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Municipal Services Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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Municipal Services Specialist

Salary

$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually

Location

Montgomery County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CSSC-2024-10197-10670

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 600

Opening Date

10/22/2024

Closing Date

11/5/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

10670

Position Number

00074663

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

0600

Bureau / Division

Transportation, District 6-0

Worksite Address

7000 Geerdes Boulevard

City

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19406

Contact Name

Marjorie Parris

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you eager to advance your career by managing and assessing municipal services within a designated district? If you are prepared to embrace this thrilling opportunity, seize the moment to enhance your professional journey and thrive in a dynamic and independent workplace!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, your primary responsibilities involve engaging with local government officials to deliberate on various proposed projects such as highway relocation, new highway construction, maintenance activities, bridge construction, and related endeavors. Duties will also entail providing technical guidance and clarifying the permissible utilization of liquid fuels funds for these initiatives. Furthermore, you will assess plans and cost estimates developed by consulting engineers, ensuring adherence to Department standards and specifications in terms of materials, construction, and workmanship. Additionally, conducting road type and mileage surveys, verifying mileage additions, and overseeing the allocation of Liquid Fuels Funds to municipalities are crucial tasks. Lastly, the position entails reviewing project completion and expenditure reports, conducting audits as needed, analyzing project data forms, preparing completion forms, budget reports, and necessary correspondence and reports.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description ( .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment.

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience as a Transportation Construction Inspector;or

+ Three years of experience either in state and/or municipal roadway construction inspection that included reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and cost estimates; or in work involving the interpretation and analysis of state regulations related to municipal construction funding programs; or

+ Two years of experience either in state and/or municipal roadway construction inspection that included reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and cost estimates; or in work involving the interpretation and analysis of state regulations related to municipal construction funding programs; and an associate's degree; or

+ One year of experience either in state and/or municipal roadway construction inspection that included reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and cost estimates; or in work involving the interpretation and analysis of state regulations related to municipal construction funding programs; and a bachelor's degree; or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience or training which included one year of experience either in state and/or municipal roadway construction inspection that included reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and cost estimates; or in work involving the interpretation and analysis of state regulations related to municipal construction funding programs.

Other Requirements:

+ This particular position also requires possession of a valid motor vehicle license.

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

Selective Certification- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Transportation Construction Inspector for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in state and/or municipal roadway construction inspection that included reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications, and cost estimates?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in work involving the interpretation and analysis of state regulations related to municipal construction funding programs?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

How much college coursework have you completed in engineering or engineering technology, surveying, building construction, or drafting and design technology?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer Yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Conferred Bachelor's degree or higher

+ 120 credits or more

+ 90 but less than 120 credits

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ Conferred Associate's degree

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Provides technical assistance and consultative services to public officials, regional or county planners, contractors, program managers, program center staff, and the public to gather information, act as a liaison between staff, and explain rules, regulations, and policies. Provides appropriate responses to inquiries and refers individuals to the appropriate area for assistance as necessary.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience receiving customer inquiries. I was responsible for answering questions and providing technical information as necessary.

+ B. I have experience receiving customer inquiries. I was responsible for answering general questions but referred customers to someone else for responses to technical questions.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in public speaking, public relations, conflict resolution, or interviewing.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to technical assistance.

+ Your level of responsibility.

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROGRAM OPERATIONS OVERSIGHT

Monitors and evaluates transportation projects in order to ensure compliance with specifications, and regulations. Monitors activities to ensure that expenditures are maintained at the amount and for the purpose authorized and ensures operational efficiency and contract propriety.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience monitoring the operational activities of a project to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations. I was responsible for taking action when negative trends were discovered.

+ B. I have experience monitoring the operational activities of a project to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations. I made recommendations for someone else to take action when negative trends were discovered.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in budgeting, economics, accounting, policy management, program evaluation, or operations management.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to monitoring activities and projects.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - CONDUCTS RESEARCH

Conducts research by gathering and compiling information related to project and program needs in order to identify projects and develop and document the needs, purpose, and scope of such projects. Researches files and coordinates information from other personnel to prepare for special projects and reports as needed.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience researching records and files for various projects and reports. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available data from a variety of data sources.

+ B. I have experience gathering and compiling data from a single records location as specifically instructed.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in research methods, research design and analysis, or data collection.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to conducting research.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - ANALYZING INFORMATION

Reviews and analyzes documents including, project proposals, contracts, records, transactions, or reports to assist in the determination of their accuracy or impact and communicates findings in order to make adjustments or corrections. Analyzes socio-economic, environmental, and transportation asset data from transportation studies and existing databases to prepare recommendations on the amount of liquid fuel funds which should be disbursed to municipalities.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience analyzing reported data. My analysis included a verification for accuracy of content.

+ B. I have experience analyzing reported data. Someone else was responsible for the verification and accuracy of content.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in data analysis, statistics, or logic.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to analyzing information.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Prepares written, technical, or narrative documents such project status and quality control reports. Authors narrative and analytical reports that convey project feasibility based on actual need, economic justification, and public necessity.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience preparing written, technical, or narrative documents or reports. I was responsible for the final document that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients.

+ B. I have experience preparing written, technical, or narrative documents or reports. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the document, but someone else was responsible for the final version that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in business writing, technical writing, English composition, journalism, or communications.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to written communication.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 6- SAFETY

Completes work according to general safety guidelines by using appropriate safety and protective equipment. Reports all workplace injuries or incidents to the appropriate authority. Corrects any safety hazards in the work area and reports them to the supervisor. Attends required safety training and follows all requirements of safety manuals, policies, and laws.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience following general safety guidelines. I was responsible for reporting any incidents and safety hazards to the appropriate authority and correcting any deficiencies.

+ B. I have experience following general safety guidelines. I was responsible for reporting any incidents and safety hazards to the appropriate authority; however, someone else took action to correct any deficiencies.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training in safety.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

+ The name of the employer where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to safety.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

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Address

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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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