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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County in Pennsylvania
Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County
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Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County
Salary
$69,203.00 - $90,211.00 Annually
Location
Lehigh County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-47086-1112T
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Dstr Off 500
Opening Date
04/14/2026
Closing Date
5/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
1112T
Position Number
00091240
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
080500
Bureau / Division
TR District Office 500
Worksite Address
1002 W Hamilton Street
City
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
18101
Contact Name
Angie Devers
Contact Email
angdevers@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Are you seeking a meaningful opportunity to apply your engineering expertise while supporting essential services across the Commonwealth? The Department of Transportation is searching for a talented and motivated professional to serve as a Civil Engineer (Transportation). In this role, you will provide specialized technical guidance to the Permits Offices in Carbon and Monroe Counties, ensuring that engineering principles and sound judgment are consistently applied to complex permitting decisions. If this opportunity aligns with your professional goals, we encourage you to submit your application today.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will support the Highway Occupancy Permit (HOP) Unit by applying engineering principles to ensure that all permit applications meet established standards, policies, and timelines. You will review designs for new driveways and access points, evaluate field conditions, and collaborate with applicants and local officials to ensure safe and compliant access to state highways. Your work will involve both office-based analysis and field visits throughout Carbon and Monroe Counties, as well as regular work at the District Office in Allentown.
Key Responsibilities
Review Highway Occupancy Permit applications to ensure compliance with engineering standards, regulations, and Department policies.
Evaluate driveway and access designs for safety, drainage, sight distance, and overall engineering suitability.
Conduct field visits and attend meetings with applicants, consultants, municipal officials, and internal staff to discuss access to highway rights-of-way.
Support Carbon and Monroe County Maintenance Organizations by addressing driveway-related safety concerns, including issues caused by water or ice accumulation.
Process occupancy permits, maintain accurate records, manage associated fees, and prepare detailed engineering reports.
Determine the need for security instruments, such as bank letters of credit, based on project scope and engineering estimates.
Review insurance documentation for permitted activities to ensure compliance with Department requirements.
Provide training to staff on the use of engineering and measuring instruments.
Assess the potential impacts of proposed developments on adjacent properties and determine when access or drainage releases are required.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00091240) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time upon successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists ;or
Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Special Requirement:
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
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If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (while employed with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania)?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you have one or more years of civil engineering experience in the transportation specialty?
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No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred associates degree or a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
Yes
No
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Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
Yes
No
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If you responded "Yes", please provide your certification number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEW DOCUMENTSReview highway occupancy, signing and striping, roadway, guiderail, traffic control, detour, and signal plans, etc. to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Provide assistance in correcting errors.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience REVIEWING the various plans listed above to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. I provided assistance in correcting errors.
B. I have experience COMPLETING the various plans listed above. I DO NOT have experience reviewing plans or providing assistance in correcting errors in plans completed by others.
C. I have successfully completed coursework or training related to engineering quality documentation review and quality assurance.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of documents you reviewed.
The type(s) of documents you completed.
Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - COORDINATIONCoordinate with offices performing work in permitting maintenance, right-of-way, and project/contract management to ensure design and construction concerns are addressed for existing and proposed facilities owned by the Department, municipalities, or other entities. Provide guidance in employer policies and engineering standards.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience coordinating with offices performing work in permitting, maintenance, right-of-way, and project/contract management to ensure their design and construction concerns are addressed for existing and proposed facilities. I provided guidance in regard to agency policies and engineering standards.
B. I have experience coordinating with offices performing work in permitting, maintenance, right-of-way, and project/contract management to ensure their design and construction concerns are addressed for existing and proposed facilities. I DID NOT provide guidance in regard to agency policies and engineering standards.
C. I have experience coordinating with various offices to ensure completion of work but NOT in an engineering environment.
D. I have successfully completed coursework or training related to this work behavior.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The groups/offices that you were coordinating.
The type of guidance you were providing to the groups/offices you were coordinating.
Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONCompose written documentation to address requests from municipalities, schools, or private citizens concerning signing, striping, signals, speed studies, traffic counts, detour routes, road closures, etc.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience composing documentation to address requests from municipalities, schools, or private citizens concerning the traffic related topics listed above. I was responsible for the complete document.
B. I have experience composing documentation to address requests from municipalities, schools, or private citizens concerning the traffic related topics listed above. I was responsible for portions or sections of the document.
C. I have experience composing documentation to address requests from individuals or groups NOT concerning a traffic related topic.
D. I have successfully completed coursework or training related to this work behavior such as technical writing, report writing, or non-fiction writing.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The type(s) of documentation you were composing.
Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov