Access & Permit Inspector - Denver

Department Information
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT
CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness .

CDOT for All
CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Description Of Job
About the Work Unit
This work unit is to maintain, preserve and improve the functional integrity of the Transportation System in the Denver Metro Area, to protect the public health, safety and welfare, to manage Access to the State and Federal highway system, to manage Utility placement within highway right-of-way, and to manage Roadside Advertising.

About The Position
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has a vacancy for an Access & Permit Inspector in our Denver location. This position inspects construction projects for State Highway Access Projects and Utility and Special Use Projects in accordance with Section

• of the Colorado Revised Statutes and the State Highway Access Code (CRS and the Utility Accommodation Code (
• 2 C.C.R managing multiple projects.

Your duties and responsibilities
will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversee assigned construction permits and/or monitor consultant's construction management of transportation projects.
• Evaluate change orders for added work and/or differing site conditions, reviewing and accepting traffic control plans, storm water management plans, and reviewing working and shop drawings based on sound engineering principles.
• Inspect materials installed, monitor schedules, track project expenditures, document materials, and produce daily documentation.
• Certify that contractor work is in conformance with construction plans, and specifications.
• Perform site investigation and inspections of public and private properties along State Highways.
• Review methods for handling traffic through work zones and inspect traffic control devices for compliance to plans.
• Inspect and document utility and access projects upon completion for final acceptance.
• Review plans and specifications to make decisions regarding phasing, constructability, standard designs, tabulations, specifications, etc., all incorporated in the permit document packages for state highways and bridges.
• Provide technical guidance and makes recommendations regarding permitting.
• Authorize and administer permits and define the responsibilities of the permittee through terms and conditions.
• Assist with administering Outdoor Advertising (OA) rules and regulations. Document any advertisement observed that is inappropriately placed in CDOT ROW.
• Other job duties as assigned

Work Environment

• Primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday
• Approximately 60% spent in the field, 40% spent in the office
• Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
• Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Opportunity to bring a CDOT home in order to respond quickly to urgent situations

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• AND at least six years of work experience with a primary focus in any combination of the following: assisting in the design of construction plans, monitoring construction projects by conducting materials testing, project inspection, and documentation.

Education And/or Experience
A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 6 years:

• Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in construction management, engineering, engineering technology mathematics, physical sciences or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered.
• E xperience with a primary focus in any combination of the following: assisting in the design of construction plans, monitoring construction projects by conducting materials testing, project inspection, and documentation will be considered.

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, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official 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.
• As a critical position, required to respond to emergency situations, which typically happens a few times per week.

Preferred Qualifications
Theexceptional applicantwill 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.
• Knowledge and experience with transportation engineering design and/or construction.
• Knowledge and understanding of access and utility permitting and relevant federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience with CDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT M&S Standard plans, and the CDOT Field Materials Manual.
• Familiarity with Colorado Revised Statute, State Highway Access Code ( ), and Model Traffic Code ( .
• Familiarity with understanding how Outdoor Advertising affects the safety of the traveling public ( ).
• Experience with reading engineering plan sets and other pre-construction documents.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
• Ability to partner with a wide variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, and commitments in situations which may be politically sensitive.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
• Passion for safety.
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Gmail and Google Applications, GIS, SAP, SalesForce, SharePoint, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Supplemental Information
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. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
• 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.

Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

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 " " 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, 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 address 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.