District Automations Specialist

Description

Requirements

• Knowledge of survey datums, adjustments, and geoid models.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities and conditions.
• Skill in directing, organizing, and coordinating multiple staff and complex projects; examining, interpreting, and translating technical information to broad audiences; and use of standard office software applications (e.g., word processing, database, etc.).
• Interpersonal skills and behaviors.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Construction Engineering or related field.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
• Four (4) years of experience in highway and bridge survey, design, or construction.
• Ability to creatively develop solutions to complex and unique problems in independent and team environments.
• The driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
• A working knowledge of civil engineering principles along with ability to develop a working knowledge of MDT engineering standards and specifications, project development, highway construction related to survey and measurement and payment of bid items, training techniques and methodologies, computers, computer programming, MDT survey system interrelationships with other MDT systems.
• Skill in the use of specialized surveying equipment such as electronic total stations, digital levels, data collectors, CADD workstations, automated systems, GPS survey equipment, and misc. other tools and technologies.

Benefits

• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance