Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Supervisor III (NS)

Position Number

60029425

Grade

NC23

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

INTERNAL POSTING-Only temporary or permanent NCDOT employees or layoff candidates with the North Carolina Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by GS 126 May Apply.

The Environmental Analysis Unit supports development of sustainable transportation infrastructure that minimizes impacts on the human and natural environment.

The purpose of this position is to supervise and manage the Mitigation Group within the Environmental Analysis Unit. The primary responsibilities of the group include the planning, design, construction, performance monitoring, and stewardship of NCDOT on-site stream, wetland, and buffer mitigation sites, statewide. Additionally, this position is responsible for on-site mitigation right of way acquisitions, encroachments affecting existing mitigation sites, quantifying indirect and cumulative impacts, management of the EAU mitigation geodatabase, and the procurement of mitigation credits from NC Division of Mitigation Services and private mitigation providers.

In this role you will:

•Supervise staff that manage all aspects of the Department’s stream, buffer and wetland mitigation programs.
•Manage and supervise the Department’s On-site Mitigation Monitoring and Stewardship Programs.
•Manage on-site mitigation right of way acquisition, encroachments affecting existing sites, and quantifying indirect and cumulative impacts related to the State Transportation Improvement Program.
•Manage Private Engineering Firms Contracts involving scope of work, estimates, project management tasks, scheduling, budgets, invoicing, and evaluations.
•Coordinate and communicate with State and Federal Environmental Agencies with regards to permit compliance related to the Departments On-site Mitigation Program.
•Assist Unit management with regards to group budgets, special projects, and other assignments.

Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC23 $81,620.00 - $159,158.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience with the principals and practices of natural sciences and environmental engineering, as they apply to natural stream, wetland, and buffer planning, acquisition, design, construction, and monitoring.

• Knowledge of Federal and State laws pertaining to environmental matters (specifically Compensatory Mitigation), as well as Federal Highway Administration regulations pertaining to other aspects of highway planning, design, and construction. 
• Experience managing the planning, design, construction, and performance monitoring of Compensatory Mitigation Sites to meet State and Federal Permitting Requirements.
• Knowledge of indirect and cumulative impacts assessment methodologies, environmental impact projections, credit tracking and allocation, and mitigation procurement processes through NC Division of Mitigation Services and Private Mitigation Banks.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including three (3) years of supervisory; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Phagan Joe Hudson

Email:

[email protected]