Company:
State of Pennsylvania
Location: United
Closing Date: 24/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary: $64,861.00 - $77,321.00 Annually
Location : Allegheny County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2024-94513-11119
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Dstr Off 1100
Opening Date: 09/24/2024
Closing Date: 10/23/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 11119
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: B4
Pay Group: ST06
Bureau / Division Code: 00081100
Bureau / Division: PennDOT Engineering District 11-0
Worksite Address: 45 Thoms Run Road
City: Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 15017
Contact Name: Leigh Anne Crouse
Contact Phone: 412.429.4896
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Looking for an entry-level job in the civil engineering field that puts you on the fast-track? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania would like to consider you for our Civil Engineer Trainee program! Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position will prepare for a Civil Engineer position by completing a 12-month civil engineering training program. The work performed during this training period will develop practical proficiency in the use of engineering knowledge, skills, and abilities in a bridge engineering, transportation engineering, and/or soils engineering environment. This position could be permanently assigned in either Design, Construction, or Maintenance.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
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 INFORMATIONYou may only apply/test once for 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 visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
CS-Driver's License Details V2 - 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.
03
How much college coursework have you completed in civil engineering, or in a closely related field?
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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
11119 - Do you possess a bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?
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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
11119 - If you currently do not have a conferred bachelor's degree, are you within 9 months of possessing a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or in a closely related field, which includes or was supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?
If yes, please indicate in the text box what date do you expect to receive your degree. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
06
How many years of full-time civil engineering experience do you possess?
07
CS-MET 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.
08
Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
If yes, please provide your certificate number and the issuing state in the text box. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
09
CS-INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE/DOUBLE FER, CERTIFICATION, ETC.You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
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 our
10
Do you possess at least 3 months of work or college internship experience in the area of civil engineering?
11
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.
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Location : Allegheny County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2024-94513-11119
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Dstr Off 1100
Opening Date: 09/24/2024
Closing Date: 10/23/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 11119
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: B4
Pay Group: ST06
Bureau / Division Code: 00081100
Bureau / Division: PennDOT Engineering District 11-0
Worksite Address: 45 Thoms Run Road
City: Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 15017
Contact Name: Leigh Anne Crouse
Contact Phone: 412.429.4896
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
Looking for an entry-level job in the civil engineering field that puts you on the fast-track? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania would like to consider you for our Civil Engineer Trainee program! Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position will prepare for a Civil Engineer position by completing a 12-month civil engineering training program. The work performed during this training period will develop practical proficiency in the use of engineering knowledge, skills, and abilities in a bridge engineering, transportation engineering, and/or soils engineering environment. This position could be permanently assigned in either Design, Construction, or Maintenance.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may 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.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Bridgeville. Telework eligibility will be limited during the probationary period.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Four years of civil engineering experience, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or in a closely related field, which includes or was supplemented by major course work in civil engineering; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within nine months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
- This position also requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not 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.
- 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our
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 visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
- Yes
- No
CS-Driver's License Details V2 - 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.
03
How much college coursework have you completed in civil engineering, or in a closely related field?
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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and 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
- 30 but less than 60 credits
- Less than 30 credits
- None
11119 - Do you possess a bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?
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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- Yes
- No
11119 - If you currently do not have a conferred bachelor's degree, are you within 9 months of possessing a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or in a closely related field, which includes or was supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?
If yes, please indicate in the text box what date do you expect to receive your degree. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
06
How many years of full-time civil engineering experience do you possess?
- 4 years or more
- 3 but less than 4 years
- 2 but less than 3 years
- 1 but less than 2 years
- Less than 1 year
- None
07
CS-MET 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.
08
Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
If yes, please provide your certificate number and the issuing state in the text box. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
09
CS-INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE/DOUBLE FER, CERTIFICATION, ETC.You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
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 our
- Yes
10
Do you possess at least 3 months of work or college internship experience in the area of civil engineering?
- Yes
- No
11
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.
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