Senior Design Oversight Specialist 2025-00633
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Location: Cheyenne, WY 82001
Description:
Salary: $5,636.27 - $6,262.52 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00633
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 03/11/2025
Closing Date: 3/24/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: TNDO09
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Ensure the final road design plans are thoroughly checked and reviewed for accuracy and content, confirming they adhere to WYDOT design standards, as well as all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. Additionally, craft comprehensive and compelling bid documents for the construction of roads and highways across the state, setting the stage for impactful infrastructure projects.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Benefits of working for the Wyoming Department of Transportation and the State of Wyoming include:
Human Resource Contact: Tina Borgaard / 307-777-4356
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates with road design and/or road construction experience
KNOWLEDGE: Examples of Knowledge are intended to be cumulative for each progressively higher level of work. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning other knowledge.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Engineering)
PLUS
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation Design or with design and contract experience) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Design Specialist I
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation Design or with design and contract experience) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Design Specialist I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
03
(TNDE09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Transportation Design?Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Highway Construction Maintenance, professional experience in Departent of Transportation as a professional Designer, Driller, Highway maintenance professional, photogrammetry/survey profession, staff technician, constructions and maintenance professional, utilities professional, right of way professional, transportation management center professional, or similar experience.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00633
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 03/11/2025
Closing Date: 3/24/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: TNDO09
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Ensure the final road design plans are thoroughly checked and reviewed for accuracy and content, confirming they adhere to WYDOT design standards, as well as all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. Additionally, craft comprehensive and compelling bid documents for the construction of roads and highways across the state, setting the stage for impactful infrastructure projects.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Benefits of working for the Wyoming Department of Transportation and the State of Wyoming include:
- **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Human Resource Contact: Tina Borgaard / 307-777-4356
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
- Reviews and checks all road design plans to achieve the Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) plans for bid lettings
- Reviews designs and project correspondence to ensure that all project requirements have been considered, ensuring design and quantity accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards
- Obtains required data from other Programs
- Ensures that all agreements and permits are signed by the appropriate private and/or government entities
- Provides a checked set of plans with any necessary revisions, additions, comments or corrections to the appropriate design squad
- Meets with design teams to review necessary corrections or changes to the design plans, specifications or calculations
- Assembles final contract plans and documents for PS&E
- Determines the appropriate Programs to involve in resolving issues with the plans
- Provide input for determining whether or not to go to contract if all agreements and stipulations are not signed on time.
- Provides addendums under tight time constraints
- Monitors design projects for the monthly letting schedule and ensures that all deliverables are received within the time limit allotted for contract letting
- Provides coordination between design squads, consultants, Districts, Contracts and Estimates Program, and Construction Staff
- Manages work assignments to meet the monthly letting schedule
- Trains and assists others in new methods and procedures to meet applicable engineering specifications including FHWA requirements, AASHTO guidelines, WYDOT policies and standards, and other state and local requirements
- Attends periodic workshops to increase skills and knowledge
- Establishes and maintains official bid item list
- Tracks and assigns special provision numbers for various projects
- Distributes updates to supplementary specifications
- Ensures printed Plans and contract documents are complete and accurate
- Establishes and maintains several monthly/yearly reports and spreadsheets
- Assists in Value Engineering studies as needed
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates with road design and/or road construction experience
KNOWLEDGE: Examples of Knowledge are intended to be cumulative for each progressively higher level of work. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning other knowledge.
- Knowledge of WYDOT's policies and procedures
- Knowledge of the Standard Specifications for Road & Bridge Construction
- Knowledge of highway engineering design principles, guidelines and concepts
- Knowledge of geometry, algebra, and trigonometry
- Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel
- Ability to give attention to detail and work under pressure
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and cross sections
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Ability to manage multiple projects and schedules at one time
- Ability to solve and give direction on both technical and nontechnical problems
- Ability to deal with difficult people and situations
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain good relationships
- Ability to find compromises in difficult situations
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Engineering)
PLUS
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation Design or with design and contract experience) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Design Specialist I
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Transportation Design or with design and contract experience) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Design Specialist I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
- **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus**
- Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent position
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12 month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(TNDE09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Transportation Design?Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Highway Construction Maintenance, professional experience in Departent of Transportation as a professional Designer, Driller, Highway maintenance professional, photogrammetry/survey profession, staff technician, constructions and maintenance professional, utilities professional, right of way professional, transportation management center professional, or similar experience.)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
07
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
08
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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