**Working Title: Construction Materials Instruction Specialist and Lab Leader** **Job Class: Engineering Specialist** **Agency: Transportation Dept** + **Job ID** : 80376 + **Location** : Maplewood + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 09/20/2024 + **Closing Date** : 10/03/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC + **Division/Unit** : Materials / Materials & Road Research + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,957 - $96,006 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers + **Last Incumbent** : Donald Horman + **Supervisor Name** : John Micheau + **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. ** 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. This position is located at our Materials Lab in Maplewood and will initially have some flexibility to telecommute, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. Once the new program Training Center is open, the incumbent may be expected to work in the Maplewood office nearly full time. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The employee in this position is responsible for preparing and delivering a variety of instructional material for the Technical Certification Program (TCP) to ensure that certified technicians are qualified to sample, test, and inspect roadway materials. Based out of the Office of Materials and Road Research (OMRR), they prepare the new Training Center labs and classrooms for TCP classes and serve as lead lab instructor for Lab Sessions. They work with District staff statewide to promote uniformity and consistency for the Quality Assurance Program and work with materials specialists, outside agencies, and other specialists to keep educational materials current and effective. **Minimum Qualifications** Three years para-engineering experience (at the Transportation Specialist level or equivalent) that demonstrates: + Experience with construction, materials specifications, and field inspection practices; including bituminous, concrete, and aggregate lab and field testing. + Experience with quality assurance, quality control sampling and testing methods. + Experience working with the State’s Independent Assurance inspectors. + Experience in providing instruction and coaching. + Experience with databases and Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. + Certification in the following: Aggregate Production Tester, Bituminous Plant Tester, Concrete Field Tester, and Grading & Base Tester. **Preferred Qualifications** + Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to give presentations. **Additional Requirements** **Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical. 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. 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