CS-214
REV 8/2007
1. Position Code
TRAENGEA12R
State of Michigan
Civil Service Commission
Capitol Commons Center, P.O. Box 30002
Lansing, MI 48909
Federal privacy laws and/or state
confidentiality requirements protect
a portion of this information.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This form is to be completed by the person that occupies the position being described and reviewed by the
supervisor and appointing authority to ensure its accuracy. It is important that each of the parties sign and
date the form. If the position is vacant, the supervisor and appointing authority should complete the form.
This form will serve as the official classification document of record for this position. Please take the time to
complete this form as accurately as you can since the information in this form is used to determine the proper
classification of the position. THE SUPERVISOR AND/OR APPOINTING AUTHORITY SHOULD
COMPLETE THIS PAGE.
2. Employee’s Name (Last, First, M.I.)
8. Department/Agency
Vacant
3. Employee Identification Number
Transportation/5901
9. Bureau (Institution, Board, or Commission)
Bureau of Development
4. Civil Service Classification of Position
10. Division
Transportation Engineer-E (9/10/P11)
5. Working Title of Position (What the agency titles the
position)
11. Section
Environmental Section
Hydraulic Design Engineer
6. Name and Classification of Direct Supervisor
12. Unit
Christopher Potvin, EML 14
7. Name and Classification of Next Higher Level Supervisor
Hydraulics
13. Work Location (City and Address)/Hours of Work
Kristin Schuster, EML 16
425 W. Ottawa St., Lansing, MI 48933
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (or as approved by supervisor)
14. General Summary of Function/Purpose of Position
This is an entry/intermediate/journey level position which calculates and reviews the hydraulic/hydrologic data needed to
design the proper hydraulic capacity of transportation facilities such as culverts, bridges, storm sewers and storm water
storage.
For Civil Service Use Only
15. Please describe your assigned duties, percent of time spent performing each duty, and explain what is done
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to complete each duty.
List your duties in the order of importance, from most important to least important. The total percentage
of all duties performed must equal 100 percent.
Duty 1
General Summary of Duty 1
% of Time
50
Design the transportation facilities required to properly convey water and drainage through/along the MDOT Right of Way
without damage to the traveled roadway or adjacent private property.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
 Prepare hydraulic analyses, including water surface profiles, and scour analysis, for bridges and culverts which meet the intent
of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.
 Utilize knowledge of hydraulic and transportation engineering principles in hydraulic design.
 Designs must conform to all environmental and drainage laws as they relate to waterway crossings.
 Prepare hydraulic reports for Michigan Department of Environmental Quality concurrence with the state floodplain statutes.
 Prepare countermeasure design calculations for road embankments, bridge abutments, and bridge piers.
Duty 2
General Summary of Duty 2
% of Time
30
Review the hydraulic/hydrologic design for such transportation facilities as culverts, bridges, and storm sewers when the design is
done by other MDOT design units, local government agencies and/or consulting engineers.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
 Review drainage reports submitted by TSC’s and their consultants and provide comment to assure drainage system
components meet MDOT standards.
 Participate in meetings with regions, TSC’s, and their consultants to address hydraulic issues on projects.
 Provide written and oral communication to regions, TSC’s and their consultants to document hydraulic issues/concerns.
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Duty 3
General Summary of Duty 3
% of Time
20
Provide design data for litigation proceedings; determine participation percentages for joint local government/MDOT culvert,
county drain, and storm sewer projects; design of preliminary and final construction plans, and miscellaneous duties as assigned by
the unit leader.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
 Compute storm water run-off values using knowledge of soils, topography and hydraulic principles.
 Assist TSC’s and regions with drainage related permits.
 Compute discharges for crossings with drainage areas less than two (2) square miles.
Duty 4
General Summary of Duty 4
% of Time
Individual tasks related to the duty.
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16. Describe the types of decisions you make independently in your position and tell who and/or what is affected by those decisions.
Use additional sheets, if necessary.
Decisions that involve the application of standard design practice. The decisions will affect the construction of a project.
17. Describe the types of decisions that require your supervisor’s review.
When accepted policies or procedures are not applicable to current design requirements.
18. What kind of physical effort do you use in your position? What environmental conditions are you physically exposed to in your
position? Indicate the amount of time and intensity of each activity and condition. Refer to instructions on page 2.
Work involves normal physical effort of bending, stooping and reaching for plans; moving heavy or bulky loads, sitting for
long periods of time in front of a computer; overtime, heavy workload situation with tight and multiple deadlines, and
numerous assignments. Ability to inspect or investigate varied construction or activity sites, including traversing all types of
terrain and various highway structures in all types of weather and traffic conditions. Must be able to communicate
effectively. Travel is required for meetings, inspections and field reviews. Must have corrected vision to read plans and
perform field related duties. Valid driver’s license is required. Ability to perform the essential job functions with or without
reasonable accommodations.
19. List the names and classification titles of classified employees whom you immediately supervise or oversee on a full-time, on-going
basis. (If more than 10, list only classification titles and the number of employees in each classification.)
NAME
CLASS TITLE
NAME
CLASS TITLE
NONE
20. My responsibility for the above-listed employees includes the following (check as many as apply):
Complete and sign service ratings.
Provide formal written counseling.
Approve leave requests.
Approve time and attendance.
Orally reprimand.
21.
Assign work.
Approve work.
Review work.
Provide guidance on work methods.
Train employees in the work.
I certify that the above answers are my own and are accurate and complete.
Signature
Date
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NOTE: Make a copy of this form for your records.
TO BE COMPLETED BY DIRECT SUPERVISOR
22. Do you agree with the responses from the employee for Items 1 through 20? If not, which items do you disagree with and why?
Yes
23. What are the essential duties of this position?
This is an entry/intermediate/journey level position which calculates and reviews the hydraulic/hydrologic data needed to
design the proper hydraulic capacity of transportation facilities such as culverts, bridges, storm sewers, and storm water
storage.
24. Indicate specifically how the position’s duties and responsibilities have changed since the position was last reviewed.
25. What is the function of the work area and how does this position fit into that function?
The function of the work area is to design and prepare detailed construction plans and specifications for highway and related
transportation facilities, which conform to federal, state, and/or local controls, for bidding and construction purposes. Special
emphasis is placed on the preparation of hydraulic/hydrologic studies.
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26. In your opinion, what are the minimum education and experience qualifications needed to perform the essential functions of this
position.
EDUCATION:
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering.
EXPERIENCE:
9 level: No specific amount or type is required. 10 level: One year of professional experience equivalent to a
Transportation Engineer in state service involved in the planning, research, construction, or hydraulic design of highways,
bridges, and culverts. P11 level: Two years of professional experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer in state
service involved in the planning, research, design, construction or maintenance of highways and bridges.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of engineering principles and practices used in the location design, construction and maintenance of all types of
highways, bridges and related structures. Knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used in the design, construction
and maintenance of highways, bridges and related structures. Ability to make mathematical computations and design
engineering projects. Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications and technical reports. Ability to
communicate effectively with others.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid driver’s license.
NOTE: Civil Service approval of this position does not constitute agreement with or acceptance of the desirable qualifications for this position.
27.
I certify that the information presented in this position description provides a complete and accurate depiction
of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.
Supervisor’s Signature
Date
TO BE FILLED OUT BY APPOINTING AUTHORITY
28. Indicate any exceptions or additions to the statements of the employee(s) or supervisor.
29. I certify that the entries on these pages are accurate and complete.
Appointing Authority’s Signature
Date
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