Steward Supervisor Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Nevada Department of Transportation is hiring for a Manager 2, Professional Engineer located in Elko, NV. This position is responsible for managing assigned construction contracts and provides supervision to the District Traffic Engineer and other team members.

Collaborate with various NDOT Divisions and oversee district-level contracts, agreements, stormwater compliance, and roadway operations. Direct Stewardship Projects from application through final acceptance and handle fleet and equipment management. Ensure and promote safety across all projects and field crews.

Functions as a construction project manager within a district. ** Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa

Please note that this position is on-site and does not offer remote work options. The Job Duties section listed in this announcement reflects the Statewide Class Specifications for all positions and does not fully correlate with the specific duties of this position. ** Managers in this series are Professional Engineers (P.E.) who plan, coordinate and oversee projects, programs and consultant contracts/agreements; perform professional engineering functions requiring analysis involving the application of advanced principles and abstract concepts in the development of unique solutions to solve difficult problems; develop policies, procedures and long and short range goals

Essential Qualifications Current licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and three years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience in a supervisory or responsible project charge capacity; OR licensure and an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as a Manager I, Professional Engineer in Nevada State service; OR three years of experience as a Supervisor, Professional Engineer in Nevada State service. Job Duties Interact and communicate with internal managers administrators as well as executives, officials and regulatory representatives to solve problems and negotiate solutions involving conflict or controversy requiring interpretation/application of policy or to negotiate solutions within policy guidelines. Direct and manage subordinate staff including subordinate supervisors; establish work performance standards and evaluate performance; recommend and initiate disciplinary action when necessary by reviewing circumstances, seriousness of offense, impacts, and probable cause to maintain fair and impartial control and to uphold the department's standards of performance; organize, coordinate and delegate projects and assignments

Represent the department at various hearings, meetings, conferences, public news media interviews, and at city and county council meetings to provide information and answer questions pertaining to federal and State rules and regulations and department policies, procedures and projects. Assist in budget development by recommending division, branch or section operational needs and other pertinent cost factors; attend finance, staff and status meetings to represent the division, branch or section. Provide technical engineering assistance to staff and various committees and groups; testify in court proceedings and claims against the department to provide oral and written testimony, as required, and serve as an expert witness in lawsuits and other court matters.

Perform related duties as assigned. Under general direction, incumbents function as either the head of a major work unit in a division within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources such as Environmental Protection or Water Resources. Manager II, Professional Engineer positions are distinguished from the Manager I, Professional Engineer positions by the greater degree of complexity in the nature of work performed and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities This class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Detailed knowledge of: mathematics, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics to perform calculations and professional engineering work; engineering principles and practices; principles of organization and management in an engineering environment; civil engineering terminology.

Working knowledge of: management fundamentals in order to determine and revise priorities, assign tasks, influence personnel, and improve production. Ability to: communicate orally using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and provide information and to explain policies and procedures to persons of varying levels of engineering expertise; read, interpret, and determine the effect of technical documents, research reports, engineering journals, and federal and State regulations; review and critique the work of other personnel; make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with federal, state and local governments; adapt to anticipated and unanticipated changes due to internal or external factors in order to reach organizational goals and objectives; reason logically; work a varied schedule; travel on short notice for business purposes; respond to rapid changes in conversation involving difficult questions; think through the consequences of a decision before making it; negotiate, exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at a decision, conclusion or solution; solve conflicts by identifying the problem, determining its effects, analyzing alternate solutions, choosing the optimum solution, and taking the necessary action to implement the solution; foster a stimulating, accepting learning environment; and all knowledge, skills and abilities required at the lower level. Recruiter Contact Information: Kristen Burke - kburke@dot.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them

All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.