State ITS Engineer (Pce II)

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: May 2, 2024

Kansas Department of Transportation

KDOT's mission is to provide a safe, reliable, innovative statewide transportation system that works for all Kansans today and in the future. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!

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About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone

• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

• Full/Part-time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Work Schedule: Monday

• Friday

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

• Search Keywords: Topeka, ITS, Eisenhower State Office Building

Compensation:

• Annual Base Salary: $84,962.40 - $96,500.00

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications

Employment Benefits:

• Work-Life Balance Programs:

• Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty

• Employee Assistance Program

• For help managing daily life at no cost to you

• Infant at Work Program

• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• First-Day Coverage:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vison Insurance

• Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans

• Life Insurance:

• Employer paid basic group life

• Additional optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.

• Retirement:

• KPERS and Deferred Compensation

• Other Benefits:

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid school time

• Paid on-the-job training programs.

• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities

• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

• And more!

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This position assists the Bureau Chief in managing the Bureau of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) including policy implementation, construction oversight, device maintenance and coordination of the ITS activities of the Bureau with other agencies, jurisdictions, and states. This position promotes, coordinates, facilitates, and assists with all ITS activities for KDOT.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts research of ITS technologies, national policies, standards, and funding

• Serves as the focal point and clearinghouse for ITS programs, projects, and activities.

• Promotes the use of ITS technologies for urban, rural, and Commercial Vehicle Operations (CVO) applications.

• Provides ITS information to KDOT, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), other states and municipalities, and the public to improve the safety and efficiency of the transportation system.

• Oversees management and coordination of the statewide Traffic Incident Management program to promote more efficient rural and metro crash clearance, improve roadway safety, and reduce congestion.

• Oversees the operation of the statewide WichWay Traffic Management Center (TMC) and ITS activities in the Wichita metropolitan area.

• Oversees the Kansas City Scout Traffic Management Center (TMC) and implementation of ITS in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

• Directs the development of construction plans, specifications, and estimates produced by consulting engineers for statewide deployment of ITS systems to ensure work products meet ITS specifications and standards to allow efficient operation of ITS field devices and reduce ITS maintenance costs.

• Manages, administers, and reviews the ITS operating and ITS set-aside budgets. Conducts research to develop issue papers for ITS programs.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Six years of experience in Systems Engineering, Traffic Signal Systems, or Transportation Engineering, including three years of ITS (Intelligent Transportation System) planning and implementation work.

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Proficiency in the use of computer equipment and programs including Bluebeam, Outlook, Access, Excel and Word and familiarity with Micro Station.

• Valid Driver's License upon hire

Education

• Graduate from an ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering school.

• Professional Engineer's license in the state of Kansas within 1 year of hiring date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ITS equipment and/or communications systems (cellular, fiber, wireless); Experience with FHWA Systems Engineering Process (Concept of Operations, ITS Architecture) and managing multimillion dollar construction budget.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements

• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .

If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785)296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Dayton Bossard

• Email: KDOT.HQ.JobApps@ks.gov

• Phone: (785) 296-6749

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• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.