* * * * * **Position Title:* Civil Engineering Specialist IV *Description:* The *Montana Department of Transportation* is recruiting a Civil Engineering Specialist at the MDT/MSU Design Unit. This unique cooperative program, administered by MDT and located at MSU in Bozeman, is dedicated to guiding MSU engineering students toward rewarding careers in transportation design. As part of our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping student employees develop technical skills, confidence, and hands-on experience. Combine your technical expertise with mentorship to make a lasting impact on future professionals, while working in a dynamic university setting. This position is responsible for complex road or hydraulic design, construction cost estimating, scheduling, and preparation of construction contract plans and proposals. The ideal candidate is flexible with knowledge, experience, or willingness to learn and perform road or hydraulic design activities. Incumbents work closely with Design Project Managers in all areas of duties assigned including collaboration, mentoring, and providing technical support to other project team members and Engineering Division staff. Incumbents have the skill and discipline to work independently, under the supervision and direction of a Design Project Manager. *For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Sarah Peterson at **sjpeterson@mt.gov* *_Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:_*_ _ * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance o For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance o Benefits apply on first day of employment o Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays * Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer *_Minimum Qualifications:_* · The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. · Four (4) years of experience in progressively responsible roadway design engineering. · Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: An EIT license is required. *_Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities_*_:_ · Advanced knowledge and application of MDT and MDT Engineering Division policies, guidance, practices, and procedures. · Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of roadway design engineering. · Comprehensive knowledge of the professional disciplines within MDT including the ability to interpret, consolidate and coordinate data provided by others, whether at MDT, other state agencies, other federal agencies, consultants, private citizens and/or local officials. · Ability to interpret AASHTO, federal and state, and other resource guidelines. · Ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences. · Ability to exercise sound engineering judgement when developing solutions to complex engineering problems, including those involving contextually sensitive issues. · Ability to work collaboratively and independently to perform and complete assigned tasks. · Ability and skill in making decisions in a timely manner to avoid a negative effect on construction and engineering operations. · Ability to meet inflexible deadlines and multi-task with accuracy in all aspects of assigned work. *_Required Application Materials_*_:_ · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. *_Other Information:_* The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. 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. **Title:** *Civil Engineering Specialist IV – MSU Design Unit* **Location:** *Bozeman* **Requisition ID:** *26140320*