ITS Operations Engineer

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About the Position

The ITS Operations Engineer works in a state-of-the-art Traffic Management Center (TMC) to improve traffic flow by using cutting-edge Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). In this role high importance is placed on using todays traffic signal technology ITS Automated Traffic Signal Performance Metrics (ATSPM) and other data to predict traffic conditions and keep traffic moving efficiently.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) we provide connections that improve peoples lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work live and play Then join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation sick time and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Two years of professional pre-registration experience in civil traffic or transportation engineering. Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) may substitute for the required experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona drivers license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Ability to take on a high level of responsibility

• Self-motivated with the capability to monitor several traffic management systems

• Ability to infer meaningful information from raw data or statistics

• Knowledge and experience in reviewing engineering plans and troubleshooting field issues pertaining to traffic signals

• Experience in writing technical reports

• Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Signal Timing Manual

• Knowledge of using Synchro for creating traffic signal coordination plans Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) for analyzing traffic signal performance and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) for real-time traffic signal operations

• Advanced experience using Microsoft Office and Cartegraph

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of civil engineering traffic engineering mathematics and physics as applied to engineering

• Knowledge of Federal State and County policies procedures codes and ordinances related to traffic engineering

• Intermediate knowledge using MicroStation

Job Contributions

• Operate the ATMS and other traffic signal systems; develop and implement traffic signal timing plans and coordination plans per industry best practices and County guidelines and standards

• Apply engineering knowledge by providing project field engineering to resolve conflicts and troubleshoot issues during the construction phase of projects; approve all field adjustments and equipment modifications on traffic signals

• Apply engineering knowledge by reviewing traffic signal-related design plan submittals providing guidance/direction to the Design Team and developing cost estimates for traffic signal infrastructure; conduct field engineering to ensure compliance with County standards and practices

• Analyze traffic signal and traffic congestion concerns using Synchro performance metric systems and travel time software; make logical recommendations based on findings

• Represent the MCDOT TSMO Division at various meetings with other government agencies and the public. Support the inter-jurisdictional traffic signal maintenance program. Support Traveler Information from the TMC

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Exerting 20 - 25 occasionally 10 - 25 frequently or up to 10 pounds constantly

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures wetness/humidity respiratory hazards and noise and vibration

Machines tools equipment software and hardware

• Synchro for creating traffic signal coordination plans Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) for analyzing traffic signal performance and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) for real-time traffic signal operations

• Microsoft Office

• MicroStation

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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