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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00453
Department: 045-WYDOT-Engineering & Planning - Highway Development - Project Development
Opening Date: 03/14/2024
Closing Date: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. It is currently seeking a Design Assistant.
The purpose of the position is to provide a work-study program for undergraduates interested in continuing their education while simultaneously working part-time on a WYDOT design team. Selected candidates are provided with training in highway design's fundamental principles and techniques, and actual design experience. They are encouraged to continue their employment with the Wyoming Department of Transportation upon graduation.
This position offers:
**$1,000 HIRING Bonus** See notes for eligibility
Flexible work hours of 20-40 hours per week.
Human Resources Contact 307-777-4467
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those students with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the field of engineering.
**The offer of employment to the selected candidate is contingent upon full-time enrollment in the College of Engineering at the University of Wyoming for the Fall 2024 Semester.
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Transportation occupational group)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Transportation occupational group)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Alan Moore
WYDOT Design Squad
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Civil & Architectural Engineering & Construction Management, Dept. 3295
Laramie, WY 82071
Email:
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT - Engineering & Planning - Highway Development - Project Development
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(TNDE03) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Transportation Design? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Highway Construction Maintenance, professional experience in Department of Transportation as a professional Designer, Driller, Highway maintenance professional, photogrammetry/survey profession, staff technician, constructions and maintenance professional, utilities professional, right of way professional, transportation management center professional, or similar experience.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
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Do you have a minimum of 30 semester hours in the field of engineering or Construction Management?
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Are you enrolled full time in the College of Engineering & Physical Science at the University of Wyoming for the Fall 2024 Semester?
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(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00453
Department: 045-WYDOT-Engineering & Planning - Highway Development - Project Development
Opening Date: 03/14/2024
Closing Date: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. It is currently seeking a Design Assistant.
The purpose of the position is to provide a work-study program for undergraduates interested in continuing their education while simultaneously working part-time on a WYDOT design team. Selected candidates are provided with training in highway design's fundamental principles and techniques, and actual design experience. They are encouraged to continue their employment with the Wyoming Department of Transportation upon graduation.
This position offers:
**$1,000 HIRING Bonus** See notes for eligibility
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Flexible work hours of 20-40 hours per week.
Human Resources Contact 307-777-4467
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Prepares plan drawings and details for highway construction projects utilizing computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software
- Learns to use the current WYDOT CADD software, procedures, and basic drafting requirements to produce engineering drawings and details with extensive formal and on-the-job training
- Prints and reproduces plan drawings for distribution and peer review
- Researches as-constructed plans
- Maintains a filing system within the work area for design projects
- Incorporates quantity summary work as required to help designers meet project deadlines
- Participates in training on various computer software related to performing duties
- Maintains familiarization with department policies and procedures relative to drafting and engineering plan development and other areas in general
- Identifies and resolves problems by gathering or reviewing information gathered by others, analyzing and resolving problems, or recommending the solutions to designers and supervisor
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those students with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the field of engineering.
**The offer of employment to the selected candidate is contingent upon full-time enrollment in the College of Engineering at the University of Wyoming for the Fall 2024 Semester.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing
- Knowledge of communication and time management
- Knowledge of applying drafting skills in developing engineering detail sheet(s) that will eventually be compiled to complete a set of engineer contract documents
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Transportation occupational group)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Transportation occupational group)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods
- May work in adverse environmental conditions
- May work in close proximity to high-speed traffic
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about , including your rights and responsibilities.
- This is an entry-level position requiring no prior training or experience.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
- Design Squads students are not required to take any courses during the summer term but may take summer classes if they wish to do so.
- Design Squad students are required to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.25.
- Design Squad students selected in Spring 2024 can start work in the Design Squad as early as June 1, 2024, but must start no later than the first day of classes in the Fall 2024 Semester.
- After starting in the Design Squad, students are required to work year-round, including summers, for at least 80 hours in the calendar month.
- You must also submit a personal resume, transcripts of relevant course work, letter(s) of recommendation, and a personal statement (at least 1/2 page long) stating why the candidate is interested in the employment opportunity at the following mailing or email address or attached to the online application.
Alan Moore
WYDOT Design Squad
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Civil & Architectural Engineering & Construction Management, Dept. 3295
Laramie, WY 82071
Email:
- Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Temporary employees accepting a part time permanent position.
- Acceptance of a permanent part-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12 month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
- Temporary employees accepting a part time permanent position.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT - Engineering & Planning - Highway Development - Project Development
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(TNDE03) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Transportation Design? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Highway Construction Maintenance, professional experience in Department of Transportation as a professional Designer, Driller, Highway maintenance professional, photogrammetry/survey profession, staff technician, constructions and maintenance professional, utilities professional, right of way professional, transportation management center professional, or similar experience.)
- No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
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Do you have a minimum of 30 semester hours in the field of engineering or Construction Management?
- Yes
- No
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Are you enrolled full time in the College of Engineering & Physical Science at the University of Wyoming for the Fall 2024 Semester?
- Yes
- No
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(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resourses Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
09
(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where.
10
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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