November 10, 2026
The North Dakota Impaired Driving Newsletter is a resource that provides training information, drug and alcohol trends, legal updates, toxicology,
and more to keep you informed.
November 9, 2026
The Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) invites applications for a unique position to assist the big four oil counties in western North Dakota. This is a full-time benefited position. The position duty station is the NDDOT office in Williston. Consideration will be given to applicants residing outside of the oil country region. This position is an add-on to the North Dakota Local Technical Assistance Program (NDLTAP) team, funded through a special project with the NDDOT. The NDDOT contract is through the end of 2029. The NDLTAP office is located in Bismarck. Some time may be spent at the Bismarck office. The position will be responsible to lead an effort to help the counties plan and enhance their regional efforts and transportation investments. The position will cover Dunn, McKenzie, Mountrail and Williams Counties; along with communities in the four-county area and the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara (MHA) Nation. The individual will have the opportunity to utilize their strengths in contributing to a growing program of research and knowledge transfer. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are essential.
November 9, 2026
The Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) at NDSU is seeking an energetic and outgoing candidate for our Local Road Safety Liaison position. If you like to interact with and work with people, this is the position for you. The primary objectives of this position are to: (1) Participate in NDDOT’s Vision Zero Plan updates, advance the updating of Local Road Safety Plans, and support the Vision Zero Implementation Plan.; (2) Be the Liaison between local/tribal agencies and the NDDOT related to Roadway safety; (3) Organize local/tribal Roadway Safety Audits (RSA) & Provide Safety Training to local/tribal agencies; (4) Support the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) goals and the use of AASHTOWare Safety Software; & (5) Attend Public Input meetings and/or City/County meetings as necessary
November 2, 2026
The convenience of battery-powered tools has all but made cord-and-plug tools obsolete. Battery-powered tools provide safety from shock, they’re portable and are easier to store than corded tools. Taking care of your battery-powered tools will help extend the life of the tool as well as the batteries.
November 10, 2026The North Dakota Impaired Driving Newsletter is a resource that provides training information, drug and alcohol trends, legal updates, toxicology, and more to keep you informed.
November 9, 2026The Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) invites applications for a unique position to assist the big four oil counties in western North Dakota. This is a full-time benefited position. The position duty station is the NDDOT office in Williston. Consideration will be given to applicants residing outside of the oil country region. This position is an add-on to the North Dakota Local Technical Assistance Program (NDLTAP) team, funded through a special project with the NDDOT. The NDDOT contract is through the end of 2029. The NDLTAP office is located in Bismarck. Some time may be spent at the Bismarck office. The position will be responsible to lead an effort to help the counties plan and enhance their regional efforts and transportation investments. The position will cover Dunn, McKenzie, Mountrail and Williams Counties; along with communities in the four-county area and the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara (MHA) Nation. The individual will have the opportunity to utilize their strengths in contributing to a growing program of research and knowledge transfer. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are essential.
November 2, 2026The convenience of battery-powered tools has all but made cord-and-plug tools obsolete. Battery-powered tools provide safety from shock, they’re portable and are easier to store than corded tools. Taking care of your battery-powered tools will help extend the life of the tool as well as the batteries.