Engineer I - III (Highway Construction P... - Urgent Role

We are searching for a driven Engineer I - III (Highway Construction P... to join our stellar team at South Dakota State Government in Brookings, SD.
Growing your career as a Full Time Engineer I - III (Highway Construction P... is a terrific opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in creativity, adaptability and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Engineer I - III (Highway Construction P... at South Dakota State Government today!

Job Description

*** $2,500 Hiring Incentive! ***
Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring Incentive Job ID: 22491
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Brookings
Salary: $28.40 - $35.80 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: E1 - E3
Closing Date: 04/14/2023 This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation, please visit . This position performs contract administration on a variety of small to moderately complex projects, such as reconstruction projects, structures, portland cement concrete paving projects, and asphalt paving projects. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing project documents; compiling, analyzing, and preparing project information and data; developing preliminary design plans; reviewing plans and plats; developing final, complete project plans; providing technical guidance to peers, managers, subordinates, and/or external entities; attending and providing training; reviewing the work of others; inspecting materials; inspecting contractor's work; providing information to the public, other government agencies, internally, the media, and the private sector; planning and assigning work; and providing staff guidance and support. A typical 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, can be expected; although, hours may vary during construction activity, including weekends. Work activity will involve both an office environment and an outdoor environment. Outdoor work involves working outdoors in all weather and around traffic. What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:

• Hiring Incentive
• Health Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)
• Well-Being Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)
• Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
• Leave:
• Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
• Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
• Paid Family Leave (24 hours per week for eight weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
• Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Semimonthly Pay Periods
• Eligibility for Meal Per Diems
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Overtime

The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Engineer is approximately $79,651.00 annually. Licenses and Certifications:
Currently have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering OR graduate in the Spring of 2023 with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering for entry-level position. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Only applicants with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field will be considered. Work experience related to road and bridge construction preferred. Knowledge of:

• civil engineering highway and bridge construction theories, principles, and design practices;
• basic practices and terminology of computer operations and computer aided design and drafting practices;
• construction materials (preferred but not required);
• construction contract administration (preferred but not required);
• Department of Transportation policies and procedures (preferred but not required);

Skill to:

• operate computers, use Microsoft software, and other related software;
• operate survey equipment and perform the necessary calculations;
• communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to:

• display high standards of ethical conduct;
• demonstrate self-confidence and take action when needed;
• attend to all details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
• listen attentively to others and clearly convey information and ideas;
• develop expertise by actively identifying development needs, taking advantage of development opportunities, and applying newly learned knowledge and skills on the job;
• treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
• exercise sound judgment when making decisions and take prompt, decisive action;
• actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events;
• display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
• set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of project and assignments;
• work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
• safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
• walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time;
• routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: . This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: View phone number on kelolandemployment.com Email: View email address on kelolandemployment.com "An Equal Opportunity Employer"

Benefits of working as a Engineer I - III (Highway Construction P... in Brookings, SD:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Attractive package