H8132 - Eng Tech Sr Permits Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking personnel to manage land use permits, inspect related works in VDOT right of way, and ensure compliance with plans and standards. You will document activities, assist field staff, and maintain comprehensive project records.

Responsibilities include reviewing subdivision streets for state system acceptance, coordinating inspections, and applying policies from MUTCD and VDOT manuals.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret VDOT Road and Bridge standards and specifications.
• Ability to obtain necessary materials certifications within first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Issue Land Use Permits: review and process permit applications for work within VDOT right of way.
• Inspect permit work to ensure conformity to plans and permit requirements.
• Document and enter required data such as work orders and schedules.
• Maintain project records and reports in accordance with guidelines.
• Review new subdivision streets for acceptance and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Oral & written comms

Read plans

Computer skills

Education

Civil Engineering background

Tools

MUTCD

Work Area Protection Manual

Road Design Manual

VDOT Standards & Specs

Access Management Regulations

Job description

Job Description

Perform special duties as assigned. Review, inspect and process new street additions and county bond projects and additions into the State Secondary System. Review, approve, process, issue and inspect work activities under permit, i.e. private and commercial entrance permits, utility permits and land use permits, to ensure compliance with agency standards and specifications and to ensure safety of the traveling public where permit work is taking place.

How You Will Contribute

• Issue Land Use Permits : Issue and process permit applications for work within VDOT right of way. Inspect permit work to ensure conformity to plans and special provisions and requirements of the land use permit manual. Meet with applicants in the field, review project work zones and review and determine bond estimates. Provide technical expertise in onsite evaluation of elements such as sight distance, stopping sight distance, geometry, drainage pipe requirements, locations and size, percent of grade, sub-grade stabilization and surface.
• Perform duties as assigned. :
• Project Documentation : Document, enter and complete required data such as work orders, schedules, or records. Provide technical assistance to field staff and contractors and provide training.
• Records Maintenance : Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas. Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies.
• Review and inspect new subdivision streets : Perform final inspection and handle assemblies for acceptance of streets into state system and submit completed package to Central Office for processing. Plan and coordinate phase inspections during construction and post installation inspections. Review, approve, and process abandonments and discontinuances.
• Review site plans, special use permits, rezoning requests, and land divisions : Check plats for administrative approval by county planning. Conduct onsite field review with owner or owner's agents. Communicate with citizens, public officials, state employees and business representatives.
• Technical Assistance : Address questions, policies and procedures related to assigned program area. Provide support to field personnel. Provide guidance related to VDOT policy and standards.
• Time Management : Demonstrate knowledge of all project activities and deliverables. Manage time to ensure project work is completed efficiently and within timeframes established by supervisor. Inform supervisor in a timely manner regarding issues which may affect the scheduled completion of an assignment.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans and sketches.
• Knowledge of highway construction and roadway maintenance procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to interpret VDOT Road and Bridge standards and specifications, VA Work Area Protection manual, Access Management and Land Use Permit Regulations, and Subdivision Street Requirements.
• Ability to obtain necessary materials certifications needed within first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, road construction plans, property plats, utility plans and sketches.
• Knowledge of highway construction and roadway maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of land use permitting processes and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, or related field desired.
• Experience in roadway construction and maintenance activities.
• Experience working with MUTCD, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, Road Design Manual, VDOT Road and Bridge Standards and Specifications, Access Management Regulations and Land Use Manual.
• Possession of certifications required for position.

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

About Us

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:

• Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
• DMV Record Check
• Work History Verification
• References
• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screen