Transportation Engineer 4 (LPA Coordinator), Capital Program Administration, PN 20056390

%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:18px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ETransportation Engineer 4 (LPA Coordinator), Capital Program Administration, PN 20056390%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;mso-themecolor:text1;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBenefits to you:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EEnjoy an excellent work/life balance.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EReceive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EReceive 11 paid holidays per year.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EReceive regular pay increases; 1%3Csup%3Est%3C/sup%3E increase after 4 months.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EReceive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EExperience growth opportunities within organization.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EParticipate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3EReceive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:18px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EOfficial Position Description:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EIn District 5, acts as staff specialist (i.e., Local Public Agency (LPA) Manager) in order to develop engineering policies %26amp; plan projects concerned with unique or controversial problems which have significant impact on major organizational programs. Provides technical advice %26amp; guidance to LPA’s on contracts involving projects receiving state %26amp; federal funds (e.g., pavement, bridge, enhancements, sidewalks, infrastructure maintenance);coordinates obtaining contracts for engineering services from outside sources, ensures all contractual policies %26amp; procedures are followed, reviews %26amp; recommends invoices for payment %26amp; contract agreements %26amp; modifications for approval; utilizes MicroStation to perform engineering plan reviews for LPA projects. Coordinates LPA activities with other sections within District Office, Central Office, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Office of Jobs %26amp; Commerce, Rail Commission, local officials, consultants %26amp; Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs). Advises offices, consulting firms, %26amp; local public agencies with projects/problems in assigned area of expertise where established policy does not apply. Coordinates, reviews %26amp;/or recommends funding applications for Local Programs. Assists in development of funding plans to match federal %26amp; local funds. Coordinates local participation in Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP). Utilizes computer %26amp; related software (e.g., Ellis, Enterprise Information Management System (EIMS)) to ensure accurate %26amp; timely updating of management information systems as they relate to delivery of program %26amp; ensures business rules, policies %26amp; procedures are implemented, used %26amp; maintained as standard business practice in designated work environments. Keeps abreast of new scientific methods %26amp; developments affecting department %26amp; recommends changes in emphasis of programs. Represents administrator in administration of multiple complex projects, programs, directives %26amp; develops %26amp;/or revises policies %26amp; directives based on field observation %26amp; testing (e.g., construction plans for paving, drainage, culverts, bridges, sidewalks); assesses feasibility %26amp; soundness of proposed engineering designs when necessary data is insufficient or conformation by testing is advisable. Determines procedures to evaluate changes, implements test studies %26amp; recommends adoption of new procedures, policies %26amp; equipment purchases. Signs plans %26amp;/or other engineering documents as registered professional engineer.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EResearches plan preparation, reviews complex engineering reports %26amp; analyzes bids. Provides budgetary information to supervisor %26amp;/or makes recommendations to assist with long range planning. Reviews final construction plans of multiple complex projects to ensure conformance with state specifications. Using a computer %26amp; related software (e.g., Microsoft Office), independently generates %26amp; signs name to external %26amp; internal correspondence %26amp; meets with, advises %26amp; counsels engineers, consultants, contractors %26amp; officials from other political subdivisions on departmental policy. Meets with District %26amp;/or Central Office employees, governmental agencies, consultants %26amp; the general public on matters related to LPA programs %26amp; projects.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EServes on various internal %26amp; external committees. Assists in research projects. Testifies in civil court proceedings as employee of Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). Represents ODOT at conferences to resolve questions. Travels throughout District to conduct field reviews of project implementation %26amp;/or reviews site of proposed project to ensure project adaptability. Attends meetings %26amp; training seminars. Performs other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EPosition designated Career Professional per Section 5501.20 ORC.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects or 2 yrs. exp. in managing engineering research projects (i.e., managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license. 

-Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 3, 85643; if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration. 

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

*!%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3ELicensed as Registered Professional Engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers %26amp; Surveyors%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:16px;%22%3EIf operating state-owned vehicle must show proof of valid Driver%27s License OR must provide own transportation.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;%22%3EThis position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards. If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EThis position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-size:11.0pt;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAll candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.%26nbsp; Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Trebuchet MS%26quot;;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-themecolor:text1;%22%3EThe final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant%27s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E
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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Job Details
Organization: Transportation - District 05
Agency Contact Name and Information: District 5 Human Resources (e) [email protected]
Unposting Date: Sep 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location: District 5 HQ, 9600 Jacksontown Road, Jacksontown, 43030
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Licking County
Compensation: $44.38 per hour
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 07:30AM to 04:30PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Civil Engineering
Technical Skills: Transportation, Civil Engineering
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Establishing Relationships, Ethics and Values