State of Michigan

Engineer Manager Licensed 15 (Associate Region Engineer of Operations) - North Region

State of Michigan  •  $100k - $148k/yr  •  Onsite  •  19 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 5901-26-NR-16-EML15-OPS-JH

Department: Transportation

Job classification: Engineer Manager-Licensed 15

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, Transportation, Management

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This position functions as second-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area, assisting the Region Engineer in administering the Region which includes administering and directing all activities of the Operations Section of the Region Office. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, overseeing and assigning the available resources to accomplish the work; selecting, training, and mentoring staff in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and policies; identifying, implementing, and fostering open communications within the Region, Transportation Service Centers (TSC), and central office; and monitoring productivity, accomplishments, expenditures, and conformance to department policies and guidelines and Region objectives. This section is responsible for Region administration and oversight in the areas of construction, operations, bridge management, maintenance, and emergency operations. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license to perform field reviews.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Engineer Manager Licensed 15 position.

For additional information, please see the links below:

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

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Examples of duties

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering.

Experience
Six years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager Licensed 12, or Engineering Licensed Specialist 12; two years equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineering Specialist 13, Engineer Manager Licensed 13, or Engineering Licensed Specialist 13; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 14, Engineering Specialist 14, Engineer Manager Licensed 14, or Engineering Licensed Specialist 14.

Supplemental information

To be considered for this position you must:

  • Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain it throughout employment in the position.
  • Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan and maintain it throughout employment in the position.
  • If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here 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 National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

View the classification specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EngineerManager.pdf

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

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.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact MDOT-OHR@michigan.gov

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About State of Michigan

Every day the contributions and achievements of State of Michigan employees have a direct impact on over 10 million Michiganders across the state. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in state government that can make a real difference in the lives of others, you can find your place working with us. We have opportunities in a number of career pathways, including, but not limited to, business and administrative support, education and human services, IT and computers, medical and healthcare, natural resources, law enforcement and public safety, skilled trades and more.

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- Opportunity to make a difference

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- Flexible alternative and remote work schedules

- Tuition discounts and student loan forgiveness

- Professional development/training

- Employee discount plan

With positions in over 18 state departments, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the State of Michigan.

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Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Lansing, Michigan
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