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Summary
Under the DOT Pathways Program, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Professional Development Program (PDP) provides entry-level career development for employees to learn, develop, and apply technical skills to advance the Nation's transportation program. Participants selected under this vacancy matriculate through assignments with seasoned professionals (PDP coaches) as apprentices through mentored on-the-job training in the Civil Engineering (Highway) field.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
09/16/2024 to 12/16/2024
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Salary
$49,025 - $91,582 per year
The salary varies by location. To review the exact salary range per location go to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages
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Pay scale & grade
GS 07 - 09
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Locations
MANY vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—The position may be eligible for telework. This is not a full-time telework position or approved as a remote work position.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel is required to participate in program and project reviews, and to attend meetings, conferences, and workshops. Travel will vary depending on office and project assignments. Some strenuous walking, climbing, or bending may be involved during travel to participate in field reviews. Mountainous terrain or proximity to high traffic volumes may present undesirable conditions during field trips.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— Relocation expenses are authorized for this position.
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Appointment type
Recent Graduates - Paid Excepted Service Appointment - After successful completion of the 24-month Professional Development Program (PDP), you will be assigned to a Civil Engineer (Highway) position. Final placement location will be determined by the Agency.
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Work schedule
Full-time - Full Time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
12
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Financial disclosure
No
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
FHWA.HAD-2024-0103
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Control number
809612000
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Recent graduates
Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.
Clarification from the agency
Opportunities under this Pathways vacancy are only open to eligible Recent Graduates who have graduated, within the past two years, from a qualifying educational institution or certificate program. Veterans have up to six years from degree completion to apply if there was a military service obligation. For additional information please visit:https://highways.dot.gov/careers/professional-development-program-pdp This is not a Bargaining unit position.
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Duties
FHWA's PDP is an entry-level/new employee program designed to introduce participants to the technical, administrative, and program management aspects of administering the Federal-aid Highway and Federal Lands Highway Programs. The PDP is up to 24-months of entry-level career development training for participants to learn and apply technical skills to advance.
The Federal-aid Highway Program supports state highway systems by providing financial assistance for the construction, maintenance, and operations of the nation's 3.9 million-mile highway network. This includes the Interstate Highway System as well as primary highways and secondary, local roads. FHWA is charged with implementing the Federal-aid Highway Program in cooperation with state and local governments.
The mission of the Federal Lands Program is to improve transportation to and within Federal and Tribal Lands by providing technical services to the highway/transportation community as well as building accessible and scenic roads that ensure the many national treasures within our nation's Federal Lands can be enjoyed by all.
As a newly-hired recent graduate serving as a Civil Engineer (Highway) in the PDP, you will:
- Complete three major components: on-the-job training, developmental assignments, and several required training activities.
- Immerse in experiential learning in both FHWA’s Federal-aid and Federal Lands Highway Division Offices, where you will receive on-the-job training through a structured set of learning experiences described in a development plan. Several developmental assignment options may include one or more of the following: design, construction, project development, environment, safety, pavements, materials, research, Intelligent Transportation System, bridge, traffic operations, hydraulics, preventive maintenance, access management, utilities and right-of-way, planning, surveys, geotechnical, value engineering, among others.
The ideal candidate for this position is an entry to beginning level technical engineer who has a desire to learn about the various aspects of technical highway engineering, including but not limited to, highway design, construction, bridge, geotechnical, survey and mapping, hydraulics and materials testing. The ideal candidate should have between 0 to 5 years of experience, be mobile and willing to travel to remote locations for extended periods of time and be able to work independently and in a team environment.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen and meet Pathways Recent Graduate requirements.
- You must meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for this series.
- Review Required Documents Section as documents are required by closing date
- Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
PATHWAYS RECENT GRADUATE PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY - You must:
- have obtained a qualifying associates, bachelors, master's, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years unless military service interfered with a veteran’s eligibility to apply during that 2 year time frame. Veterans meeting the above exclusion may apply within 2 years of discharge or 6 years from the date of receipt of the degree whichever comes first;
- provide required documentation to verify degree has been, or will be, completed prior to appointment; AND
- meet the basic qualification standards outlined under the Qualifications section for this series and grade level.
