Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
FL, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, or a closely related field, and one year of professional planning experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum requirements listed. Successful completion of all applicable background checks is required. Position Summary This is responsible, professional planning work supporting transportation planning activities, agency coordination, performance monitoring, and providing technical assistance to the TPO Executive Director and senior staff in the assessment and development of multimodal transportation plans, studies, and projects. The employee in this position serves as the recording clerk for the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Advisory Committees and supports TPO senior staff through the use of innovative research and analysis techniques to promote the TPO's major programs, plans, and projects, such as the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), and Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and federally mandated plans and activities. This position's work includes, but is not limited to, coordinating auto, freight, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and trail system planning with partner agencies and federal and state agencies. The employee in this position works closely with local governments, transportation providers, public and private advocacy groups, neighborhoods, and local constituents. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. COMPETENCIES: •Effective communication •Attention to detail •Relationship building •Time management •Self-direction •Problem solving Examples of Duties Provides board and staff support, including preparing meeting agenda packets and minutes. This includes attending meetings of the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Board, Advisory Committees, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, and the Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS) Board. May be asked to prepare and give presentations and respond to the direction of the Board and Committees. Assists with the development and implementation of federally and state-mandated documents, including the List of Priority Projects (LOPP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Public Participation Plan (PPP), Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), and other transportation planning products. Participates in the collection, analysis, and monitoring of transportation system performance data and research and tabulate socio-economic and demographic data by traffic analysis zones (TAZ) from local and US Census sources to develop and report on performance measures and targets and works with senior staff to report system performance. Serves as a liaison to local jurisdictions and works with the City of Gainesville, Alachua County, and Gainesville RTS staff to support transportation and transit objectives. Supports public engagement efforts, including attending public meetings and meetings with transportation partners.Provides general planning support and functions, including preparing maps, presentations, visualization tools, and other required documents and reviewing and analyzing projects and reports. Assists in the preparation and participation of public information meetings and hearings. Performs other duties as needed. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed allocated to this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's): Knowledge of transportation planning principles, practices, and methods. Knowledge of federal and state metropolitan planning requirements and regulations. Knowledge of multimodal transportation systems, including roadways, bicycles, pedestrians, and transit networks. Knowledge of community engagement techniques and public involvement strategies. Knowledge of data sources related to transportation planning (traffic counts, transit data, safety data, census data, etc.). Skill in coordinating meetings, presentations, agendas, and project tasks. Skill in using planning and analytical software (e.g., GIS, Excel, data dashboards). Skill in using presentation tools and graphic preparation software (PowerPoint, Adobe tools, etc.). Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret transportation data and performance measures. Ability to create, interpret, and present maps using GIS or comparable tools. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, regional, and local agencies, community leaders, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including public speaking, delivering effective presentations, and preparing written reports and memoranda. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently required to talk or hear and occasionally required to be mobile. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions and the risk of electrical shock. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather. This work is primarily performed in an office setting. Light travel is required throughout Alachua County and beyond. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Desired but not required: Local, state, or federal planning experience American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification Experience in developing grant applications and understanding of grant requirements Experience in public participation and agency coordination Other acceptable related education/professional experience: Master’s degree in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, transportation studies, or a closely related field. City Engineering Civil Engineering Willing to consider an Associate's degree with 3 years of transportation planning experience. Not eligible for trainee status. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, or a closely related field, and one year of professional planning experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum requirements listed. Successful completion of all applicable background checks is required. Position Summary This is responsible, professional planning work supporting transportation planning activities, agency coordination, performance monitoring, and providing technical assistance to the TPO Executive Director and senior staff in the assessment and development of multimodal transportation plans, studies, and projects. The employee in this position serves as the recording clerk for the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Advisory Committees and supports TPO senior staff through the use of innovative research and analysis techniques to promote the TPO's major programs, plans, and projects, such as the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), and Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and federally mandated plans and activities. This position's work includes, but is not limited to, coordinating auto, freight, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and trail system planning with partner agencies and federal and state agencies. The employee in this position works closely with local governments, transportation providers, public and private advocacy groups, neighborhoods, and local constituents. