Reference #: 5161066
THE POSITION
If you are a civil engineering professional eager to advance your career within the Commonwealth, Engineering District 5-0 has an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently on the lookout for candidates to fill the role of Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, specifically as the Team Leader for our Bridge Inspection Team. In this pivotal position, you will oversee a dedicated team responsible for conducting thorough safety inspections of bridges across various counties, including Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill. Your work will be guided by the National Bridge Inspection Standards as well as departmental regulations, ensuring that existing structures are evaluated meticulously for safety and compliance. This role not only offers the chance to lead a team but also to play a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of our transportation infrastructure.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, the employee is tasked with overseeing Transportation Construction Inspectors who are responsible for evaluating the quality of materials and workmanship involved in bridge construction projects. The work encompasses a thorough examination of existing bridges, focusing on critical elements such as structural members, foundations, supports, and all associated components. Additionally, this position entails meticulous documentation of inspection and testing processes, as well as the results obtained. The employee will prepare comprehensive reports and action plans to address any identified deficiencies, ensuring that all records are accurately maintained within the Bridge Management System (BMS2). Collaboration is key, as the role involves working alongside various construction and heavy equipment, coordinating efforts with county, state, and local personnel, as well as contractors. Furthermore, the employee is expected to exercise independent judgment to make informed technical decisions on-site, ensuring that all aspects of the construction process adhere to established standards and regulations.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
This position may require travel and overtime as needed.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on ad-hoc basis upon successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Condition of Employment:
This position is required to meet the qualifications for a bridge inspection team leader as defined by the current National Bridge Inspection Standards.
This position requires possession of a valid non- commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