If selected, you:
- must sign a Pathways Recent Graduate Program Participant Agreement;
- will serve on an excepted service appointment for at least the 24-month trial period;
- will enter a formal training program with a mentor and execute an Individual Development Plan outlining training requirements and program expectations;
- must be provided at least 40 hours of interactive training, directly linked to your employment field, within 45 days of appointment;
- will be assigned a mentor within 90 days of appointment;
- will be evaluated for conversion to a term or permanent appointment in the competitive service at the end of two years.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
- DECLARATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT: Selectee is required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine suitability for federal employment.
- BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
- PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required.
- GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
- TRIAL PERIOD: The recent graduate is in a trial period throughout the entire Pathways Recent Graduate/FHWA PDP appointment.
Qualifications
Please be sure that you have read and meet the following mandatory requirements before proceeding:
- DOT Pathways Recent Graduate Program requirements (outlined under the Requirements section).
- Individual Occupational Requirement for the GS-0810 series (outlined under the Education Requirements section).
Note that current students enrolled in a qualifying degree program can apply if the anticipated graduation date is within six months of the closing date of this announcement. Graduation transcript must be received before start date. Other applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
If the above has been met, then review the following grade specific experience and/or education qualifications to determine if you meet full eligibility before applying:
For the GS-07:
On Experience, you must have at least one year of experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level, which included:
- Experience reviewing engineering regulations or policies.
- Experience applying civil engineering principles and practical concepts related to highway road and system structures, transportation systems, traffic engineering, and modeling.
- Experience conducting analyses to support conclusions or recommendations.
Or on Education, you must have at least 1 year of graduate-level education (above a bachelor's) OR superior academic achievement* at the baccalaureate level.
- *Superior Academic Achievement is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. (In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.)
- 1. Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.
- 2. Grade-point average (G.P.A.) -- Applicants must have a grade-point average of: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
You can also have a combination of graduate education and experience. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application.
For the GS-09:
On Experience, you must have at least one year of experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level, which included:
- Experience reviewing engineering design standards and regulations.
- Experience conducting analytical investigations using the scientific method, modeling, and computational analyses.
- Experience articulating information through various platforms such as discussions, meetings, fact sheets, reports, design documentation, briefings, and presentations.
Or on Education, you must have at least 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or have been awarded a master's or equivalent graduate degree.
You can also have a combination of graduate education and experience. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Civil Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.
- Transportation Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods applicable to planning, designing, and constructing of transportation systems including traffic analysis, signal analysis, highway capacity, pavement design, bridge construction, planning of transportation projects, environmental analysis of transportation facilities, and transportation network analysis.
- Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal clues, and responds appropriately.
For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Education
Individual Occupational Requirement for GS-0810:
A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) that included differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced that first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials; (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials; and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
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B. Combination of education or training: college level education, training and/or technical experience that has furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering.
The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:
- Professional registration or licensure - current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE).
- Written Test - Evidence of having successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination, or any other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
- Specified academic courses - Successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences which included the courses as specified in Paragraph A above.
- Related curriculum - Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field, e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor's degree in engineering, provided the applicant had at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. There should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering type experience. This must be clearly described in your resume.
For more specifics, please see the OPM qualifications standard for GS-800: All Professional Engineering Positions qualifications at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
College or university education -- Educational course work may be at either the undergraduate or graduate level. Successful completion of graduate level courses will be accepted as evidence that an applicant also possesses the knowledge taught in courses at lower levels in the same field.
For more information on the Pathways Program, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/students-recent-graduates/#url=Program-Fact-Sheets
You must provide a copy of ALL of your college/vocational/technical transcript(s). See "Required Documents" section for additional information.
Additional information
MOBILITY AGREEMENT: Appointees will be required to sign a Mobility Agreement. If you decline a position due to geographic location, you will receive no further consideration under this announcement. This agreement states that in order to be placed in the program, or upon graduation from the program, you may be assigned to any location, within the Agency and that you will move to the new duty location. Failure to relocate can be used as the basis for non- selection and failure to relocate after completion of the program can be the basis for your termination from the Federal service.