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. COMPETENCIES: •Effective communication •Attention to detail •Relationship building •Time management •Self-direction •Problem solving Examples of Duties Provides board and staff support, including preparing meeting agenda packets and minutes. This includes attending meetings of the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Board, Advisory Committees, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, and the Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS) Board. May be asked to prepare and give presentations and respond to the direction of the Board and Committees. Assists with the development and implementation of federally and state-mandated documents, including the List of Priority Projects (LOPP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Public Participation Plan (PPP), Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), and other transportation planning products. Participates in the collection, analysis, and monitoring of transportation system performance data and research and tabulate socio-economic and demographic data by traffic analysis zones (TAZ) from local and US Census sources to develop and report on performance measures and targets and works with senior staff to report system performance. Serves as a liaison to local jurisdictions and works with the City of Gainesville, Alachua County, and Gainesville RTS staff to support transportation and transit objectives. Supports public engagement efforts, including attending public meetings and meetings with transportation partners.Provides general planning support and functions, including preparing maps, presentations, visualization tools, and other required documents and reviewing and analyzing projects and reports. Assists in the preparation and participation of public information meetings and hearings. Performs other duties as needed. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed allocated to this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's): Knowledge of transportation planning principles, practices, and methods. Knowledge of federal and state metropolitan planning requirements and regulations. Knowledge of multimodal transportation systems, including roadways, bicycles, pedestrians, and transit networks. Knowledge of community engagement techniques and public involvement strategies. Knowledge of data sources related to transportation planning (traffic counts, transit data, safety data, census data, etc.). Skill in coordinating meetings, presentations, agendas, and project tasks. Skill in using planning and analytical software (e.g., GIS, Excel, data dashboards). Skill in using presentation tools and graphic preparation software (PowerPoint, Adobe tools, etc.). Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret transportation data and performance measures. Ability to create, interpret, and present maps using GIS or comparable tools. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, regional, and local agencies, community leaders, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including public speaking, delivering effective presentations, and preparing written reports and memoranda. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently required to talk or hear and occasionally required to be mobile. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions and the risk of electrical shock. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather. This work is primarily performed in an office setting. Light travel is required throughout Alachua County and beyond. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Desired but not required: Local, state, or federal planning experience American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification Experience in developing grant applications and understanding of grant requirements Experience in public participation and agency coordination Other acceptable related education/professional experience: Master’s degree in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, transportation studies, or a closely related field. City Engineering Civil Engineering Willing to consider an Associate's degree with 3 years of transportation planning experience. Not eligible for trainee status. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Montgomery County, MD Government - Department of Transportation
Gaithersburg, MD, USA
Chief Engineer (Manager II, Grade M2)
Montgomery County Government
Department of Transportation
Gaithersburg, MD
Salary Range: $110,403.00 - $191,406.00
WHO WE ARE
MCDOT’ s mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County. MCDOT supports its residents, commuters, and visitors with infrastructure and transit options that provide seamless transportation services to the public.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
MCDOT seeks a highly motivated professional engineer with diverse transportation engineering expertise to serve as the Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) Chief Engineer and lead subject matter expert in all transportation planning, engineering, and construction matters.
This is a new position and role in MCDOT. Previously, the Chief of the Division of Transportation Engineering served as both the organizational leader and the County’s chief transportation engineer. These roles have been divided into 2 separate positions, wherein the Division Chief will focus on organizational leadership, culture, process improvement, and ensuring adherence to project delivery and budget. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for technical engineering oversight, quality control and assurance, and continually improving the County’s transportation design standards to keep pace with the evolution of the Department from strictly a road-building organization to one that meets the safety and mobility needs of all users of our transportation system.
What You’ll Be Doing
The selected individual will provide technical direction and oversight for all MCDOT projects involving planning, engineering, and construction activities, including being the responsible Engineer-of-Record and making key decisions that have a significant impact on project and program delivery, as well as impacts utilities, right-of-way, and stakeholder engagement. Primary duties include:
Approve engineering plans, documents, and special exemptions to approved standards for all County transportation projects, including participation in project plans and peer reviews, ensuring quality control so that all MCDOT projects comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
Develop, maintain, and modify the County’s transportation engineering standards utilizing research on current trends and industry best practices in transportation.
