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State of New Hampshire Job PostingDepartment of TransportationBureau of Highway Maintenance - District 1641 Main Street / Lancaster, NHPRINCIPAL ENGINEERPosition #20449$40.70/hour - $55.88/hour40 Hours per WeekThis position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $38.85 per hour

• Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date

~ NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT ~Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire.NHDOT Recruitment BrochureThe State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 1, has a full-time vacancy for a Principal Engineer.SUMMARY :To direct and supervise overall highway operations within a highway district of the Department of Transportation as well as administering, formulating and authorizing complex engineering and administrative policies and procedures.YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Possession of a Master of Science degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in civil engineering, or possession of a Bachelor of Science degree from a recognized college or university with a major in civil engineering and possession of a Master of Business Administration degree from a recognized college or university.Experience: Four (4) years of work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.OREducation: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.Experience: Six (6) years of work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.OREducation: Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in civil technology.Experience: Eight (8) years of work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.License/Certification: Applicant must possess a valid driver's license and/or have access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicant's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency. Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire or a Licensed Professional Engineer in another state and obtain licensure in NH within one year of employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Applicant living within highway district preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must have a telephone and be available 24 hours per day. All accountabilities must be conducted in full conformance with all risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.RESPONSIBILITIES:Plans, directs, and supervises the activities of a highway maintenance district with responsibility for ensuring the integrity, mobility, and safety of the state highway system and for providing safe all-weather travel within the District.Formulates strategies and plans to efficiently and cost effectively implement the Department's objectives and goals. Routinely evaluates highway pavements, and recommends programs for restoration, rehabilitation, or resurfacing.Prepares, monitors, adjusts, and supervises the accounting of District budgets to ensure efficient accomplishment of goals within Department mandated constraints.Supervises and directs surveys, preparation of plans and construction of state aid, betterment and other force account projects including the construction and maintenance of District buildings and storage facilities. Serves as the Engineer of Record for district-initiated projects.Consults with utilities, local officials, engineering firms, and others concerning requests for utility installation including water, sewer and natural gas pipelines, cables, conduits, and utility poles within highway limits.Supervises and directs evaluation of applications for the construction or alteration of drives giving access to the state highways, issues permits for such work, and monitors construction activity to check for compliance with specifications and established policy.Evaluates the performance of personnel, equipment, systems, and facilities to maximum their cost-effective utilization. Serves as appointing authority responsible for hiring, promotion and termination of district employees.Responds to emergency situations, at any hour of any day, to address safety and mobility problems on the highway system.Responds to inquiries from highway abutters, the traveling public, and appointed elected officials on the local, state, and federal level.Represents the Department at various meetings, hearings, and court proceedings.Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Mikayla Collins, Recruitment Specialist at (603)-###-#### or at [email protected] .For additional information contact Alan Hanscom, Administrator, at 603-###-#### or [email protected] ov

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of payOther Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:EOETDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-###-####

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