Salary : $78,912.00 - $106,104.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 25DOT-HQ-00181
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Headquarters
Opening Date: 08/27/2025
Closing Date: 9/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to perform journey-level professional services procurement in support of engineering and highway projects statewide. This role applies engineering and highway practice expertise to resolve moderately complex procurement issues while ensuring compliance with WSDOT's delegated authority from the Department of Enterprise Services. The position plays a critical role in maintaining public trust and supporting WSDOT's mission across multiple divisions and regions. Successful performance prevents costly project delays, procurement protests, or legal challenges, safeguarding agency credibility and resources.
What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Engineer 3 will:

• Develop and manage procurement plans that support engineering and highway projects from initiation through contract closeout.
• Provide guidance and consultation on procurement, contract management, and administrative processes to engineers, managers, and project leaders.
• Draft, review, and interpret contract provisions, legal requirements, specifications, and vendor quotations to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Negotiate scopes of services, delivery schedules, costs, and final contract terms and conditions, including risk management requirements.
• Coordinate contract reviews and approvals with internal functional areas, executives, and external agencies.
• Facilitate evaluation and selection processes by developing criteria, training staff, and leading procurement evaluations.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of acquisitions, contracts, and related legal documents.
• Respond to public disclosure requests in coordination with the Public Disclosure Office.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Comprehensive Contract Management: Experience in developing, negotiating, and managing complex contracts and procurements in compliance with public sector laws and regulations while adapting to multiple contract types and shifting priorities.
• Procurement Planning and Timeline Management: Experience managing procurement timelines, deliverables, and milestones for large-scale engineering, construction, or professional services projects.
• Contract Lifecycle Guidance: Experience providing professional guidance and support to internal customers throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Proposal Evaluation and Risk Analysis: Skills in evaluating scopes of work, developing selection criteria, analyzing proposals, and identifying contract risks and mitigation strategies.
• Contracting Compliance and Risk Management: Demonstrated familiarity with state and federal contracting rules, risk management principles, and public works compliance requirements (e.g., performance bonds, retainage, affidavits).
• Documentation and Record Management: Demonstrated ability to manage documentation, ensure legal and policy compliance, and maintain organized contract and procurement records.
• Communication and Stakeholder Coordination: Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written communication skills to facilitate procurement processes, lead evaluation panels, and coordinate with engineers, managers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Respect and Equity: Demonstrates the ability to contribute to a work environment that fosters respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• IT Contract Experience: Experience related to information technology contracts and procurement.
• Professional Procurement Certification: Holds certification in one of the following professional procurement organizations: CPPB, CPPO, CFCM, or CPCM.
• Transportation Engineering Knowledge: Applied knowledge of general transportation engineering principles and practices.
• RCW Expertise: Demonstrated strong understanding and interpretation of RCW 39.26 and RCW 39.34.
• DES Procurement Policy Knowledge: Demonstrated strong understanding of Department of Enterprise Services Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Transportation Project Problem Solving: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in problem-solving for consultants and vendor-supported multi-modal highway and transportation engineering projects.
• Information Technology Procurement Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of information technology implementation, applications, and related procurement processes.
• Public Disclosure Compliance: Thorough knowledge of Public Disclosure Request regulations and requirements.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable . Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information.

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How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.

• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at . Please be sure to reference 25DOT-HQ-00181 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 07-21-2025
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Please rate your experience developing, negotiating, and managing complex contracts and procurements in compliance with public sector laws and regulations:

• No experience
• Assisted with contract or procurement processes
• Independently managed small to medium procurements
• Led large-scale or complex procurements
• Recognized subject matter expert in public sector contracting and procurement

02

Briefly describe your experience managing complex public sector contracts and procurements in accordance with public sector laws and regulations. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A":
03

Do you have experience managing procurement timelines, deliverables, and milestones for large-scale engineering, construction, or professional services projects?

• Yes
• No

04

Briefly describe your experience managing procurement timelines, deliverables, and milestones for large-scale engineering, construction, or professional services projects. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A":
05

Do you have experience providing professional guidance and support to internal customers throughout the contract lifecycle?

• Yes
• No

06

Briefly describe your experience providing professional guidance and support to internal customers throughout the contract lifecycle. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A":
07

Do you have experience evaluating scopes of work, developing selection criteria, analyzing proposals, and identifying risks?

• Yes
• No

08

Briefly describe your experience evaluating scopes of work, developing selection criteria, analyzing proposals, and identifying risks. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A":
09

Do you have experience with state and federal contracting rules, risk management principles, and public works compliance requirements?

• Yes
• No

10

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• Handshake
• AASHTO
• NACTO
• COMTO
• APWA
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

11

If you selected 'Other' on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided:
Required Question