Utility Agent

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 agereg@mt.gov.

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.

Required Education and Experience:

·        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.

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·        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.

Other Information

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.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.