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The St. Louis County Government Department of Transportation is seeking a Project Manager I, II, III in the Planning and Programming section of the Project Development Division. This position will share responsibilities in transportation system improvement studies, development of transportation concept plans, development of transportation system policy, development of transportation system standards, reviewing pavement ratings, maintaining street attribute data in GIS, assist with support of funding applications, and updates to GIS mapping. The position will be based out of the Department of Transportation/Public Works offices in Creve Coeur. The qualifications of the selected individual will determine whether the position is filled at level I, II or III. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits The annual starting salary ranges for each position level are: Project Manager I: $61,193 - $73,424 Project Manager II $65,790 - $78,956 Project Manager III: $70,720 - $84,864 St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service . Engineer/Transportation Planner Essential Function Examples: • Operate the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) based Asset Management System software. • Manage pavement rating program. • Manage external traffic study review and approval along with internal traffic study preparation. • Assist in internal concept plan development. • Provide engineering support (analysis for planning studies and design projects) for external concept plan and permit review. • Conduct research and provide record management. • Assist in development and maintenance of Develop and maintain an ongoing, prioritized plan of proposed pavement rehabilitation, pavement preservation and ADA improvement projects that meet the Department's budget constraints and anticipated federal funding availability. • Provide support in developing the Department's 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan by aligning projected revenue with the Department's prioritized plan of improvements. • Assist in planning studies and other engineering projects as needed. • Perform other duties as assigned. Requires proficiency in common transportation engineering software. Experience with ArcGIS, MicroStation, OpenRoads, Autoturn, Synchro and Microsoft Excel is preferred. Project Manager I: Candidates should possess one of the following: College Senior status in a Bachelor's Degree program in Civil Engineering or Architecture. Degree must be from an accredited college or university and conferred on or before agreed upon start date; if these parameters are not satisfied, any contingent offer of employment will be rescinded. OR Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or related Engineering field from an ABET accredited school. Progression to a Project Manager II will occur upon obtaining qualifications for the level II position. Project Manager II: Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and should have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and be registered as an Engineering Intern with the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors. Progression to a Project Manager III will occur upon obtaining qualifications for the level III position. Project Manager III: Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and should be a Registered Professional Engineer by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors; or a Registered Professional Architect by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors, and five years of practical experience. A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. HOW TO APPLY : Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis . We only accept On-line applications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY : The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy. St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429 Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966 An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax: (314) 615-7703 www.stlouiscountymo.gov
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