Salary : $4,770.00 - $8,589.00 Monthly
Location : Chase, LA
Job Type: Promotion
Job Number: 58/50696658/ETS/7.2.2026-SG
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 58- Chase
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
58/50696658/ETS/7.2.2026-SG
District 58- Engineering Technician Supervisor (Design)
*** THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT DOTD PERMANENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES ONLY ***
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.
As a sub-professional expert for the District 58 Design Section, you will supervise staff and direct highly complex, specialized highway design projects while enforcing state and federal standards.
This position is located in
Franklin Parish, District 58/Unit 170 and reports to
the Design Engineer.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus five years of sub-professional engineering experience; OR
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus five years of sub-professional engineering experience; OR
Thirty semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics; OR
A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management or construction technology.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Analyze survey data independently to generate precise, standard-compliant highway project plans.
- Formulate alignments, drainage, striping layouts, and super elevations using AASHTO, MUTCD, and DOTD manuals.
- Prepare detailed project specifications using the latest DOTD Standard Specifications.
- Supervise daily operations, delegate technical assignments, and review subordinate work for accuracy.
- Coordinate with survey crews, utilities, contractors, and public agencies to gather project data.
- Conduct performance evaluations, deliver technical training, and provide conflict resolution for subordinates.
- Participate in structured training and required continuing education
- Support emergency/disaster response activities when needed
Position-Specific Details:
Compensation:
Annual Salary of $57,242.00- $103,064.00
This position receives Premium Pay of an additional $1.00/hourly for every hour worked.
Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.
Appointment Type: Promotional
This position is open only to current permanent classified DOTD employees and may be filled by detail to special duty.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Callie Harrell
District 58- ADA of Engineering
318-412-3215
callie.harrell@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
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Are you a current permanent classified LA DOTD employee?
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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?
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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?
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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
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To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
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What are your career interests?
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Have you completed thirty semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please type each course name, semester hours earned, and the accredited university. If you answered "no", type N/A.Example: CE 3700 - Introduction to Civil Engineering - 3 hrs - LSU
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