Intermittent Researcher 3, Office of Technical Services, PN 20072207

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

15h

About The Position

Intermittent Researcher 3, Office of Technical Services, PN 20072207

What You Will Do: You will utilize ODOT data collection vehicles to travel throughout the state to collect pavement surface characteristic data and ride quality data. You will work with other departmental units, outside agencies and consultants to provide data collection and reporting. You will support construction oversight by collecting and analyzing road profile data to verify contractor compliance with smoothness specifications. You will serve as a technical resource by responding to internal and external data requests and preparing reports and presentations.

Benefits to you: · Enjoy an excellent work/life balance. · Experience growth opportunities within organization. For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website !

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Requirements

• 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in planning & conducting research studies using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques & preparing reports, records &/or technical evaluations related to research conducted.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Researcher 2, 66922.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Research
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Travels throughout the state approximately 90% of the time with most of the trips requiring overnight stays.
• Nightwork up to 10%.
• This position is 1000 hours maximum.
• ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
• All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.
• This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.
• If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract.
• This position is unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29).
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Responsibilities

• Utilize ODOT data collection vehicles to travel throughout the state to collect pavement surface characteristic data and ride quality data.
• Work with other departmental units, outside agencies and consultants to provide data collection and reporting.
• Support construction oversight by collecting and analyzing road profile data to verify contractor compliance with smoothness specifications.
• Serve as a technical resource by responding to internal and external data requests and preparing reports and presentations.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed