Salary

$25.75 Hourly

Location

Lincoln, NE

Job Type

PERM FULL TIME

Department of Transportation

Job Number

02700690

As a Nebraska Department of Transportation employee, you will join a team of 2,000 dedicated professionals performing important work to provide Nebraska with a safe and efficient transportation system. We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. We provide training and career development, advancement opportunities, ample paid time off, work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a matching retirement contribution of 156%.

Coordinate special projects, such as department and Governor initiatives, as assigned. Communicate with designers, engineers, local public agencies (LPAs), and consultants regarding completeness and accuracy of project information and documentation under review; explain required information and procedures for public involvement activities required on federal aid projects and/or by Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT); recommend actions to correct errors and deficiencies within the process of program and project delivery. Review, write, rewrite, and edit documents according to the Revised Code of Federal Regulations, Nebraska State Statutes, NDOT Rules and Regulations, NDOT's Public Involvement Procedures, Title VI, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and any other Federal/State oversight agency with jurisdictional requirements applicable to NDOT highway improvement projects and environmental or civil rights implementation. Although limited clerical assistance is provided, will also be responsible for: preparing official correspondance, public notices, project and process information, scheduling the public notices, news releases, meeting logistics, compiling and distributing solicited public comments and drafting appropriate responses per NDOT Public Involvement Procedures. Investigate and document when project information is incomplete/inaccurate. Identify and assess risks to the project delivery process. This will include tracking project progression and documenting risks as well as recommending options to mitigate risk with the intent to streamline processes and procedures to improve project/program delivery. Provide assistance to Supervisor and NDOT management, as needed. Maintain communication between the Public Involvement Unit, other NDOT sections and divisions, consultants, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regarding proper procedures, regulations, policies, and process changes.

REQUIREMENTS: Two year post high school degree or equivalent coursework/training in public administration, business administration, communications, regional or community planning, social sciences, education, or human rights, and one year of experience in project management, public policy, marketing and/or planning. Additional years of experience in comparable fields of work listed may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree in communication, pre-law, business or related degree. Experience working in public involvement, public affairs, pre-law, business, business communications and/or specializing in government or administration assistance. Experience reviewing technical public documents, interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and processes. Experience reviewing and evaluating administrative records and reports, writing for legal documents or proven commensurate training.

OTHER: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Must be available for out of town overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

Experience and proven knowledge of community organization practices. Knowledge of Codes of Federal Regulations and NEPA. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong computer skills and ability to use PA systems, current technology and information systems. Ability to work with a team and maintain consistency while meeting strict deadlines. Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and be detail oriented.

TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nebraska