MATERIALS DATABASE SPEC - 55010231

Requisition No: 850197 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: MATERIALS DATABASE SPEC - 55010231

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55010231 

Salary:  $66,659.76 - $86,265.58 

Posting Closing Date: 05/08/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

820 / STATE MATERIALS OFFICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON:  SUSAN MUSSELMAN       

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 352-955-6669

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: SUSAN.MUSSELMAN@DOT.STATE.

ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY: $3,016.28/biweekly / $78,423.25/annual

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Materials Database Specialist / Engineering And Operations / Office of Materials / Materials Program Performance Section.

This position is a part of the Database and Information team and performs a variety of functions related to database development, application maintenance, report writing and data analysis. You will provide technical support for the Materials Acceptance and Certification system (MAC) and other State Materials Office databases and applications. The position also supports the maintenance of the State Materials Office Website and SharePoint sites.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Office of Materials, 5007 NE 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Conducts all database activities for the Database and Information Section and assists as needed with other State Materials Office Sections. Programs and maintains Materials Acceptance and Certification (MAC) specifications and protocol for all materials related items. Troubleshoots all materials related problems encountered by users associated with MAC and other related databases. Monitors materials related performance in MAC and other related databases. Requests and directs all necessary modifications, updates, and enhancements for database functions.

Designs, deploys, and maintains the State Materials Office on-line resources for the purpose of disseminating information on program activities. Functions as a Web Master for the State Materials Office internet website and SharePoint Sites. Maintain the content, working links, graphic design and site layout.

Extracts data from appropriate construction, materials, and pavement management databases for reporting and analysis purposes. Performs detailed statistical analyses on existing materials testing data and applies engineering judgment to formulate findings and conclusions. Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and conclusions. Presents findings orally and in writing at meetings, conferences, etc.

Participates in the daily engineering activities associated with the statewide materials program. Prepares and reviews standards, specifications, procedures and reports as required. Provides background documentation of database applications for long-term maintenance efforts. Provides concise workflow explanations for user navigation of database workspace and reporting activities. Ensures that all assignments/projects are completed in a timely manner.

Assists State Materials Office and District Materials and Research Office staff with materials related database activities. Provide support and technical assistance to database users on issues related to testing, specifications, and reporting requirement.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques related to construction materials; Knowledge of construction materials specifications; Knowledge of construction materials mix design, production and construction operations and procedures; Knowledge of statistics and data analysis principles.

Skills in:

• Skilled in the use of computer software including Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint; Skilled in the use of database systems including data entry, reporting, programming, and system maintenance.

Ability to:

• Ability to analyze and summarize data and prepare technical reports or presentations; Ability to communicate engineering information effectively both orally and in writing; Ability to plan, organize, and complete multiple work assignments simultaneously; Ability to work as a team member; Ability to work independently.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

Travel as required by section activities. This position will be required to respond before, during and following emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or its equivalent.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.