Position Summary
The incumbent will assist with all aspects of Road Safety Audits from setting up the organizing the meetings, providing the analysis, facilitating the meeting and reviewing the accompanying report. This will also include communicating with consultants, local, regional, State and Federal personnel. The person will need familiarity with the Highway Safety Manual for countermeasure selection, evaluation and prioritization of recommendations and projects. The incumbent will need to conduct field work related to highway safety, speed zoning and other Traffic/Safety needs. Furthermore, the person in this position assists with all aspects of crash data analysis including geocoding crashes, pulling/redacting crashes, summarizing data and compiling/mapping results.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts analyses of safety issues through research \& use of the IMPACT and supervises others (including CEIs, interns and co\-ops) in (https://apps.impact.dot.state.ma.us/cdp/home) and other means.
- Assists in performing crash analysis of potential HSIP projects.
- Attends/assists Road Safety Audits (including preparations of collision diagrams and summaries, report reviews) and teaches CEIs and interns how to perform this task.
- Locates crashes and assists in development / identification of top crash locations.
- Pulls and redacts crashes.
- Reviews alternative safety analysis evaluations, Functional Design Reports, Tech Memos, Plans, Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) and other information focusing on safety.
- Organizes materials for specific crash requests and site visits.
- Conducts roadway infrastructure safety inspections in the field for projects based on specific requests.
- Understands and uses Highway Safety Manual methodologies.
- Conducts tasks as needed for Traffic and Safety on specified tasks, project reviews, etc.
- Works on development and implementation of low\-cost systemic safety projects.
- Assists with FHWA and other safety initiatives on development and implementation of low\-cost systemic safety projects.
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722\.
- For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935\.
This position is eligible for a five\-thousand dollar ($5,000\) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1\) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2\) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.
About MassDOT
The 4,000\+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot\-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail \& Transit. Headquarters (Planning \& Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4\) divisions.
Qualifications Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full\-time, or equivalent part\-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials, of which (B) at least one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions
I. An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering\\ or civil engineering technology\\ may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.\*
II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in civil engineering\\ or civil engineering technology\\, may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.\*
III. A Graduate degree with a major in civil engineering\\, may be substituted for the required experience.\*
\\NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, soils, sanitary, environmental, drafting, highway, architectural, mining, airport and materials.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self\-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Civil Engineer IIPrimary Location: United States\-Massachusetts\-Boston\-10 Park PlazaJob: EngineeringAgency: Massachusetts Department of TransportationSchedule: Full\-timeShift: DayJob Posting: Apr 3, 2026, 1:18:26 PMNumber of Openings: 1Salary: 84,427\.44 \- 118,440\.71 YearlyIf you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann \- 8573688541Bargaining Unit: DOTConfidential: NoPotentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes