Engineer in Training

Job Summary

Administers the Right of Way Permit Program for Pitkin County’s Public Works department. Collects and analyzes traffic data to support the development of roadway safety initiatives. Develops roadway plans and specifications, under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer, to support the roadway Capital Construction program. Supports the safe, efficient, and data‑informed management of the County’s road system. The role uses data and collaboration to inform decisions, enhance roadway operations, and improve safety outcomes across the County.

• Provides administration, coordination, and analytical support for the County Road Right of Way (ROW) permit program, including application intake, coordination with permit tees and other key parties, tracking of permit fees and bonds, field review of active permits, and maintenance of related program data and records.
• Applies engineering principles, technical training, and professional judgement to evaluate proposed and ongoing work within the County Right of Way for consistency with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Implements and supports the County Road traffic data program, including the installation, collection, processing, and analysis of data from temporary and permanent traffic counters; prepares reports to inform roadway planning, operations, and safety initiatives.
• Collects, manages, and updates geographic information system (GIS) data and right-of-way records; maintains roadway and ROW data sheets.
• Conducts research and analysis of right-of-way, property, and roadway records to confirm ownership status, assess existing conditions, identify safety concerns, and support audits of roadway needs and ongoing work.
• Develops engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, and provides project-level technical support for the design and delivery of capital construction projects on the Road and Bridge network, including coordination, field observation, and documentation, under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Performs surveys, field data collection, and technical analysis in support of the planning and development of roadway capital improvement and maintenance projects.
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains roadway signage and roadside safety hardware programs to support system safety, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and county staff; maintains confidentiality of work‑related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Possession, or ability to obtain, Colorado FE/EIT within 6 months of hire
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

• Engineering principles
• County policies and procedures
• Data analysis
• Survey Principles
• State and federal laws and regulations governing work performed
• Record keeping and records management rules and standards

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
• Computer-Aided Design Software
• Microsoft Excel
• Applying governing rules and regulations
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other regional agencies
• Utilizing standard personal computer software programs and specialized State and County software
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing

Work is typically performed in a standard office environment, with regular work activities performed outdoors with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and heights.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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