SERVICE AGREEMENT: Appointees will be required to sign an agreement to continue in service upon completion of the Professional Development Program and serve in the agency for two times the length of the training period (approximately 24 months).
TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework. The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position.
RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE: Recruitment incentive may be considered.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
PLEASE NOTE: This announcement establishes an open continuous (90 day) announcement. Review and referral of applications will be completed on an as needed basis with the initial review occurring on September 30, 2024.
Also note that approval to fill these positions will vary by location. It is possible that some locations listed will not receive approval to hire during the open period of this vacancy. There is no guarantee that applying under this vacancy will result in a referral.
When a location request is received, applicants that selected consideration for that location will be reviewed to determine if they meet (1) the DOT Pathways Recent Graduate Program requirements, then (2) the Individual Occupational Requirements for this series, and then (3) the grade specific qualifications (education and/or specialized experience requirements per requested grade). Applicants must meet all 3 outlined requirements.
All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated by a resume. If, upon review, it is determined that your resume and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application may be removed from consideration.
PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination.
You will not be considered for the position if any part of the application or supporting documentation is incomplete. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or adverse action after hiring.
Ultimately, the Automated Staffing Office is responsible for determining an applicant's eligibility. All applications that are verified to meet all of the requirements will be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants will not be rated or ranked. Qualified Recent Graduates will be referred to the hiring manager in unranked order by veteran preference status: (1) Preference eligible having a compensable, service-connected disability of 10 percent or more; (2) all other candidates eligible for 10-point veteran preference; (3) candidates eligible for 5-point veteran preference; and (4) candidates not eligible for veteran preference.
If you are selected you will not receive additional consideration under this announcement.
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Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
RESUME – Your resume MUST contain specific information used to make a qualification determination that includes employment beginning and ending dates for each position, whether employment is Full-time or Part-time or average number of hours worked per week, and position titles. If the position is/was in the Federal government, you will need to provide the position series and grade level. The resume should show relevant experience and education as well as support the required specialized experience. Formatted resumes may be uploaded later in the application process.
COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE.
TRANSCRIPT(S) ARE REQUIRED FROM ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a transcript with your application to verify eligibility under the DOT Pathways Recent Graduate Program, and also to verify grade requirements if using education to qualify. The transcript may be an unofficial transcript at the time of application, but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements. However, you will need to provide an official transcript before you are given a final job offer.
- Foreign Education: If your education was completed or is from foreign colleges or universities, to meet the qualification requirements you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
- If you possess a current Professional Engineer (PE) license, or have passed the Engineer in Training (EIT) exam, you can provide a copy of your PE license or written documented proof of passing the EIT, but a transcript is still required to verify eligibility under the recent graduate program.
VETERANS: Veterans who were precluded from applying to Pathways vacancies due to their military service obligation must submit documentation that confirms the period of active duty that kept them from applying during the typical 2-year eligibility period. The date of release or discharge from active duty should be later than the date the degree or certificate was obtained. Eligibility for these veterans cannot exceed 6 years from the date on which the degree or certificate was obtained.
- If you wish to be considered as a preference eligible, you need to submit a copy of your DD214 (member-4 copy). Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, that shows the type of discharge and all dates of active duty is required to verify your eligibility. It need not be official.
- If you are claiming preference eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. A SF-15 is desired, but not required.
- Include your qualifying transcript.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. Only complete applications will be considered for the early cut-off's.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at Transjobs@dot.gov.
