Transportation Specialist or Transportation Generalist Sr – Traffic Engineering w/CADD in Bloomington, Minnesota

Working Title: Transportation Specialist or Transportation Generalist SR – Traffic w/CADD

Job Class: Transportation Specialist

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 85057

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 3 days per week

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/21/2025

• Closing Date : 04/11/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 2-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : District 2A – Traffic

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Days

• Days of Work : Monday – Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: Transportation Specialist: $27.74 – $37.83 / hourly; $57,921 – $78,989 / annually;

• Salary Range: Transportation Generalist Senior: $26.28 – $33.98 / hourly; $54,873 – $70,950 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 – Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : This position can work from Bemidji, Crookston or Thief River Falls headquarters

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you’ll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

*The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Note: This position is located at any of these headquarter locations in District 2: Bemidji, Crookston or Thief River Falls. This position has the flexibility to telework up to three days per week, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.

Note: This position is posted at multiple levels. If this position is not filled by a qualified applicant at the Transportation Specialist level, the position will be filled at the Transportation Generalist Senior level. One vacancy.

Examples of work for this specific, Transportation Specialist , vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Designs, oversees and reviews the plan preparation, installation and inspection of signal, lighting and Intelligent Transportation Systems to ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, state electrical codes and state policies/practices.

• Develops and reviews signal timing and operations of traffic signals.

• Coordinates the implementation of traffic plans in the field.

• Performs field investigations and analysis of in place traffic signal, lighting, and ITS devices.

• Develops and reviews complete final traffic signal, lighting and Intelligent Transportation System plans, specifications and estimates for project letting ensuring compliance with MnMUTCD, Traffic Engineering Manual and CADD data standards.

• Gathers data, performs field work and prepares various study reports independently.

• Independently conducts file reviews to assure singing and pavement markings are implemented according to specifications.

• Gathers crash information and creates detailed crash studies; updates and maintains the Transportation Information System (TIS) crash database.

• Develops and reviews complete final traffic signing, striping, temporary traffic control, signal, lighting and Intelligent Transportation System plans, specifications and estimates for project letting ensuring compliance with MnMUTCD, Traffic Engineering Manual and CADD data standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of work for this specific, Transportation Generalist Senior , vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Prepares and reviews complete traffic signing, striping, temporary traffic control plans, specifications and estimates for project letting ensuring compliance with MnMUTCD, Traffic Engineering Manual and CADD data standards.

• Develops and implements basic traffic signal timing parameters in accordance with MnDOT standards.

• Assists with preparing signing, pavement marking and traffic control work-orders for traffic modifications performed by maintenance crews within set deadlines.

• Performs operational and maintenance checks to ensure that signals function correctly.

• Reviews the work of contractors to verify construction is conforming to MnDOT specifications/plans and keeps engineer informed as necessary.

• Creates, updates, and archives as-build plans.

• Gathers field data to complete traffic analysis and investigations of in place traffic control devices and special studies.

• Assists in ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Sign Inventory Management System ISIMS) and TAMS system.

Minimum Qualifications

The incumbent is required to be immediately accessible to a phone and be able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called.

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Specialist level can be achieved with:

• Four years of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities that included at least two years of experience utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD);

OR

• Three years of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities that included at least two years of experience utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) AND one year in any of the following areas: road or bridge maintenance, road construction, design, surveying, materials/soils, right of way, sign repair/installation and/or permits.

• Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

AND

• Valid Class D License.

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with:

• Two years of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD)

OR

• One year of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) AND a combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas: road or bridge maintenance, road construction, design, surveying, materials/soils, right of way, sign repair/installation and/or permits.

• Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

AND

• Valid Class D License.

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

• Applicants that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 4 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 4 or higher. (Acceptance of the bid is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.) If you’ve previously taken and passed the math and reading assessments, you may be exempt from retesting. Please check with your district HR office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver’s License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.