IntroductionJoin a team that is enthusiastic about aviation! The Airport Programming Section guides the planning, design, and construction of safe, efficient airport facilities in a collaborative and dynamic team environment. In this role, you will be able to develop or expand your aviation knowledge while being an advocate for airports throughout Wisconsin! Join our team as a Airport Program Engineer (Civil Engineer Transportation - Advanced)! This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building in Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview. WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits ( health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment)
- A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking hereThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work. The WisDOT Division of Transportation Investment Management (DTIM) conducts long-range, multimodal transportation planning; guides the use of state and federal transportation dollars based upon research and data analysis of the state's transportation systems; manages the project selection process for the state highway rehabilitation and the major highway programs; and administers various local transportation, transit, airport, rail, harbor and other specialized aids programs. The Division of Transportation Investment Management includes the Bureau of Aeronautics (BOA), Bureau of Planning and Economic Development (BPED), the Bureau of State Highway Programs (BSHP), and the Bureau of Transit, Local Roads, Railroads and Harbors (BTLRRH).
Position SummaryThis position develops and manages the state airport improvement program and the federal Airport Capital Improvement Program . This position also provides consultation and advice to Wisconsin county and municipal governments, planning authorities, industry representatives, other aviation organizations and WisDOT management on airport programming and development funding. Responsibilities include analyzing and preparing responses to the reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration and its airport development laws, regulations, programs and procedures as well as potential changes to state laws and programs relating to airport funding to derive the maximum benefit to the state's system of airports and its aviation industry.
Salary InformationThis position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $88,296-108,950 depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period is required.
Job DetailsWisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-verify employer. Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
QualificationsApplicants MUST have a valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if the PE registration is from another state. Qualified applicants will have experience with all the following: •Working with project development and project scheduling. •Interpreting and utilizing State and Federal laws, regulations, and related policies. •Researching and writing technical reports. •Communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders which may include municipalities, state and federal agencies, consultants, in-house management or project managers.
How To ApplyApply online! To apply, click Apply for Job to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click Apply for Job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here . For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here . The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Allison Huiras at 608-###-#### or
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Deadline to ApplyApplications are due at 11:59PM on January 5, 2025.
