ITS Operations Engineer

Posting Date

04/18/24

Application Deadline

04/25/24

Pay Range

$65,500 - $100,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

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 today’s 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 people's 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 purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field Two years of professional pre-registration experience in civil, traffic, or transportation engineeringCertification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) may substitute for the required experienceA combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

Self-motivated with the capability to monitor several traffic management systemsAbility to infer meaningful information from raw data or statisticsKnowledge and experience in reviewing engineering plans and trouble-shooting field issues pertaining to traffic signalsExperience in writing technical reportsKnowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Signal Timing ManualKnowledge 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 operationsAdvanced experience using Microsoft Office and CartegraphKnowledge of fundamentals of civil engineering, traffic engineering, mathematics, and physics as applied to engineeringKnowledge of Federal, State, and County policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances related to traffic engineering

Job Contributions

Operate the ATMS and other traffic signal systems; implement traffic signal timing plans and coordination plans per industry best practices and County guidelines and standardsApply 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 signalsApply 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 practicesAnalyze traffic signal and traffic congestion concerns using Synchro, performance metric systems, and travel time software; make logical recommendations based on findingsRepresent MCDOT TSMO Division at various meetings with other government agencies and the public. Support inter-jurisdictional traffic signal maintenance program

Working Conditions

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hireExerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantlyPosition is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditionsIncumbent 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 operationsAdvanced experience using Microsoft OfficeIntermediate knowledge using MicroStation

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust 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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