Agency contact information
Automated Staffing Office
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DOT, FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). When a location request for applicants is submitted, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Referral will be determined based on the documents and information received by your application date. You can update your application at any time thereafter, up to the closing date of the announcement. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration in veteran's preference order. If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the announcement is closed, we will notify all applicants.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Los Angeles, CA
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Sacramento, CA
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Lakewood, CO
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Hartford, CT
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Washington, DC
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Dover, DE
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Orlando, FL
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Tallahassee, FL
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Atlanta, GA
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Honolulu, HI
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Ames, IA
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Boise, ID
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Chicago, IL
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Springfield, IL
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Indianapolis, IN
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Topeka, KS
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Frankfort, KY
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Baton Rouge, LA
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Cambridge, MA
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Baltimore, MD
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Augusta, ME
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Lansing, MI
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Saint Paul, MN
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Jefferson City, MO
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Jackson, MS
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Helena, MT
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Raleigh, NC
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Bismarck, ND
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Lincoln, NE
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Concord, NH
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Trenton, NJ
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Santa Fe, NM
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Carson City, NV
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Albany, NY
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Columbus, OH
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Salem, OR
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Harrisburg, PA
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San Juan, PR
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Providence, RI
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Columbia, SC
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Pierre, SD
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Nashville, TN
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Austin, TX
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Ashburn, VA
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Richmond, VA
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Montpelier, VT
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Olympia, WA
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Vancouver, WA
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Madison, WI
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Charleston, WV
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Cheyenne, WY
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Required Documents
RESUME – Your resume MUST contain specific information used to make a qualification determination that includes employment beginning and ending dates for each position, whether employment is Full-time or Part-time or average number of hours worked per week, and position titles. If the position is/was in the Federal government, you will need to provide the position series and grade level. The resume should show relevant experience and education as well as support the required specialized experience. Formatted resumes may be uploaded later in the application process.
COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE.
TRANSCRIPT(S) ARE REQUIRED FROM ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a transcript with your application to verify eligibility under the DOT Pathways Recent Graduate Program, and also to verify grade requirements if using education to qualify. The transcript may be an unofficial transcript at the time of application, but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements. However, you will need to provide an official transcript before you are given a final job offer.
- Foreign Education: If your education was completed or is from foreign colleges or universities, to meet the qualification requirements you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
- If you possess a current Professional Engineer (PE) license, or have passed the Engineer in Training (EIT) exam, you can provide a copy of your PE license or written documented proof of passing the EIT, but a transcript is still required to verify eligibility under the recent graduate program.
VETERANS: Veterans who were precluded from applying to Pathways vacancies due to their military service obligation must submit documentation that confirms the period of active duty that kept them from applying during the typical 2-year eligibility period. The date of release or discharge from active duty should be later than the date the degree or certificate was obtained. Eligibility for these veterans cannot exceed 6 years from the date on which the degree or certificate was obtained.
- If you wish to be considered as a preference eligible, you need to submit a copy of your DD214 (member-4 copy). Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, that shows the type of discharge and all dates of active duty is required to verify your eligibility. It need not be official.
- If you are claiming preference eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. A SF-15 is desired, but not required.
- Include your qualifying transcript.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. Only complete applications will be considered for the early cut-off's.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at Transjobs@dot.gov.
Agency contact information
Automated Staffing Office
- Address
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DOT, FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). When a location request for applicants is submitted, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Referral will be determined based on the documents and information received by your application date. You can update your application at any time thereafter, up to the closing date of the announcement. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration in veteran's preference order. If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the announcement is closed, we will notify all applicants.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Los Angeles, CA
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Sacramento, CA
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Lakewood, CO
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Hartford, CT
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Washington, DC
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Dover, DE
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Orlando, FL
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Tallahassee, FL
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Atlanta, GA
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Honolulu, HI
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Ames, IA
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Boise, ID
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Chicago, IL
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Springfield, IL
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Indianapolis, IN
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Topeka, KS
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Frankfort, KY
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Baton Rouge, LA
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Cambridge, MA
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Baltimore, MD
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Augusta, ME
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Lansing, MI
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Saint Paul, MN
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Jefferson City, MO
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Jackson, MS
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Helena, MT
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Raleigh, NC
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Bismarck, ND
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Lincoln, NE
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Concord, NH
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Trenton, NJ
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Santa Fe, NM
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Carson City, NV
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Albany, NY
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Columbus, OH
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Salem, OR
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Harrisburg, PA
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San Juan, PR
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Providence, RI
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Columbia, SC
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Pierre, SD
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Nashville, TN
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Austin, TX
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Ashburn, VA
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Richmond, VA
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Montpelier, VT
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DOT, FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States