Ability to: make computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles; read and understand technical reports, maps, specifications, plans and related documents; write technical reports and compose correspondence for transmittal to other governmental agencies; convert mathematical data, quantities and measurements and calculate area, volume, length and proportion; plan, organize and schedule work to accomplish established objectives; work within a Cartesian coordinate system; work as part of a team; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, co-workers, and representatives from other agencies; work independently and follow through on assignments; interact diplomatically with the public in potentially hostile situations. Phase I - This phase of the program lasts 21 months and provides exposure to the major operations divisions within the department, including Construction, Maintenance, Roadway Design, Structural Design, Materials, Hydraulics, Traffic Operations, Traffic Safety Engineering, Project Management, Environmental, Planning, Stormwater, and Right of Way.