DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address: 4900-ROADWAY ENGINEERING
205 S. 17th Ave, Room 129
Phoenix AZ 85007

Anticipated Salary: $90,200 

Grade: 26

Closing Date: May 9, 2025

Under the general direction of the Roadway Group Pre-Design Section Manager, this position is responsible for preparing and reviewing project scoping documentation - including, but not limited to Scoping Letters, Project Assessment Reports, Planning Level Scoping, Project Requirements Reports, Alternative Selection Reports, Corridor Location Reports, and Location/Design Concept Report, ADA Feasibility Reports, AASHTO Reports, and Design Decision Reports/Memos as required.

Additionally, this position is responsible for reviewing construction documentation, technical reports, and encroachment permit applications for compliance with applicable AASHTO and ADOT design guidance and requirements; preparing design and construction plans and documentation, act as the ADA Coordinator for ADA related design compliance and reporting for programmed design projects; ensure ADOT's Performance Based Practical Design approach is implemented in the development of projects; assist in the review and update, as necessary, of ADOT's Roadway Design Guidelines, Scoping Guidelines, and design procedures; and represent ADOT Pre-Design Section at technical meetings with other ADOT technical sections, and other federal, state and local agencies.

Assist and support the Roadway Standards Engineer with the development and review of roadway design standards and guidelines.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Manages, prepares and reviews project scoping documentation ensuring completeness and compliance with State and Federal requirements - including, but not limited to project Assessment Reports, Planning Level Scoping Reports, L/DCR, ADA Feasibility Reports, AASHTO Reports, Cost Estimates and Project Schedules, and Design Exception/Variance Reports, Memos, and Letters as required.

Participates in the development, review and updating of Roadway Design Standards, Processes and Guidelines through research and by applying a current knowledge and understanding of industry technical research and design best practices.

Implement and support the implementation of Performance Based Practical Design (PBPD) concepts and approach on all projects. Provide technical support and expertise in developing solutions that meet the project's objectives and need and ensure proper documentation of decisions and scope.

Represents Section, Group and ADOT at various meetings, site visits, and tasks force and research projects with other Sections, Groups, outside agencies, consultants and stakeholders.

Perform compliance reviews of project scoping and technical reports, design/construction documentation, and others to ensure compliance with state and federal guidance and requirements.

Assist with the preparation and review of design and construction documentation (including calculations, drafting and design/construction documentation) in compliance with State and Federal requirements.

Provide technical expertise and representation in legal proceedings and addressing roadway technical design criteria standards and practices in response to legal questions, inquiries related to roadway design claims or other matters.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge:
* Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Civil Engineering as applied to the development, design construction and maintenance of the State Highway System.
* Thorough understanding of Federal and State regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines as applicable to the Project Development Process.
* Knowledgeable of State statues, safety practices, methods procedures and techniques utilized in management of assigned resources; computer applications.
* Competent in the principles of public participation, consultant management/coordination, and project management/coordination.
* Understanding of project budget development and administration.

Skills:
* Skill in oral and written communication; project management.
* Skills in researching and interpreting a wide variety of highly technical data, analyzing and designing major highway related projects, listening and problem solving, personnel management, leadership and employee relationships, supporting and promoting the continuous process improvement.
* Skills in computer application and computer aided analysis and design package utilization.
* Skills in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meets, Docs, Spreadsheet and Slides).

Ability:
* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of professional and governmental representatives and the public and the ability to respond to verbal and written questions from the public or governmental representatives.
* Analytic and interpretative abilities to understand and apply complex state and federal regulations relating to highway development.
* The ability to analyze and evaluate a wide variety of engineering data and the ability to develop and implement appropriate standards, procedures and priorities for assigned work.
* Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form.
* Ability to conduct meetings and presentations to a variety of audiences and achieve consensus on key issues as necessary.
* Ability to independent thinking and to apply judgement in abstract situations.

* Education includes a BS in Civil Engineering or closely related field and various employer training courses and seminars relevant to position.
* Experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer.
*Some out of town travel may be required for this position.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering or closely related field in the State of Arizona or proof of eligibility of reciprocity.

A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is to be an authorized state driver.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.