Roadway Design Division Engineer

Job Posting Title

Roadway Design Division Engineer

Agency

345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Supervisory Organization

Chief Engineer - Director of Engineering

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

June 21, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$132,600

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering annual benefit allowances, a variety of health, dental, and vision plan options, paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year, 11 paid holidays, robust retirement savings plans, and an EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way.

Annual Benefit Allowance:

• The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans:

• The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 

Retirement Savings Plans:

• Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. 
• Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%.
• Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above.
• OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS. 

Annual & Sick Leave (PTO):

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year 

Paid Holidays:

• 11 paid holidays per year

Longevity Pay:

• Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

Job Description

Position Title: Roadway Design Division Engineer

Department: Roadway Design

Division: 9

Report to: Director of Engineering

Salary: $132,600

Pay Band Range: $116,943 - $152,027

FLSA Status: Exempt

State Employee Status: Executive Management

Location: 200 NE 21st Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibility for the overall management of a staff of engineers, technicians, and other personnel who are responsible for providing engineering expertise, guidance, and technical assistance to state agencies, consultants, and the public. They are differentiated from lower levels in the Professional Engineer job family in that their focus is on broader supervisory and management issues including planning, organizing, and integrating the functions that report to them.

Typical Functions

• Direct daily operations of the Roadway Design Division.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the division's activities with various departments in the Transportation Cabinet, other state agencies, and government entities.

• Oversee the development of roadway projects administered by ODOT, including the preparation of plans, special provisions, and the project schedule.

• Coordinate with various disciplines to set design guidelines.

• Analyze, resolve, and coordinate information from various ODOT divisions and field districts.

• Represent the division and/or department before various organizations and public forums.

• Selects, develops, and motivates subordinate staff to ensure that resources are available to provide quality services and on-time performance for the agency or unit supported;

• Plans, organizes, and manages the work of subordinate staff in the assigned unit to ensure that the work is accomplished consistent with agency requirements.

• Directs engineering activities of all or part of an agency’s responsibility; e.g., section, branch, division, etc.

• Develops and conducts a specific work program within an agency in accordance with agencies’ policies, priorities, and budget constraints.

• Manages and/or develops budgets for an assigned unit, including operating requirements and equipment and material purchases, and ensures that actual expenses are consistent with the approved budget.

• Represents the department in contact with the general public and public officials, answering questions and resolving complaints.

• Oversees consulting engineer’s contracts and provides technical oversight.

Level Descriptor

At this level, an incumbent will be responsible for directing, controlling, and administering the affairs of a division of an agency involved in engineering. The complexity of functions will be broad encompassing all areas of the divisions’ responsibilities. Incumbents at this level will represent the agency in outside contact, make decisions, and provide guidance to others regarding matters of agency policy, rules, and regulations.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of registration as a Professional Engineer and five years of supervisory experience in a professional engineering-related field, including two years of experience in an administrative or managerial capacity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level consist of knowledge of engineering practices, principles, and systems; of management principles; of the principles of effective supervision; of budget planning, development, and control; and of finance and budget administration. Ability is required to design and implement engineering activities, organize projects, establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; supervise personnel; express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; manage multiple work units or program areas; establish budget controls; and to formulate and establish agency policies.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level consist of:

• Strong understanding of all aspects of transportation design

• Understanding and ownership of the Department's mission

• Think outside of the box

• Extensive construction and/or design experience

• Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local design policies and procedures

• Expansive experience with different types of plans

• Effectively communicate with consultants and other Divisions

• Positive persistence and the ability to gain consensus and influence others

• Positively lead and motivate a team

• Facilitate change, act as a change agent and lead others through change successfully

• Understanding and appreciation of other people's work disciplines and

• Adapt a leadership style to connect with and lead a dynamic workforce

Special Requirements

Some positions may require possession of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license at the time of appointment. Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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