ITS Operations Tech I at Texas Department of Transportation

Paris, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Traffic Studies, Traffic Management, Computer Operations, Electronics, Telecommunication Operations, Data Collection, Incident Response, Traffic Flow Principles, ITS Applications, Radio Protocol Procedures, Field Inspections, Database Management, Communication Devices, Technical Assistance, Safety Practices, Report Writing

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Monitors traffic via computerized surveillance and control equipment located within an Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) managed area. Disseminates information to the public through various forms of communication. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Essential Duties: Adjusts and performs minor maintenance or repairs to system equipment. Advises the general public of traffic conditions through the use of computerized variable message signs, highway advisory radio and/or low frequency television broadcasts. Assists in developing routine incident response scenarios. Assists in performing real time traffic studies to determine traffic routing. Coordinates with districts and divisions on developing and implementing Title VI policies, procedures, manuals and guidelines. Disseminates traffic information through various communication devices to other governmental agencies located within the operations center and/or managed area. Monitors traffic flow and conditions through the use of loop detector systems, closed circuit television systems and/or automated vehicle identification systems. Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed. Updates traffic management data base. Uses two-way radios to interact with other transportation and law enforcement agencies. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Experience: 2 years of experience in Traffic studies, analysis, computer ops, electronics, traffic management, telecommunication ops. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications: Competencies: Freeway management system concepts and operations Traffic flow principles and procedures Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures Radio protocol procedures Applicable ITS related computer applications and operations Emergency response procedures Collecting, sorting and compiling data Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Coordinating and directing multiple projects Analyzing and organizing business and technical data Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Using applicable electronic test equipment Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Standing-prolonged periods of time Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.

Responsibilities

The ITS Operations Tech I monitors traffic using computerized systems and disseminates information to the public. They also perform minor maintenance on equipment and assist in traffic studies and incident response scenarios.