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Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor

Salary

$50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2024-14132-10630

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 800

Opening Date

12/13/2024

Closing Date

12/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

10630

Position Number

00043969

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00080800

Bureau / Division

Transportation District Office 8-0

Worksite Address

2140 Herr Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17103

Contact Name

John Eisenhart

Contact Email

...@pa.gov

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

We are excited to welcome you to District 8-0 as a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, where you will be essential in supervising a construction inspection team. In this role, you will perform various technical tasks related to inspecting transportation construction projects. Your efforts will ensure quality and adherence to standards during the construction phase, playing a key role in the successful delivery of transportation projects. Do not let this opportunity pass you by, it could be the key to your success!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will act as the lead inspector on a highway construction project with a limited variety of work operations or assist on a larger project by supervising specific operations. Your responsibilities include supervising the inspection of materials and workmanship to ensure they meet contract requirements and standards. You will check cuts and fills; verify elevation grades; and oversee the placement of materials. Additionally, you will explain contract requirements to contractors and team members, guiding them on sampling, testing, and inspection methods.

You will also perform calculations and create sketches to help solve any field issues that arise. Your role involves preparing reports and maintaining necessary records, as well as participating in constructability reviews and scheduling meetings. Completing assignments on time is essential, along with compiling documentation for work order justifications; preparing and submitting work orders; and creating construction estimates. You will ensure that all materials used in the project are certified and comply with specifications.

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ You will work closely with vendor s and work hours may change based on vendor availability.

+ 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 as a Transportation Construction Inspector; or

+ Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

+ This position requires possession of a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

+ 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 willnotbe 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 ...@pa.gov .

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.

Condition of Employment- 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 experience MUST also 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 construction inspection experience do you possess?

+ A. 4 years or more

+ B. 3 but less than 4 years

+ C. 2 but less than 3 years

+ D. 1 but less than 2 years

+ E. Less than 1 year

+ F. None

How much college level coursework have you completed in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely-related engineering 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 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.

+ A. 120 credits or more

+ B. 90 but less than 120 credits

+ C. 60 but less than 90 credits

+ D. 30 but less than 60 credits

+ E. Less than 30 credits

+ F. None

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 - INSPECT AND DOCUMENT QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF MATERIALS

Inspect and document the quality and verify the quantities of materials used in the construction and rehabilitation of roadway, bridge, and Highway Occupancy Permit projects such as excavation, embankment, compaction, drainage, resurfacing, guiderail replacement, and concrete/steel structure work.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience inspecting and documenting the quality of materials AND verifying the quantities of materials used in highway construction and rehabilitation projects. I have assisted others less experienced than I with performing this work behavior.

+ B. I have experience inspecting and documenting the quality of materials OR verifying the quantities of materials used in highway construction and rehabilitation projects; however, I needed assistance from others more experienced than I.

+ C. I have experience inspecting and documenting the quality of materials and verifying the quantities of materials used in the construction and rehabilitation of a structural nature, such as buildings, dams, or municipal buildings (including wastewater treatment plants).

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Technical Analysis, Quality Assurance, Introduction to Structural Analysis, or Materials Science.

+ E. I have NO experience or training 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 which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

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

+ The type(s) of projects you inspected/documented.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

If you are claiming education/formal training related to this work behavior, please provide the requested information below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INSPECT QUALITY OF WORKMANSHIP AND SAFETY PROCESSES

Inspect the quality and correctness of workmanship and safety processes (i.e. review of contractor's safety plans, set up/maintenance/inspection of traffic patterns, review/analyze OSHA regulations and other safety publications) in the construction and rehabilitation of roadway, bridge, and Highway Occupancy Permit projects (i.e. excavation, embankment compaction, drainage, resurfacing, guiderail replacement, and concrete/steel structure work).

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience inspecting all aspects of the quality and correctness of workmanship and safety processes in the construction and rehabilitation of roadway, bridge, and Highway Occupancy Permit projects listed above. I communicated any deficiencies to the contractor or those performing the work.

