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Rail Safety Specialist Series
$77k-101k (estimate)
Full Time | Public Administration
0 Months Ago
State of Missouri is Hiring a Rail Safety Specialist Series Near Jefferson, MO
Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.Job Location:105 W Capitol Drive, Jefferson City, MO
This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $54,953.76 and a senior starting salary of $59,350.08Why You’ll Love This PositionThe rail safety specialist performs program administration activities related to railroad and/or passenger rail, including light rail and Amtrak. Responsibilities include administration of state and federal funds necessary for program operations, crossing and other rail safety projects, and oversight of improvements and expansion. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.
MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. If you are hired as an entry-level Safety Specialist, this opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.
At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $54,953.76 and a senior starting salary of $59,350.08Why You’ll Love This PositionThe rail safety specialist performs program administration activities related to railroad and/or passenger rail, including light rail and Amtrak. Responsibilities include administration of state and federal funds necessary for program operations, crossing and other rail safety projects, and oversight of improvements and expansion. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.
MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. If you are hired as an entry-level Safety Specialist, this opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.
- Assists with prioritizing prospective rail crossing project upgrades; works with and responds to inquiries from cities, counties, and railroads on rail grade-crossing projects; coordinates diagnostic review inspections; identifies potential closures.
- Administers the grade crossing construction program; recommends when projects are ready for inspection; maintains communication with railroads, divisions, and districts regarding rail infrastructure projects.
- Notifies inspectors of projects impacting their area of expertise; updates project tracking and grade-crossing inventory databases; reviews and makes recommendations regarding railroad signal plans, design criteria, and bill payment; prepares and transmits agreements to railroads and public agencies; may testify in hearings in grade-crossing signal cases.
- Investigates requests for railroad crossing upgrades and prepares report of findings; investigates applications for rail system improvements and modifications such as requests for upgraded railroad crossing warning devices, and prepares report of recommendations.
- Assists supervisor in the development of the section’s annual priority list of crossings, corridor projects, and security plans by identifying rail system security concerns.
- High School Diploma or GET/HiSET and four years of experience in railroad and transit operations, program administration, funds administration, or related field, OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or related field.
- Job requires regular, statewide, overnight travel.
- Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
- Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.
At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
SALARY
$77k-101k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/25/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
06/08/2024
WEBSITE
mo.gov
HEADQUARTERS
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
SIZE
>50,000
TYPE
Private
CEO
MIKE PARSON
REVENUE
$10B - $50B
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
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