Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.
This position may be filled at one of the two levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above and the senior level starting salary of $56,712.48.
Preference will be given to applicants located in St. Louis or Kansas City area.
Job Location: Central Office, 105 W Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO
The railroad safety inspector conducts routine grade crossing, track, hazardous materials, motive power and equipment, operating practices and/or signal inspections. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.
Mo DOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Conducts compliance inspections to ensure carriers maintain safe operations under federal and state regulations.
• Conducts complaint investigations; obtains data from carriers, conducts interviews, on-site inspections, reviews records and other agency reports; develops a resolution process and prepares a close-out report; works with carriers, citizens, legislators, union representatives and other state and federal agencies to resolve issues; prepares reports of violations when necessary.
• Plans and implements a program of periodic safety inspections to provide optimum coverage of the railroad mainline track, sidings, and rail yards to detect, locate and evaluate deviations, such as cross-level, gage, and track profiles.
• Conducts accident investigations to determine root cause; works independently or as a team member to conduct unassisted or joint investigations with law enforcement, federal investigators or carrier officials and determine whether any state or Federal regulations were violated.
• Works with and maintains relationships with state, federal and local law enforcement officials and carriers to support the secure movement of people and goods by establishing processes to identify threats and vulnerabilities to the rail network.

Minimum Qualifications

• The Railroad Track inspector is required, at a minimum, to have at least four (4) years of recent experience in track construction or maintenance.
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical specialization may be substituted for two of the four years of the experience requirement. Successful completion of the apprentice training program may be substituted for the four years of this experience requirement.
• Successful completion of a Range of Motion examination.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires regular, statewide, overnight travel.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.
• Substitution of education for the experience requirement may be allowed.
• Remote work from another Mo DOT facility will be considered.
• Waiver of minimum requirements may be allowed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal Railroad Administration Certification as a track inspector is preferred.

Mo DOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for Mo DOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.
At Mo DOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in Mo DOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. Mo DOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
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The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.