+ B. I have experience participating in the inspection of the quality and correctness of workmanship and safety processes in the construction and rehabilitation of roadway, bridge, and Highway Occupancy Permit projects listed above. I communicated any deficiencies to my supervisor or more experienced coworker.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Proper Procedure for Material Handling or OSHA Training but have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.

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

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

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ To whom you communicated any deficiencies.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - SAMPLE, TEST, AND DOCUMENT MATERIALS

Collect samples, perform testing, and document the results of testing materials such as aggregate, concrete, bituminous asphalt products, and other materials used in highway construction projects to ensure standards for size, strength, suitability, and other requirements specified by the contract are met.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience sampling, testing, and documenting the results of testing materials used in highway construction projects to ensure that the contract requirements were met.

+ B. I have experience observing others more experienced in collecting samples and performing testing of materials used in highway construction projects, AND I have experience documenting the results.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Soil Mechanics, Strength and Materials, Materials of Construction, Introduction to Laboratory Science, or Managing Data Quality in an Environmental Laboratory.

+ D. I have completed a certification program, such as National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), American Concrete Institute (ACI), or Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECEPT).

+ E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

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

+ The actual duties you performed related to sampling, testing, and documenting materials.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - READ AND INTERPRET DRAWINGS, PLANS, CONTRACTS, STANDARDS, AND SPECIFICATIONS

Read and interpret highway construction drawings, plans, contracts, standards, and specifications to ensure that work is properly performed in accordance with contract requirements.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience reading and interpreting data obtained from highway construction drawings, plans, contracts, standards, and specifications. I was able to explain this information to other less experienced staff.

+ B. I have experience reading data obtained from highway construction drawings, plans, contracts, standards, and specifications; however, I needed assistance from others more experienced to interpret or apply them.

+ C. I have experience reading and interpreting drawings, plans, contracts, standards, and specifications unrelated to highway construction.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Engineering Drawing, Blueprint Reading, Map Interpretation, or Surveying, but have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.

+ E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

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

+ The type(s) of data you read and interpreted.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - PREPARE AND ANALYZE REPORTS, LOGS, AND RELATED TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

Prepare and analyze field reports, logs, and related technical documents such as estimates, authorizations, work orders, inspection reports, diaries, item quantity books, and test reports to identify possible discrepancies that could affect contract payments, project budget, and oversight costs.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience preparing and analyzing reports, logs, and related technical documents listed above, AND I have experience identifying possible discrepancies. I was solely responsible for the accuracy of the content of the documents.

+ B. I have experience preparing reports, logs, and related technical documents listed above; however, someone more experienced than I was responsible for identifying possible discrepancies and the accuracy of the content of the documents.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to Technical Writing.

+ D. I have successfully completed coursework or an internship which included a project with an engineering narrative containing supporting calculations, drawings, and cited works, etc., but have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.

+ E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

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

+ The type(s) of documents you prepared and analyzed.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

WORK BEHAVIOR 6 - PLAN, ORGANIZE, AND ASSIGN WORK

Plan, organize, and assign work to less experienced staff to ensure contract compliance and proper documentation of work progress. This includes interviewing applicants, completing performance evaluations, monitoring training, signing off on expenses, and resolving employee conflict.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience planning, organizing, and assigning work to other less experienced staff, as well as interviewing applicants, completing performance evaluations, monitoring training, signing off on expenses, and resolving employee conflict.

+ B. I have experience planning, organizing, and assigning work to other less experienced staff; however, I did not interview applicants, complete performance evaluations, monitor training, sign off on expenses, or resolve employee conflict.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to Labor Relations, Principles of Supervision, Train the Trainer, or adult learning Winter School courses related to supervisory training, but have had little opportunity to perform this level of work outside the academic environment.

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

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

+ The number(s) and job title(s) of the staff you supervised or managed.

+ The actual duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility.

+ The Training Source

+ The Course Title(s)

+ The Credits/Clock Hours You Earned

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Address

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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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