DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address: Utilities and Railroads
205 S. 17th Ave
Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary: $90,699.96 - $100,699.96 
Anticipated Salary: $95,699.96

Grade: 27

Closing Date: December 19th, 2024

- Supervise all activities for researching, preparing and reviewing utility and railroad agreements and clearances for projects under the statewide highways jurisdiction.
- Manage the Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) On-call contracts.
- Develop and provide guidance on the use of SUE application on all projects.
- Monitor compliance of SUE activities as per CI/ASCE 38-02 guidelines.
- Research and Incorporate new and proven SUE Technologies to support migration of project construction documents into e-format.
- Review all information necessary to complete contractual elements of assigned projects accurately and expeditiously.
- Monitor and develop project development and organization procedures, processes and activities for consistency and continuity.
- Participate in identifying and implement process improvements and developing related performance measurements.
- Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture.
- Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Provides direction for all activities for research, prepares & reviews utility and railroad agreements and clearances. Oversees the work of engineering staff to assure work conformance to the project development process. Assures assigned work adheres to project requirements for producing quality products including coordination activities and project schedules.

Manages the Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) On-call contracts. Develops and provides guidance on the use of SUE application on all projects. Monitors compliance of SUE activities as per CI/ASCE 38-02 guidelines. Researches and Incorporates new and proven SUE Technologies to support migration of project construction documents into e-format.

Makes task assignments consistent with department program delivery needs and provides guidance prioritizing work tasks and assignments. Reviews work done by staff and/or consultants, monitors staff assigned work to assure meeting project requirements. Coordinates activities with other ADOT offices and outside agencies like utility and railroad companies and FHWA.

Provides direction and guidance to resolve problems that arise in connection with assigned tasks. Engage in process improvements, measures performance.

Hires new employees, approves leave request, and evaluates performance of subordinates. Provides on the job training for staff. Oversee the administrative staff of the section.

Performs utility coordination and prepares utility agreements on complex projects and others as needed.

Supervise developing and maintaining databases and generating reports. My drive a state vehicle in the course and scope of state business.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge:
-Working knowledge of the principles, methods, practices and techniques of Civil Engineering
-Knowledge of state laws, federal regulations and agency standards, policies and procedures per training to utility, railroad and highway design development and construction
-Knowledge of the preparation of construction specifications related to utility and railroad usses
-Working knowledge of utility and railroad clearance issues and methods of utility construction
-Familiarity and ADOT procedure, practices and business law as it relates to the preparation and writing of legal contracts & agreements

Skill:
-Supervising staff effectively
-Managing programs effectively
-Written and verbal communications
-Interpersonal relations with staff and customers
-Masking decisions
-Effective office administration operations and techniques
-Reading and interpreting roadway construction plans
-Computer applications

Ability:
-Plan, organize, analyze and coordinate activities
-Manage time effectively
-Establish priorities and delegate work and responsibilities
-Manage multiple projects simultaneously
-Grasp and define essential issues to address
-Recognize potential problems and resolve them
-Negotiate contracts
-Interpret and generate computer based reports
-Travel statewide including periodic overnight trips
-Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field plus supervisory experience.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Registered as a professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or eligible or eligible for reciprocity and two years engineering experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer I.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.