Coordinate and provide technical engineering training and professional development curriculum for transportation engineers, planners, and construction managers to ensure the workforce is well trained in all technical aspects, as well as project and program delivery.
Provide oversight for the Materials Testing Laboratory, including quality assurance for materials used to construct transportation projects in the County.
Provide technical engineering and strategic advice to the Director, Chief Administrative Officer, and County Executive on transportation engineering matters.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline.
Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or related field, three (3) years of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted (no exception for the Professional Engineering license)
License: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Maryland, and/or ability to obtain by reciprocity within 1 year AND Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with licensure and experience in the following areas:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or related field
Variety and depth of experience in various engineering disciplines related to transportation capital projects, including but not limited to roadway design, structures, and stormwater management.
Project leadership that demonstrates knowledge of relevant Federal, State and County laws and regulations pertaining to the planning, design, construction and property acquisition for transportation capital projects.
Experience with projects utilizing traditional and innovative project delivery methods.
Experience with quality assurance and quality control programs
Development and maintenance of engineering standards and best practices
Communicating with and making presentations to the public, elected officials and senior managers in support of projects
**Relevant experience in these areas must be detailed on your resume. **
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, click here http://bit.ly/3ChrVI5
please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com ,
click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Chief Engineer
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This recruitment will close on February 18, 2025
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Chief Engineer (Manager II, Grade M2)
Montgomery County Government
Department of Transportation
Gaithersburg, MD
Salary Range: $110,403.00 - $191,406.00
WHO WE ARE
MCDOT’ s mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County. MCDOT supports its residents, commuters, and visitors with infrastructure and transit options that provide seamless transportation services to the public.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
MCDOT seeks a highly motivated professional engineer with diverse transportation engineering expertise to serve as the Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) Chief Engineer and lead subject matter expert in all transportation planning, engineering, and construction matters.
This is a new position and role in MCDOT. Previously, the Chief of the Division of Transportation Engineering served as both the organizational leader and the County’s chief transportation engineer. These roles have been divided into 2 separate positions, wherein the Division Chief will focus on organizational leadership, culture, process improvement, and ensuring adherence to project delivery and budget. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for technical engineering oversight, quality control and assurance, and continually improving the County’s transportation design standards to keep pace with the evolution of the Department from strictly a road-building organization to one that meets the safety and mobility needs of all users of our transportation system.
What You’ll Be Doing
The selected individual will provide technical direction and oversight for all MCDOT projects involving planning, engineering, and construction activities, including being the responsible Engineer-of-Record and making key decisions that have a significant impact on project and program delivery, as well as impacts utilities, right-of-way, and stakeholder engagement. Primary duties include:
Approve engineering plans, documents, and special exemptions to approved standards for all County transportation projects, including participation in project plans and peer reviews, ensuring quality control so that all MCDOT projects comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
Develop, maintain, and modify the County’s transportation engineering standards utilizing research on current trends and industry best practices in transportation.
Coordinate and provide technical engineering training and professional development curriculum for transportation engineers, planners, and construction managers to ensure the workforce is well trained in all technical aspects, as well as project and program delivery.
Provide oversight for the Materials Testing Laboratory, including quality assurance for materials used to construct transportation projects in the County.
Provide technical engineering and strategic advice to the Director, Chief Administrative Officer, and County Executive on transportation engineering matters.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline.
Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or related field, three (3) years of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted (no exception for the Professional Engineering license)
License: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Maryland, and/or ability to obtain by reciprocity within 1 year AND Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with licensure and experience in the following areas:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or related field
Variety and depth of experience in various engineering disciplines related to transportation capital projects, including but not limited to roadway design, structures, and stormwater management.
Project leadership that demonstrates knowledge of relevant Federal, State and County laws and regulations pertaining to the planning, design, construction and property acquisition for transportation capital projects.
Experience with projects utilizing traditional and innovative project delivery methods.
Experience with quality assurance and quality control programs
Development and maintenance of engineering standards and best practices
Communicating with and making presentations to the public, elected officials and senior managers in support of projects
**Relevant experience in these areas must be detailed on your resume. **
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, click here http://bit.ly/3ChrVI5
please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com ,
click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Chief Engineer
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This recruitment will close on February 18, 2025
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
