Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 (Bridge Inspector/Structure Mgmt) University Region

This position works directly with the Region Bridge Engineer in the coordination of the bridge program in the University Region and is the regionwide resource for managing bridge related information in the University Region. This position is integral in the development of the Annual Bridge Call for Projects; therefore, the responsibilities include: providing program and project expertise, bridge inspection, bridge project scoping, field reviews, quality assurance, and quality control to deliver the region bridge program in partnership with the Departments Bureau of Bridges and Structures, region, Transportation Service Centers (TSCs), and Federal Highway Association (FHWA). This position responds to emergencies caused by vehicles hitting structures and provides technical assistance to the region and statewide field personnel regarding repairs. This position assists the Region Bridge Engineer in the formulation of annual bridge maintenance/repair priorities and oversees the completion of Bridge Request for Actions (RFA). This position also serves as project manager in the administration of consultant bridge scoping and bridge inspection contracts.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 position.

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• Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 position description

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Education
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.

Experience
Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including two years equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11 or one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 12 or Transportation Engineer Licensed 12.

To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid driver's license.

• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the
• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.
• Possess status as a Qualified Team Leader or possession within one year of the date of appointment. QTL status includes:
  • Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
  • Successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last 5 years.
  • Successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last 2 years.

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All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

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