**Working Title: Assistant Scoping Coordinator/Cost Estimator** **Job Class: State Program Administrator, Technical Specialist** **Agency: Transportation Dept** + **Job ID** : 83935 + **Location** : Roseville + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/06/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/12/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Metro / Project Documentation + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $23.26 - $32.79 / hourly; $48,566 - $68,465 / annually + **Classified Status** : Permanent Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Project Documentation + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position is located at the Waters Edge building in Roseville. The incumbent may have the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule. The incumbent will be required to report onsite at least once/month but may be required to work onsite more depending on business needs. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. **The purpose of this position is to serve as a contact in assisting with the coordination of the Metro District's Scoping Process for projects within the MnDOT Metro District trunk highway programs. This position works across functional boundaries to identify project needs and elements in developing projects and advises functional groups in scoping activities.** **The position also assists the Cost Estimator in ensuring that all cost estimates are accurate.** **The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. **Minimum Qualifications** + **Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite sufficient to write formulas for filtering data and to create, maintain and update lists, tables, logs and reports; perform word processing to create documents; data entry experience sufficient to research projects, scan, update, and verify information; and to accurately enter data into spreadsheets and other databases to generate reports.** + **Math skills sufficient to ensure calculation of complete and accurate cost estimate records and to balance and resolve discrepancies so both internal and external customers have appropriate data to make decisions regarding project funding needs.** + **Experience coordinating, facilitating, compiling, and presenting project information between multiple functional groups sufficient for Project Managers to complete project scoping packages.** **If advanced to the finalist pool, in addition to the preceding minimum qualifications, you will be assessed on the following criteria during a job interview:** + **Human relations skills to provide guidance on technical processes and projects, consultation, consensus building and negotiations with multiple parties.** + **Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to a variety of customers in person, on the phone, and through email.** + **Oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively with internal and external customers; prepare responses to routine inquiries; and present clear and concise explanations orally and in writing in a professional and understandable manner.** **Preferred Qualifications** + **Experience using graphic workstations such as CAD, Microstation, Geopak, and other design software.** + **Cost-estimating practices and processes sufficient to assist in the compilation, maintenance and distribution of cost estimating information.** + **Knowledge of project scoping processes sufficient to assist in coordination of project scoping packages.** **Additional Requirements** It is our policy that all candidates successfully submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + Sema 4 Records Check + Criminal History Check + Employee Reference Check + Education/License Verification AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.