Utility Agent

State of Montana • Helena, MT

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for two Utility Agents. These positions coordinate utility relocation projects and railroad involvements by partnering with other areas within the Project Development & Delivery program. Responsible for administering contracts for project-related work. Alos responsible for providing input and review of subsurface utility engineer projects. One position will be in the Utility Construction Section and one position will be in the Utility Engineering section. Both positions work out of the Helena office. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected] . Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: · Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance · Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families · State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) · Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek · Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays · Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness · Benefits apply on first day of employment · Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website\: https
://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Required Application Materials: · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in Utilities, Right of Way, Engineering, or a related field.
• Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 6 years of related experience.
• Skill in directing, organizing, and coordinating multiple staff and projects.
• Ability to examine, interpret and translate technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to learn the state and federal regulations pertaining to utility placement and relocation.
• Driver’s record will be verified.
• Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
• Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

Responsibilities

• coordinate utility relocation projects
• coordinate railroad involvements
• administering contracts for project-related work
• providing input and review of subsurface utility engineer projects

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level