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Operates the Pavement Management System (PMS), manages data quality control checks of vendor-collected pavement condition data, and assists in the development and implementation of the Asset Management Plan (AMP). This role involves reviewing engineering plans and the Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, interpreting cost estimates, analyzing complex multidimensional data to predict performance, recognizing and resolving errors in datasets, writing Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio scripts, and conducting life-cycle cost analyses. The position provides statewide technical support for Asset Management and Pavement Preservation programs.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Operates the Pavement Management System software. Supports the Pavement Management and Pavement Design teams as needed. Responds to data requests from a variety of stakeholders. Utilize ArcGIS, Microsoft SQL and Excel for data analysis. Writes documents and creates charts/diagrams/presentations as needed.

Works with contractor and GIS team on quality checks of contractor collected pavement condition survey data. Establishes quality check procedures after collection. Import and analyze pavement condition data in ArcGIS and Microsoft SQL Server.

Provides technical support for Asset Management including consistency report analysis & documentation, life cycle cost analysis for the AMP and the Long-Range Transportation Plan. Performs analysis utilizing the Pavement Management System and assists with development of the AMP update.

Attends professional work seminars, meetings, and conferences to represent ADOT. Serves as a subject matter expert and provides feedback on research projects as needed.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to design, development, construction and maintenance of the state highway system
Federal and state statutes, agency standards, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to AASHTO, ASTM, FHWA specifications
Safety and public relations practices
Methods, procedures and techniques utilized in management of assigned resources
Computer applications as they pertain to area of assignment (Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)
Research techniques related to highly complex assignments

Skill in/with:

Complete assignments accurately and with minimal errors and attention to detail
Analyze, organize, and present complex technical data
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches
Work with supervisors and leadership
Expert oral and written communications
Writes technical reports pertaining to subject matter and assignments
Communicates effectively in writing based on the audience and technical needs
Verbal and interpersonal skills as applied to contacts with peers, public governmental agencies and stakeholders
Develop and implement appropriate standard procedures and priorities related to area of assignment

Ability to:

Identify and characterize practical engineering problems into correct mathematical or computer models and seek the most efficient solutions
Comprehend and solve highly complex, multi-dimensional asset management problems
Process information logically
Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems and exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions

Professional Engineer (PE) License
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related Engineering field.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.