Transportation Specialist - Traffic Engineering

Working Title: Transportation Specialist - Traffic Engineering

Job Class: Transportation Specialist

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job : 91217 |
Location: Duluth |
Telework Eligible: No |
Full/Part Time: Full-Time |
Division/Unit: District 1A - Program Delivery / Traffic Engineering Section |
Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Day Shift |
Days of Work: Monday - Friday |
Travel Required: No |
Salary Range: $28.16 - $38.40 hourly; $58,798 - $80,179 annually

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

• Develops and reviews complex signing, pavement marking, and temporary traffic control plans and specifications for project letting ensuring compliance with MnMUTCD, Traffic Engineering Manual, and CADD data standards.
• Designs sign panels for inclusion in construction plans and for installation by the District Traffic Services Section.
• Maintains the District Sign Database housed in TAMMS.
• Assists with the implementation of traffic control plans, pavement marking plans, and signing plans by being an expert technical resource for MnDOT District Construction staff.
• Performs field investigations and analysis of in‑place traffic control devices in accordance with the MnMUTCD and the MnDOT Traffic Engineering Manual.
• Performs all work necessary to provide a speed recommendation to supervisor based on the most current MnMUTCD and MnDOT Traffic Engineering Manual guidance.
• Investigates traffic control device complaints to identify problems, make recommendations regarding the need and placement of traffic control devices, and make necessary corrections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Experience: Four years of experience performing traffic engineering activities that included at least two years of experience utilizing computer‑aided drafting and designing (CADD). OR Three years of experience performing traffic engineering activities that included at least two years of experience utilizing CADD AND road or bridge maintenance, road construction, design, surveying, materials/soils, right of way, sign repair/installation and/or permits.
• Education Substitution: A two‑year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four‑year degrees:
  Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering;
  Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (Submit transcripts for coursework substitution.)
• English Proficiency: Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in‑person or via two‑way radio and other electronic devices; maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Valid Class D Driver’s License

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate, or Transportation Generalist.

Successful candidate must pass past‑employer reference checks and a criminal history check. Background investigation may include SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Education/License Verification, Driver’s License Check, and completion of a federal pre‑employment drug test with negative results. Position contingent upon valid Commercial Driver’s License and appropriate drug and alcohol testing clearance.

• Paid vacation and sick leave; 12 paid holidays each year; low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans; fertility care, diabetes care, dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan after at least three years of service.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources that support physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
• Training, classes, and professional development; tuition reimbursement.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligible positions).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support.

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.