PROJECT COORDINATOR

Description

State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is seeking someone who is proactive and self-motivated for a Project Coordinator position located in Rigby, Idaho. This may a great opportunity for you to utilize your meticulous attention to detail and outstanding communication skills.

This position will manage all District 6 permits as part of the Traffic and Operations team (i.e. utility, special events, encroachments, and single family / large-scale development approaches) and recommend innovative strategies to assist in ensuring a safe and efficient state highway system. The successful incumbent will have experience in processing encroachment applications and demonstrate outstanding leadership and relationship-building skills as well as a high level of professionalism.

Example of Duties

• Monitor and manage permit processing timelines;
• Research past permit applications, property deeds, right-of-way access control and federal/state/ITD requirements and responsible for ensuring application details complement with future projects and developments;
• Interpret and implement Idaho Administrative Procedures Act (IDAPA) encroachment regulations regarding permit/development applications and permit denials;
• Identify and work in close coordination with applicable local cities/counties/partnering agencies to address access management concerns;
• Provide consultation and assistance to ITD's Maintenance Foreman on permit oversight after the permit is approved;
• Participate in legal hearings and other local meetings as a technical subject matter expert on traffic engineering and access management;
• Responds to public inquiries for access and utility installations, safety concerns and information regarding lane restrictions due to permitted work with the state right-of-way;
• Discuss options and make recommendations for dispute resolution of permit applicants;
• Provide coordination between developer/agency stakeholders and ITD Traffic Engineer by scheduling, participating, and negotiating at the pre-application encroachment scoping meetings to review IDAPA regulations, discuss potential design conflicts, and recommend innovative access solutions;
• Compose approval or denial letters that are precise and concise and will standup in an appeals process;
• Working with electronic files and GIS;
• Other duties as assigned to assist the Traffic and Operations team. Tasks may include the development of SIA projects, approve oversized permits and assist with traffic studies.

Minimum Qualifications: 

 Experience: 

• Planning and implementing projects 
• Developing, promoting and gaining project support 
• Interpreting and explaining specialized or complex material into information usable by the public 

Desired skills

• Knowledge of Idaho Standards and Specification's Manual, to ensure compliance of encroachment applications;
• Knowledge of Federal, State and IDAPA access regulations;
• Knowledge of Federal and State safety regulations to include the MUTCD and its application for the protection of the traveling public;
• knowledge of GIS and ProjectWise and electronic filing;
• Skilled at speaking tactfully.

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected]. 

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.