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Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2023-00892
Department: Public Works - Traffic & Parking Services
Division: PW Transp Field Ops Admin
Opening Date: 12/22/2023
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CEN
Position Description
Perform a variety of high level Professional Engineering tasks in coordinating major tasks for the Public Work's Department.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office setting
Required Qualifications
MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
MINUMUM EXPERIENCE:
Five years experience performing engineering work, including one year experience as a Registered Professional Engineer
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota or ability to be licensed in Minnesota within 6 months.
EQUIVALENCY:
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Public Works Engineers Unit For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire upon hire or one month after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
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Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
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Describe your experience providing project management and coordination for construction projects and/or repair efforts.
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Describe your background and knowledge of Vision Zero. What experience do you have with Vision Zero programming and implementation?
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Describe your experience designing and implementing traffic signal, street lighting, or ITS construction projects.
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Describe your experience with traffic modeling, signal timing, signal controllers, and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS).
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Provide an example of a project you successfully managed and explain how you achieved this.
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Describe your experience communicating with elected officials, project stakeholders, and the public.
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Describe your knowledge of the Minneapolis Transportation Action Plan and how you would use it working within Minneapolis Public Works.
Required Question
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2023-00892
Department: Public Works - Traffic & Parking Services
Division: PW Transp Field Ops Admin
Opening Date: 12/22/2023
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CEN
Position Description
Perform a variety of high level Professional Engineering tasks in coordinating major tasks for the Public Work's Department.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct planning and programming efforts involved with a five-year Capital Improvement Program
- Lead or assist Traffic Management Center staff by analyzing signal timing, performing traffic modeling, and implementing timing changes with Advanced Traffic Management software.
- Perform research and analysis of structures, pavement, and equipment and makes recommendations for repair and/or replacement.
- Provide Professional Engineering expertise to construction projects and/or repair efforts.
- Manage all aspects of projects, including budget, scope, rationale, definition, allocation of resources, cost management, and reporting.
- Manage a cost center within the Public Works Department, preparing and administering a budget and supervising staff assigned to the unit.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed plans and specifications for construction projects.
- Monitor job costs and may adjust project work to meet budget requirements.
- Take responsibility for staffing and supervising work crews engaged in construction and repair work.
- Coordinate division engineer construction, maintenance, inspection, permitting, and other work with other divisions of the Public Works Department and with private utilities.
- May act in the capacity of a general foreman as required on construction and repair projects.
- Communicate projects and initiatives to elected officials, key stakeholders, project partners, and residents.
- May take lead role in public relations effort regarding some activities occurring in the Public Work's Department.
- Perform related high level Professional Engineering and administrative duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office setting
Required Qualifications
MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
MINUMUM EXPERIENCE:
Five years experience performing engineering work, including one year experience as a Registered Professional Engineer
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota or ability to be licensed in Minnesota within 6 months.
EQUIVALENCY:
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Public Works Engineers Unit For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire upon hire or one month after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of City Government and departmental principles, policies and practices.
- Knowledge of traffic and transportation engineering principles and analysis techniques
- Knowledge of traffic signal operations and signal timing
- Considerable knowledge of the design techniques and civil engineering principles, practices and their applications.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and City Ordinances and States that apply to the area assigned.
- Knowledge of City Government and departmental principles, policies and practices.
- Knowledge of budgeting, report preparation and administrative procedures.
- Knowledge of the bidding process, contract management and contract administration.
- Knowledge of computer usage, software and applications.
- Ability to organize and supervise subordinate staff.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good analytical skills.
- Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
- Recruiter
- City of Minneapolis website
- City of Minneapolis employee
- City of Minneapolis job interest card
- City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Diversityjobs.com website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- Indeed.com website
- Minnesotajobs.com website
- Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website
- Other website
- Other social media site
- Newspaper
- Other media
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job Fair
- Professional association
- Site Visit
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Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
03
Describe your experience providing project management and coordination for construction projects and/or repair efforts.
04
Describe your background and knowledge of Vision Zero. What experience do you have with Vision Zero programming and implementation?
05
Describe your experience designing and implementing traffic signal, street lighting, or ITS construction projects.
06
Describe your experience with traffic modeling, signal timing, signal controllers, and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS).
07
Provide an example of a project you successfully managed and explain how you achieved this.
08
Describe your experience communicating with elected officials, project stakeholders, and the public.
09
Describe your knowledge of the Minneapolis Transportation Action Plan and how you would use it working within Minneapolis Public Works.
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