Sr. Public Involvement Officer

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State  Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineer III (S)
Position NumberGradeNC
20

About UsIt’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The Environmental Analysis Unit supports development of sustainable transportation infrastructure that minimizes impact on the human and natural environment.

The Public Involvement, Community Studies & Visualization Group is an interdisciplinary team of specialists located in the Environmental Analysis Unit. Numerous laws, policies, and procedures mandate that the public be given the opportunity to affect the planning/environmental studies, location, and design of transportation projects through hearings, meetings, and other forms of input early in the project development process. This information is used to analyze community impacts and provide complete and accurate information about these communities to designers.

We are looking for an Engineer to service as the Senior Public Involvement  this role you will:assist and advise most segments of the Department of Transportation’s organization in their accumulation and use of public input in the development, design and construction of projects.responsible for planning and conducting public outreach for legislative actions that require procedural changes by the Department.prepare and/or review of handouts, newsletters, display boards, webpages, and slide shows to be presented to the public.develop

and maintain the ability to describe project maps and to explain project needs, history, design, and right of way details to the public affected by projects.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 $ 70,478.00 - $Management prefers applicants with the following:

Knowledge of public engagement techniques, methods, theories and Federal and State requirements for the environmental process.

Experience with public outreach/public involvement.

Knowledge of environmental planning techniques, methods, theories and Federal and State requirements for the environmental process.

Knowledge of the NEPA and SEPA process.

Experience communicating technical information verbally clearly and concisely to varied audiences in large groups.

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the

Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary

Special Requirements May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and  accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Andriette Dana Clifton Email:

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