Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: February 27, 2023

Kansas Department of Transportation

KDOT provides a statewide transportation system to meet the needs of Kansas. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!

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Kansas Department of Transportation

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veteran Preference Eligible: Yes
• Search Keywords: Wamego, Construction, Engineer

Compensation:

• Annual Base Salary: $60,382.40

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications

Employment Benefits:

• Educational Assistance Program
• On-the-job training programs
  • The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSAs) Training Provider Registry (TPR) improves highway safety by ensuring that entry-level drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) complete training as required by the new Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations before testing for certain commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and CDL endorsements. KDOT is a registered training provider, and provides paid on the job training for entry level drivers.
• Paid Vacation Leave & Sick Leave
• Group health, dental, vision.
• Family Oriented Work Environment
• Basic Life Insurance provided by the State/Optional Group Life Insurance at a reasonable cost.
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

• This Engineering Associate position is in Wamego, Kansas. Successful candidates may be appointed at a higher-level dependent upon experience and qualifications.
• Learn and experience the features involved of building major projects in the field by becoming a vital member of an Area Construction Office.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

FIELD CONSTRUCTION:

The Engineering Associate (EA) is assigned to an Area Engineer’s office and receives on-the job training consisting of construction inspection, and district and area offices orientation. The employee performs such duties as surveying, staking right-of-way, checking computations, calculating final pay quantities on construction projects, and inspection of work performed by contractors by reviewing construction and applicable specifications.

View the full position description

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

Education

• Graduate from an ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering school.

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil Engineering
• Fundamentals in Engineering (FE) or Intern Engineer Certificate obtained

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements

• This position is subject to pre-employment physical testing. The selected candidate will be required to pass the screening as a condition of employment.
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at https://www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx
  If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785)296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: DeeDee Becker
• Email: kdothqjobs@ks.gov
• Phone: (785) 289-7051

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
  • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover Letter

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.