Description

The purpose of this position is to ensure that all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) activities associated with the delivery and construction of MnDOT’s Trunk Highway Program comply with the Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and MnDOT standards. Additionally, this position will support the implementation of MnDOT’s Accessibility Program across the department and provide statewide assistance to districts as needed.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM students.  Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Why MnDOT?

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 days paid sick time
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave available
• Some telework may be available
• And more!

How to Apply:

Please Apply Online by 3/23/2026:

Go to www.mn.gov/careers
Click “Search open positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “92485” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
Click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Professional Organization/Association - COMTO
Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Contact for Additional Information:

Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Three (3) years of para-professional engineering experience (e.g., Engineering Specialist) demonstrates the following:

• Experience implementing Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines and standards.
• Experience in the construction and contract administration of accessible pedestrian roadway facilities including curb ramps, sidewalks, and accessible pedestrian signals.
• Experience with roadway construction and contract administration practices and procedures sufficient to interpret, understand and apply engineering plans, specifications and special provisions.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Valid Class D Driver’s License.