Location: Harrisburg,PA, USA
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is on the lookout for a driven, analytical, and detail-oriented candidate to assist with project and contract management within the Bureau of Planning and Research, specifically in the Research Program Management and Implementation. This comprehensive and focused training initiative is designed to equip you with the skills necessary for a fulfilling career at PennDOT. We invite you to become a part of our dynamic team today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Trainee in Transportation Planning, you will engage in the formulation and execution of PennDOT's Annual Research Program.
Your role will involve contributing to the creation of research initiatives by preparing essential documentation such as project scopes, budgets, implementation timelines, and informational sheets.
Additionally, you will assist in overseeing research projects by coordinating various activities, which include generating both written and verbal status updates, facilitating meetings, and ensuring adherence to the predetermined schedules, deliverables, and financial plans associated with each project.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Full-time employment
* Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
* Overtime and extensive statewide travel are required.
* Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days per week. 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 Harrisburg.
* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
* 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:
* A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography; or
* An equivalent combination of experience and training.
* Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov.
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.
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.
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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
* Eligibility rules apply.
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How much college level coursework have you completed toward a major in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.
* A conferred Bachelor's degree or higher
* Expect to complete a Bachelor's degree within 6 months
* 90 credits or more
* 60 but less than 90 credits
* A conferred Associate's degree
* 30 but less than 60 credits
* Less than 30 credits
* None
02
If you are within six months of completing a bachelor's degree or higher in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.
03
How many years of full-time technical or higher level experience do you possess in the field of civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography?
* 4 years or more
* 3 but less than 4 years
* 2 but less than 3 years
* 1 but less than 2 years
* Less than 1 year
* None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
* Yes
06
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Prepare emails, letter correspondence, and contract/project documents for submission for review, approval, and distribution to a variety of audiences.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience preparing contract/ project documents for submission for review, approval, and distribution to a variety of audiences. I was responsible for the complete written document.
* B. I have experience preparing portions or sections of contract/project documents for submission for review, approval, and distribution to a variety of audiences. I was not responsible for the complete written document.
* C. I have experience preparing emails, letter correspondence, business documents, etc.
* D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing or report writing.
* E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
07
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience preparing written communication, including the type(s) of communication.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - REVIEW AND COMPILE FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Review and compile data on contracts, budget requests, and budget amendments for various projects. Monitor work orders/project budgets and invoices.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience reviewing and compiling data on contracts, budget requests, and budget amendments for various projects and monitoring the status of work orders/project budgets and invoices. I was responsible for the entire project/budget.
* B. I have experience reviewing and compiling data on contracts, budget requests, and budget amendments for various projects or monitoring the status of work orders/project budgets and invoices. Someone else was responsible for the entire project/budget.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to finance or accounting.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* The actual duties you performed related to reviewing and compiling financial information.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - REVIEW PROJECT DOCUMENTS
Review project work orders, purchasing documents and invoices to determine accuracy and compliance in order to make recommendations for revisions or corrections prior to approval.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience reviewing project work orders, purchasing documents and invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance. I was responsible for making recommendations for revisions.
* B. I have experience reviewing the accuracy and compliance of project work orders, purchasing documents and invoices. I reported the findings to someone else who was responsible for making recommendations for revisions.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project management.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* The actual duties you performed related to reviewing project documents.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
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