PROJECT COORDINATOR

State of Idaho • Rigby, ID

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About The Position

The Project Coordinator position at the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) in Rigby, Idaho, is designed for a proactive and self-motivated individual who will manage all District 6 permits as part of the Traffic and Operations team. This role involves ensuring a safe and efficient state highway system through meticulous attention to detail and outstanding communication skills. The successful candidate will process encroachment applications and demonstrate leadership and relationship-building skills while working closely with local agencies and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience in planning and implementing projects.
• Experience in developing, promoting, and gaining project support.
• Ability to interpret and explain specialized or complex material into information usable by the public.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Idaho Standards and Specification's Manual for compliance of encroachment applications.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and IDAPA access regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal and State safety regulations, including the MUTCD.
• Knowledge of GIS and ProjectWise and electronic filing.
• Skilled at speaking tactfully.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage permit processing timelines.
• Research past permit applications, property deeds, right-of-way access control, and federal/state/ITD requirements.
• Interpret and implement Idaho Administrative Procedures Act (IDAPA) encroachment regulations regarding permit/development applications and permit denials.
• Identify and coordinate with local cities/counties/partnering agencies to address access management concerns.
• Provide consultation and assistance to ITD's Maintenance Foreman on permit oversight after approval.
• Participate in legal hearings and local meetings as a technical subject matter expert on traffic engineering and access management.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding access and utility installations, safety concerns, and lane restrictions due to permitted work.
• Discuss options and make recommendations for dispute resolution of permit applicants.
• Coordinate between developer/agency stakeholders and ITD Traffic Engineer by scheduling and participating in pre-application encroachment scoping meetings.
• Compose precise and concise approval or denial letters that can withstand an appeals process.
• Work with electronic files and GIS.
• Assist the Traffic and Operations team with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• PERSI retirement benefits
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid parental leave
• 11 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed