Title: Land Use Engineer

Hiring Range: $67,646 - $109,925

Pay Band:

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Lynchburg District Office

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Position will assist Area Land Use Engineers with the approval of subdivision and site plans for land development projects in the Lynchburg District. Position will provide technical review of land development plans consistent with VDOT specifications, standards, policies and procedures, as well as administer the districtâs land development activities with stakeholders to include local government, engineering communities, developers and VDOT staff.

This position is eligible for VDOT's Employee Referral Bonus Program. If you were referred to this opportunity by an existing VDOT employee, please be sure to answer the \"How did you find out about this opportunity question\" by selecting \"Other\" and entering their full name and either work email or phone number so we can be sure they are credited for any applicable rewards. Only one person may be entered.

In addition to a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, a $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. Current VDOT employees are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics.
http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp
We encourage all those who apply to review these values and ethics. If you share our values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability Program, a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, tuition assistance, wellness programs, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in land development plan review. Knowledge of geometric design and other engineering principles. Knowledge of land use permit policies, construction practices, materials requirements and street acceptance procedures. Ability to read, analyze and interpret construction plans, local ordinances and zoning requirements. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences, as well as interact successfully with internal and external customers. Skill in the use of computers and software applications. Valid driverâs license.

Preferred Qualifications:

BS in Civil Engineering or related field. PE license or EIT certification. Experience in the application of engineering principles to highway construction projects. Prefer Erosion \u0026 Sediment Plan Reviewer or Combined Plan Administrator certification.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to â Your Applicationâ in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Fingerprint-based criminal history record check, references, work history and DMV driving record will be verified prior to employment. Safety footwear required in the field. Will be required to work outside normal hours in emergencies and inclement weather to include nights, weekends and holidays. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the state recruitment platform (PageUp). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to â Your Applicationâ in your application account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application/resume, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information or attach a resume. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit â Information for VDOT Employees and Applicantsâ: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp

We are a \"Virginia Values Veterans\"(V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29. If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
In support of the Commonwealthâs commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging \u0026 Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.

\"VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.\"

Contact Information:

Name: Roxanna Benedikter

Phone: 434-316-2191

Email: rs.benedikter@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealthâs commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging \u0026 Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind \u0026 Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.