PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE$5,000 Hiring Incentive Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring IncentiveJob ID: 29899Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of OperationsLocation: Mitchell or Sioux FallsSalary: $31.66 - $43.79 per hour, depending on experiencePay Grade: E1 - E3Closing Date: 01/28/2025This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit Introduction:Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as an
Assistant Region Bridge Engineer!Job Description:The incumbent will work within a team environment and assist with providing oversight on inspection and maintenance of state-owned bridges and box culverts, including hands-on inspection of bridges; determining and reporting structure data and condition ratings; identifying bridge repair and maintenance needs; performing bridge related project design work; and inspection of newly built structures prior to final acceptance.Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic. Routinely work at high heights. Animals, reptiles, and insects are a factor.The incumbent can work a flexible work schedule as approved by supervisor. Typically, it may be four 10-hour days per week or five 8 hour days. Alternate work schedule would need to be approved by supervisor. Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic. Routinely work at high heights. Animals, reptiles, and insects are a factor.Physical requirements to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time. Routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl through tight box culverts, wade through water and/or muck, and work at heights. Walk long distances over many kinds of terrain including, but not limited to, waterways, rip rap, steep slopes, etc. Animals, reptiles, and insects are a factor. Be able to hear and talk to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to focus.What You Bring to the SDDOT:
- Growth mindset
- Vision and creativity
- Team-oriented attitude
- Confident, action-oriented personality
- Attention to detail and a passion for organization
- Commitment to fostering high ethical standards
What the SDDOT Offers:
- Hiring incentive
- Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans)
- Well-being program
- Employee assistance program
- Dental and Vision
- Health savings account
- Free basic life insurance policy
- Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
- Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
- Sick leave (14 days per year)
- Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
- Military leave (15 days per year)
- 11 paid holidays
- Longevity pay
- Semimonthly pay periods
- Eligibility for meal per diems
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Three or more years of transportation engineering experience and possess their FE and PE.
- Ability to read and understand plans and shop drawings.
- Ability to understand different bridge structure types, bridge construction materials, and bridge construction methods.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:
- civil engineering principles of structural design;
- construction and maintenance methods and practices.
Skill to:
- communicate, organize, and time management skills;
- effectively use Microsoft Office products and relevant software packages.
Ability to:
- apply several engineering disciplines - hydraulics, geology, chemistry, structures, environmental, materials, and road design;
- read and understand plans and shop drawings;
- understand different structure types, construction materials, and methods;
- effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
- make appropriate decisions by applying standards and available information to specific situations;
- communicate information clearly and concisely and develop ideas in a logical sequence;
- analyze problems and recommend solutions;
- understand and achieve department objectives;
- be able to work and communicate with others in a team environment
Position Requirements:Only applicants with a bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and the ability to become a NBI Team Leader will be considered. Applicants should possess their Fundamental Engineering (FE) license.The successful candidate will be required to become a NBI Team Leader within 3 years. Minimum qualifications to become a certified Team Leader, for the purposes of this position, include a bachelors degree in Civil engineering, passing the FE exam, two years of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, OR possess their Professional Engineer (PE) license, 6 months of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of the an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.Compensation:The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Assistant Region Bridge Engineer is approximately $88,469.00 annually.Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and college transcript to your application.Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online: You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: 605.###.#### Email: ...@state.sd.us An Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-Onsite