Engineer Program Manager II

This position is responsible for all aspects of the Traffic Safety Section, a major operating unit within the Traffic Operations and Management Section.  The position is critical to the DelDOT in successfully implementing federal and state capital projects, through the design and/or review and approval of Maintenance of Traffic for all projects on state maintained roadways in Delaware.  The position also manages DelDOT’s Hauling Permits and Special Events Programs. This position also supports Department-wide incident management activities and responses to major events.

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

1. Knowledge of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) and its federally mandated safety programs.
    
2.  Three years experience in designing or implementing traffic controls for use in work zones.
    
3.  Three years experience in analyzing the cause of and remedies for high-risk traffic conditions.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
   
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
   
• Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
   
• Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
   
• Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities.
   
• Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
   
• Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
   
• Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
   
• Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer Program Manager II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR Possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada.
2. Three years experience as a project engineer in Civil Engineering which includes managing engineering programs and projects.
3. One year experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

As a condition of hire, if the applicant does not possess a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License, the applicant must agree as a requirement of employment to obtain a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License within 180 days of employment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. 

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.