Engineering Specialist - Permits Supervisor

This position supervises and administers utility, entrance, advertising device control programs for District Two to ensure that permitted work performed by others in the state highway right-of-way meets applicable statutes, standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and administer utility, entrance, and advertising device control programs.
• Ensure permitted work in the state highway right-of-way complies with statutes, standards, and policies.
• Evaluate encroachments on the right-of-way using knowledge of MN State Statutes.
• Inspect utility permits and construction to ensure compliance with Utility policy.
• Determine in-place right-of-way regarding encroachments and permits using highway and structures construction plans, right-of-way mapping, and land descriptions.
• Conduct inspections of contractor’s work related to entrances and turn lanes to identify improper work methods and materials usage.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of para-engineering experience (at the Transportation Specialist level or equivalent) demonstrating:
  • Knowledge of MnDOT’s construction, material, soil, design, hydraulic, survey, and planning processes.
  • Knowledge of MN State Statutes sufficient to evaluate encroachments on the right-of-way.
  • Knowledge of Utility policy and construction sufficient to inspect utility permits.
  • Knowledge of highway and structures construction plans, right-of-way mapping, and land descriptions sufficient to determine in-place right-of-way regarding encroachments and permits.
• Valid Class D Driver’s License.
• Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of MnDOT Utility Permits & MnDOT Access Management Policy.
• Working knowledge of Outdoor Advertising Act Permits.
• Knowledge of construction practices, materials, and procedures sufficient to conduct inspections of contractor’s work.
• Experience providing lead work, supervising staff, or managing large project(s).

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, legal issues, and daily living/convenience services.

Pay

$31.58 - $46.67 / hourly; $65,939 - $97,446 / annually

Schedule

• Full-time, unlimited position.
• Day shift: Monday - Friday.
• No travel required.