Design And Construction Coordinator

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).  New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. About CDOT  Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans' lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Col orado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you'll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people does contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our  careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent  benefits package.
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About the Work Unit The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) & Network Services - Project Development Unit is within the Division of Maintenance & Operations. The unit supports project development and delivery processes at CDOT with focus on fiber coordination, utility coordination, System Engineering Analysis (SEA) and application project development. 
About the position The Project Manager position will coordinate statewide activities to produce standards, procedures, and specifications for the deployment of ITS systems. This  position is a technical expert and develops a program centralized around the System Engineering Analysis (SEA) and the ITS Architecture. The Project Manager position will support all CDOT projects in meeting federal regulations related to technology (23 CFR 940) and established CDOT templates related to the SEA. 
Position will provide technical information to others at CDOT as a specialty branch and outside municipalities to ensure that departmental policy, procedures and design standards are addressed and incorporated into roadway construction plans. Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Implement process improvements and coordinate with internal and external CDOT stakeholders to ensure projects with technology components are delivered successfully; Be the Point of Contact for all processes associated needs for projects with technology in the Branch and ensure projects are following established procedures;  Work with the Project Development Support Manager to develop a tool to resource plan all ITS resources for design and construction to better serve customers; Stay up to date on the most recent standard project delivery tools currently in use at CDOT and ensure the SEA is included; Maintain an SEA library with the appropriate file retention software; and publish content developed on both the external and internal facing websites; Be the Point Specialty Contact to ensure projects with technology components are successful; Provide support to project managers by reviewing plans, project documents, specifications and standards as well as provide guidance and facilitate subject matter expert reviews with other units within ITS; Track project's progression through the SEA and provide reminders to ensure projects complete the SEA documents at the appropriate time; Lead regular reviews of submitted SEA documents and obtain approvals from the applicable stakeholders; Other job duties as assigned. Work Environment: Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday  Travel may be required for ITS projects Required to operate CDOT vehicles Minimum Qualifications Seven years (7) of experience in project management and/or project development. OR
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, project management, management, business or another closely related field of study AND 
at least three (3) years of full-time professional work experience with project management and/or project development. Substitution
A Master's or Doctorate degree in one of the fields of study listed above will substitute for the undergraduate degree and 1 year of the work experience. Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

 
College Transcripts:  If you are using education to qualify via the substitution, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Conditions of Employment Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position Preferred Qualifications The  exceptional applicant  will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section; Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; Highest work/personal ethics and integrity; Depth and breadth of Project Management experience; Polished written and oral communication skills; Strong organizational skills; Analytical thinking, research skills, and problem solving; Strong attention to detail; Ability to partner with professionals, consultants, stakeholders and staff, with sensitivity to their needs and priorities; Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills; Ability to work effectively in independent and team situations; Strong time and management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability; Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Google, SharePoint and the ability to learn other software systems. Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letter that describes your interest in this position how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. 
A detailed chronological resume. 
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via  email . Include your current working  email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your  email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your  email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered  email . Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
The Hiring Process: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list. 
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement  If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with "Info Cubic". Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, LLC, including its privacy policy, may be found online at  . Info Cubic is located at 116 Inverness Drive East, Suite 206, Englewood, CO 80112, and can be reached at  . The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes:  social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks . CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed ) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to  spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at ; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at  spb.colorado.gov under Rules.  
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran's status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions. ADAAA Accommodations CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Angelita Sims at .us or call .
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.
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