Connecticut Careers Trainee - Traffic Safety Engineering (Target Class: Transportation Planner 1)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is currently recruiting for a Connecticut Careers Trainee, target class Transportation Planner 1 in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Division of Traffic Engineering, Traffic Safety Engineering section, in our Newington, CT Headquarters. \r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n Work for an award-winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!\r\n The convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility. All CTDOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways and by public transportation.\r\n \r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS\r\n\r\n First Shift.\r\n Monday - Friday.\r\n Full Time, 40 hours per week\r\n Hybrid (in-office/telework) may be available.\r\n Location: CTDOT Headquarters in Newington, CT.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n KEY RESPONSIBILITIES\r\n \r\n \r\n Support data management, safety analysis, presentations, reporting and GIS mapping for the Office of Engineering as well as external stakeholders.\r\n Run cra and network screening using various software such as Connecticut Crash Data Repository (CCDR) and Connecticut Roadway Safety Management System (CRSMS).\r\n Research, develop, implement and manage digital computer-aided engineering and construction applications, including, but not limited to, project management solutions, infrastructure design solutions, digital workflows, GIS tools and electronic design standards per Traffic Safety requirements.\r\n Data collection using ESRI mobile tools such as Survey123 and Field Maps.\r\n Develop and maintain GIS dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights to staff and leadership.\r\n Contribute to data governance efforts by ensuring data quality and consistency.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Transportation Planner 1 is earned upon successful completion of your training program:\r\n \r\n Candidates with a bachelor’s degree may be eligible to serve a 2-year development program.\r\n Candidates with a master’s degree in a closely related field may be eligible to serve a 1-year development program.\r\n Candidates with three (3) years of professional experience in transportation civil engineering or transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning may be eligible to serve a 3-year development program.\r\n \r\n \r\n SALARY NOTE\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n First year of training:\r\n Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: FS 15 Step 1 ($56,712/year)�\r\n Master's degree: FS 15 Step 2 ($58,753/year)\r\n \r\n \r\n Second year of training:\r\n General rate: FS 15 Step 5 ($64,889/year)\r\n \r\n �\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n The salary for an employee who completes any of the above minimum requirements after initial appointment to the Connecticut Careers Trainee job class will be adjusted commensurate with the schedule above and effective the pay period following the date the master’s degree has been conferred or the pay period following the date the appropriate number of credits as indicated above have been earned.\r\n \r\n For current state employees, compensation will be in accordance with guidelines for computing salary adjustments set forth by the Department of Administrative Services, Determining Salary Upon Change in Class manual.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US\r\n \r\n \r\n As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.�\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates— such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information”.\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!\r\n Stay Connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Brittney Woodley at brittney.woodley@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions;\r\n Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n Oral and written communication skills;�\r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification;\r\n understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic;\r\n read, interpret and understand written material;\r\n perform basic arithmetical computations;\r\n interpret charts, graphs and tables;\r\n learn and reason;\r\n establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public;\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Bachelor’s or master’s degree in: Geography, GIS, Data Science, Data Analytics and Transportation, Urban or Regional Planning or closely related field. \r\n Experience in project management, engineering and ESRI software with working knowledge of ArcMap, ArcPro, Arc GIS Online (AGOL) and MicroStation.\r\n Experience or training in data collection methodologies (i.e. Survey123 & Fields Maps), queries, data analysis and interpretation.\r\n Experience or training with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), or similar software.\r\n Experience meeting deadlines, organizational and time management skills.\r\n Experience or training communicating and working collaboratively within a team and with external groups.\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n