs and tolls and concessions work; schedules projects to meet highway and bridge maintenance needs within available funding, manpower and time frame limits; analyzes costs, production, commitments and requirements in order to improve work methods, management techniques and equipment; oversees Maintenance Management System; reviews contracts, proposals and specifications for materials, equipment and contractual services; coordinates review of maintenance agreements; formulates project memoranda; submits work order requests; reviews project changes, prepares modification requests and maintains financial accounts; reviews accuracy of project records and ensures engineering work relative to safety improvements is completed; prepares progress and status reports; prepares purchase order contracts for Vendor in Place work; assists in final field reviews prior to closing out of project; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of highway related maintenance methods, materials and equipment; knowledge of principles and methods of determining maintenance needs and preparing programs; knowledge of basic civil engineering principles and practices; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret plans and drawings; ability to understand and apply relevant statutes and policies pertaining to highway maintenance; ability to utilize computer software.

Six (6) years of experience coordinating highway maintenance project activities including planning, scheduling, budgeting or other related activities.

1. College training in civil engineering or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

For State Employees:
2. Experience as a Transportation District Services Agent 2, Transportation General Supervisor (Bridge Maintenance) (Maintenance) (Signs and Markings) or Transportation District Electrical Supervisor may be substituted for the General Experience.
3. One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Maintenance Planner 1, Transportation District Services Agent 1, Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering) in Highway Maintenance, or Transportation Supervisor (Bridge Maintenance) may be substituted for the General Experience.
4. Two (2) years of experience as a Transportation Landscape Designer 1 may be substituted for the General Experience.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.