Transportation Engineering and Construction Project Specialist
Transportation Engineering and Construction Project Specialist
Job ID: 107680
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024.
Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $78,344.75 - $99,129.27
Hourly Pay Range: $37.665743 - $47.658304
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a full time County position represented by AFSCME.
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/e044da55-8261-4563-b291-b40e891a2031
http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html
JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Clackamas County Department of Transportation and Development is searching for a motivated, detail-oriented and quality-focused Project Specialist (classified as a Technical Services Specialist) to join our dynamic, high performing Transportation Engineering and Construction team. If selected for this position, you will coordinate and manage the design and construction of County Capital Improvement Projects, specifically for roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage structures and traffic control devices. Other responsibilities include preparing requests for proposals, specifications and bids, contracts and related documents, bid processes, negotiating contracts and change orders, resolving conflicts and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal requirements. Another critical component of this position is to design or make modifications to designs or standards, under the guidance of a professional engineer, to meet local, state and federal requirements.
We are committed to being an exemplary team with best practices in Transportation Construction, working together towards the common goal of achieving overall success of our organization. It is critical that every member of our team recognizes the vital role we play in our community. To that end, we are searching for an experienced individual, who is motivated to be a positive and collaborative contributor, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to improve, develop and enhance our operations.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position, including experience in each of the following areas:
• Experience managing the design or construction of capital improvement projects, such as roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage infrastructure or similar projects
• Experience resolving contractual issues between developers and/or contractors
• Experience generating and maintaining accurate legal records related to basic inspection reports
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of four (4) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position, including experience in each of the following areas:
• Experience managing the design or construction of capital improvement projects, such as roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage infrastructure or similar projects
• Experience resolving contractual issues between developers and/or contractors
• Experience generating and maintaining accurate legal records related to basic inspection reports
• Associates Degree (or higher degree) in Engineering Technology, or Surveying Technology
• Experience managing the design or construction of projects with federal funding
• Experience performing constructability reviews on capital improvement projects such as roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage infrastructure or similar projects
• Experience leading the work of others, including providing daily work direction and/or scheduling, assigning work, checking completed work, and training
• Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) General Inspector Certification
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
TYPICAL TASKS
Typical tasks for this particular Technical Services Specialist position include, but are not limited to:
• Serves as project manager and leads the work of technical and professional staff on a variety of larger and/or complex federally funded projects; participates in the budget process on assigned projects; assists in the inspection of constructed facilities.
• Assists in the development of County standards for roads and construction; confers with and advises engineers, architect, builders, developers and the public regarding County standards for roads.
• Reviews preliminary Capital Improvement construction plans and specifications for roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage infrastructure and similar projects, as submitted by engineers, and others; prepares preliminary plans and specifications for roads, bridges, paving, storm drainage and similar projects.
• Conducts technical investigations, prepares reports, prepares correspondence and keeps records; coordinates with legal counsel and management.
• Designs and manages construction projects, prepare request for proposals, specifications and bids, contract and related documents, and change orders; resolves conflicts, ensures compliance with local, state and federal requirements; reviews and approves pay requests subject to final approval.
• Develops and recommends policies, procedures and system improvements; coordinates communication with internal departments, engineers, contractors, customers and the public for assigned projects.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties in the field require walking, squatting, digging, bending, balancing, and involve exposure to confined spaces, loud noises, dust, slippery and/or uneven surfaces and adverse weather conditions.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of one of the following schedules:
• Monday through Friday, working 8 hours per day (5/8)
• Monday through Thursday, working 10 hours per day (4/10) with every Friday off
• Monday through Thursday, working 9 hours per day and every other Friday, working 8 hours per day, with every other Friday off (9/80)
Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Department of Transportation and Development (DTD) is to assist residents and businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through innovative and responsive public service.
DTD is responsible for a broad range of county services involving land use planning and permitting, building permits, county code enforcement, solid waste and recycling, road construction and maintenance, surveying, plat approvals, public land corner restoration, economic development, libraries, County parks, and dog services.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
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https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication
If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
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VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Lindsay Roberts, Recruiter
mailto:LRoberts2@clackamas.us
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5800644
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