TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST II - Pierre, SD Job #11-2200-08042000 (A separate application is needed for each Job #). South Dakota Department of Transportation, Planning and Engineering/Planning and Programs Salary: $15.21 per hour minimum, salary negotiable within N17 Range Position Purpose: This position is the liaison between the South Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) of Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and Sioux City. This position: * advises DOT upper management of the MPO activities and studies that will affect DOT interests; * represents DOT at MPO technical advisory and executive policy committee meetings that include high-level elected and appointed officials from the state's largest cities and counties; * ensures compliance with state and federal statutes, rules and regulations, and policies; * coordinates special studies; * compiles and prepares studies, presentations, memoranda, letters, plans, and responses as required; * coordinates local and regional corridor studies; * coordinates street and highway improvements between the state and MPO; * approves MPO work activities; * provides technical assistance using computerized traffic forecasting models. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: * modes of transportation; * sources of state and federal highway revenue; * statistical methods and their applications; * principles and practices of planning; * traffic forecasting; * public administration; * revenue forecasting as it is related to public finance; * fiscal procedures; * grant procedures; * applicable federal and state regulations. Ability to: * plan and organize research activities and studies; * gather, analyze, and interpret data; * interpret applicable laws and regulations and apply them appropriately; * assess problems and determine corrective actions or alternatives; * use a computer and appropriate applications; * coordinate work activities with other agencies; * represent DOT interests with high-level local officials; * meet and work effectively with the public; * communicate sufficiently to moderate meetings and facilitate public involvement. Comments: Travel is required each month in various parts of the state, usually overnight. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: A questionnaire will be mailed to you after your application is received by the Bureau of Personnel. The questionnaire must be completed and returned to the Bureau of Personnel, 500 East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501. Your application will not be considered without the questionnaire. Closing Date: Until Filled FOR AN APPLICATION PLEASE CONTACT: (Online application available at website) South Dakota Bureau of Personnel Central Office Capitol Building 500 East Capitol Avenue Pierre, SD 57501-5070 (605) 773-3148 (605) 773-4344 (fax) http://www.state.sd.us/bop/bop.htm