Engineer Land Use

Title: Engineer Land Use

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $71,867-$116,784

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Louisa Residency

Agency Website: Virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a Land Development Engineer for its Culpeper District to assist with the administration of land development, permits and subdivision inspection and acceptance for the Louisa area. The incumbent will network with local government officials, developers, consultants, and VDOT staff to assess the soundness of designs and the impacts of land development applications. Will perform technical review of engineering plans such as site plan, subdivision, roadway, and utility plans. Interprets land use and commercial entrance permit applications and assists in the issuance and inspection/quality control of permits for work occurring within VDOT right of ways.

As an Engineer Land Use, your primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Teamwork and Customer Service

Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values, and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.

Analysis and Technical Reporting

Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.

Plan Review

Coordinate plan reviews with the district's responsible charge engineer, project developer, engineer and local jurisdictions for residential and commercial developments. Enter, track, organize and monitor workload and perform all required tasks. Keep multiple project reviews on schedule with limited supervisory assistance.

Manage Assigned Activities

Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.

Technical Review

Provide technical reviews for preliminary plans, site plans, detailed construction plans and record plats for residential and commercial developments. Provide technical review for utility plans and other infrastructure plans. Review and comment on plans for land development proposals.

Special Assignments

Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.

Assist in the Land Use Permitting Function

Prepare correspondence and process forms and applications. Review documents and plans pertaining to land use permits.

Engineering Process Management

Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Communication

Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.

Project Engineering

Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience applying subdivision street requirements, entrance standards and road design standards.

• Experience applying roadway geometric design and other engineering principles.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to interact successfully with internal and external customers.

• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret construction plans, local ordinances and zoning requirements.

• Experience applying land use permit policies, construction practices, materials requirements, and street acceptance procedures.

Additional Considerations

• PE license or EIT certification.

• Experience in land development plan review.

• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.

• Experience in the application of engineering principles to highway construction projects.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application or optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application or resume lacking relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications or resumes submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Why Choose VDOT:
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision is also available. Also, the State funds a Short and Long Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity, and collaboration of work that values differences. We encourage all those who apply to review our values and ethics. Click here to review http://www.virginiadot.org/about/mission andvalues.asp. If you share these values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.
VDOT is driven by safety, service to the community, and commitment to excellence! If you are driven by innovation and a passion for roadway maintenance, we want you to join our team to keep Virginia moving. As an Engineer Land Use, you will use our foundational drivers to play a crucial role in shaping the highways that connect communities and drive progress across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Allen

Phone: 540-642-8401

Email: Alyssa.allen@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.