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Transportation Specialist

State of Minnesota • Roseville, MN • 4h ago

Job Class: Transportation Specialist

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 92798

Location : Roseville

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 03/13/2026

Closing Date : 03/19/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME

Division/Unit : Metro / Equity Advancement Metro

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $28.16 - $38.40 / hourly; $58,798 - $80,179 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

Work Area : Roseville

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the Office of Advancing Equity (OAE) and support MnDOT's efforts to deliver transportation projects while expanding opportunities for local small businesses. OAE works to identify, develop, and package smaller-scope highway heavy transportation improvement projects, while increasing participation from local contractors. Through this work, OAE helps advance transportation improvements while supporting contractor capacity development.

In this role, you'll provide technical coordination and program delivery support for transportation projects administered through the Office of Advancing Equity (OAE). The position will apply established engineering standards, requirements, and MnDOT specifications to assist in project scoping, development, construction coordination, and compliance oversight. The role focuses on implementation, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring accessibility and transportation improvements and plans are delivered in accordance with Federal, State and local laws, requirements and standards.

Job Duties: Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

Provide technical support and coordination in the development and review of projects, designs, and construction plans to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with MnDOT standards.

Assist with design development and plan preparation for transportation and accessibility improvement projects using MnDOT design standards and specifications.

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and internal MnDOT offices to support project scoping, design review, and constructability considerations.

Document field observations and assist with project tracking, compliance verification, and construction coordination.

Apply MnDOT standards, design specifications, and contract administration practices to support project development and delivery activities.

Support training and skills development efforts to increase understanding of contract administration, design specifications, MnDOT requirements, and applicable State, Federal, and local standards among staff, contractors, and partners

Perform field inspections and construction support activities to verify work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety requirements.

This position is located at district headquarters in Roseville and has the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule that includes in office and teleworking time. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience performing preliminary design activities or related activities;

A combination of one year experience in any of the following areas: design, roadway or bridge construction, materials, soils, surveys, and/or right of way may substitute for year of experience performing preliminary design activities.

Note: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Driver's License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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