STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Durational Civil Engineer 2

Office of Community Development

Recruitment #240312-1966FE-001

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Introduction


Department of Economic and Community Development


The State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), Community Investment Fund 2030 has an anticipated opportunity to serve as a Civil Engineer 2 (Durational).

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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
  • Durational for up to two years
  • Monday-Friday
  • Full-time (40 hours/week)
  • 1st Shift
  • Hartford, CT
  • Hybrid (office/telework) may be available 
THE ROLE
The durational Civil Engineer 2 position will support the work of the Office of Community Development. This includes all capital projects administered by the agency, including the Community Investment Fund 2030, Connecticut Communities Challenge, Urban Act, STEAP, and Special Act, which will oversee bonding funds for various economic and community development projects. 

Project work involves the review of state funded economic and community development capital projects with municipalities and non-profit organizations.  Capital improvement projects include areas such as brownfield remediation, affordable housing, mixed-use commercial and public space, water, sewer, roadway infrastructure, and public facility construction or renovation. 

This position works in conjunction with project managers and other technical specialists to ensure oversight and compliance with state regulations for construction activities and procurement, permitting, and ensuring compliance with department policies and procedures. Additional duties and responsibilities include:
  • Surveys maps and other engineering data relative to the use of the area
  • Carries out investigations to determine adequacy, condition, and safety of engineering projects Participates in public hearings, prepares reports, lays out limits of work, assures that contractor carries out work in accordance with plans and specifications
  • Inspects engineering projects for conformance with accepted engineering standards, recommends specific changes to original plans, specifications, or design
  • Determines requirements, location, and layout of facilities such as bridges, highways, airports, buildings, water systems exclusive of electrical and mechanical features
  • Analyzes, develops, and evaluates criteria, methodology, equipment and data utilized, prepares reports
  • Assists in maintaining various Excel and CRM databases, utilizes the state procurement and bidding process, reviews specifications and determines adequacy, works collaboratively with colleagues in project management
  • Performs related duties as required
NOTE:
Applicant will be initially placed in a vacancy under durational appointment with an anticipated end date of two (2) years from the start date. This appointment may be extended. Benefits and leaves will be subject to the appropriate collective bargaining contract language and Connecticut General Statutes.

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ABOUT US 
The DECD is the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the rapidly changing, knowledge-based global economy. The agency takes a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education, and arts and culture. 

Selection Plan

To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the individual listed on this job posting. 
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.    
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  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class in the next twelve (12) months.
  • 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.
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Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of engineering and/or related tasks pertaining to one or more of the following aspects of engineering projects or studies: design, construction, rehabilitation, operation, maintenance, testing and data collection and analysis, planning, research and compliance with regulations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs engineering review, analysis and preparation of plans and specifications; 
  • Prepares cost estimates or economic analyses; 
  • Performs engineering studies, inspections and investigations; 
  • Makes recommendations for corrective action and compliance; 
  • Conducts tests and collects and analyzes data; 
  • Performs administrative duties such as report writing and general planning for unit; 
  • Coordinates with consultants in project development; 
  • Evaluates adequacy of engineering submissions; 
  • Serves as representative of agency at public and committee meetings and conferences; 
  • Provides technical assistance to local, state and federal officials and the public; 
  • May testify in hearings and court cases; 
  • May plan, review and/or oversee special projects pertaining to engineering issues, data or equipment; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • and ability to interpret relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
    • relevant engineering standards, principles and practices; 
    • data collection and analysis techniques; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • prepare, evaluate or review plans, specifications and cost estimates; 
    • analyze engineering problems and recommend solutions; 
    • utilize computer software; 
    • perform mathematical calculations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in civil engineering.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training in civil or environmental engineering 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.
  • A Master's degree in civil or environmental engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with construction materials and methods
  • Experience with cost estimation for construction projects
  • Experience reviewing construction documents
  • Experience communicating on construction topics with clients and vendors
  • Experience with construction services procurement and bidding processes

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from construction environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year round weather conditions.

Conclusion

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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