Location: Augusta,ME, USA
Right of Way Control Technician (24-136-2)
Augusta , Maine , United States | Engineering | Full-time
Apply by: Nov. 27, 2024
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Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: $21.54 - $30.14 (per hour) (Salary Schedule ( )
Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations - Traffic Engineering
Location: Augusta, ME
Position Number: 02500-0228
Opening Date: November 13, 2024
Closing Date: November 27, 2024
Job Description:
This is technical services work involving the state-wide administration of right-of-way encroachment and enforcement of the Maine Traveler Information Services Act. Responsibilities include administering the Official Business Directional Sign (OBDS) billing process, program budget oversight, issuing licenses and permits, maintaining records, and enforcing pertinent statutes. Duties also include negotiating with constituents, resolving disputes, and training maintenance and operations support personnel.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:
+ Frequently correspond with customers regarding their Maine DOT accounts.
+ Oversee Maine DOT's Official Business Directory Sign (OBDS) and Logo sign programs.
+ Receive applications and payments, create permits, inactivate accounts and bill business as required for OBDS and Logo signs.
+ Lead a statewide team responsible for signage and adherence to state laws.
+ Head up the waiver/license committee for sign waivers initiated by municipalities, individuals, and businesses.
+ Respond to stakeholders with answers regarding MaineDOT's sign programs.
+ Assist Maine DOT's legislative liaison with any legislative document (LD's) regarding sign issues
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
Four (4) years of experience in either right-of-way functions, municipal zoning, or other directly related experience which includes budget processing.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the Apply for this Opening/Apply Now button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-###-#### or via email ...@maine.gov
Why join our team?
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto- Dirigo or I lead -as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
+ Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
+ Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
+ Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
+ Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package ( , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness ( .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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