Pasco County, FL
Technical Specialist II - Signal Timing
Pasco County, FL, New Port Richey, Florida, United States, 34655
Salary:
$70,010.00 - $98,015.00 Annually Location :
New Port Richey, FL Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
13453-0925 Department:
Engineering Services Division:
Traffic Operations Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous Salary Range:
$70,010.00 - $98,015.00 Pay Grade:
P44 (Exempt position) Salary Disclosure:
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
General Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TECHNICAL SPECIALIST II!
The Technical Specialist II - Signal Timing performs technical and supervisory work in various phases of a Transportation Management Center (TMC). The primary task for this position is for the specific implementation and modification of signal timing plans for the signal systems controlled by Pasco County. Essential Job Functions
Designs and optimizes traffic signal timings and phasing plans to maximize efficiency and minimize delays. Performs modifications and upgrades to traffic signal controller databases using system software and traffic modeling using Synchro and Tru-Traffic software. Monitors system capacity and flow, identifies, and reports/repairs minor communications/computing system problems. Diagnoses incidents and provides coordinated quick responses to traffic and incident problems by working closely with appropriate agencies. Maintains computerized databases of traffic signal timings. Evaluates system-wide signal interconnect network expansion feasibility along arterials and collectors. Performs engineering review and data analysis, develop engineering reports and associated documents (work orders, traffic regulations, signal operating plans, benefit/cost analysis, etc.). This includes field assessments, application of engineering principles and judgment to identify operational and safety deficiencies and the development of appropriate remedial action. Prepares plans and documents for the Traffic Operations Manager to sign and seal engineering as required. Provides review comments on plan submittals generated by the Department and other entities. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices. Knowledge of traffic operations analysis and study techniques. Knowledge of FDOT Design Standards. Knowledge of traffic signal timing and phasing. Knowledge of the operation of an adaptive traffic control system utilizing CENTRACS, or the ability to learn the task. Knowledge of the use of Synchro, or the ability to learn the task. Skill in effective oral and written communications. Skill in use of personal computers and ability to use Microsoft Office® (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook). Skilled in interpreting and disseminating traffic engineering-related data. Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret engineering data. Ability to manage workload to produce on time resolutions to problems. Ability to effectively supervise others. Minimum Requirements PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, stooping, sitting, and bending. Requires the operation of a motor vehicle or small truck. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and three (3) years of experience required in the field of Transportation engineering, including but not limited to development of signal timing plans, programming traffic signal controllers, and design and maintenance of traffic signal systems required. Experience working with Intelligent Traffic Management Systems and ITS center operations is preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must obtain FDOT Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
ADA STATEMENT:
A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:
Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORK PLACES FOR 2021
Benefits include:
Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid holidays Group insurance Tuition reimbursement Deferred compensation Medical leave pool Annual medical leave buy-back Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.
Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions. 01
I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.
Acknowledge Decline
02
Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?
Yes No
03
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related engineering field?
No Yes
04
Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?
GED High School Associate degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the above
05
Which best describes the years of experience you have in transportation engineering, including but not limited to development of signal timing plans, programming traffic signal controllers, and design and maintenance of traffic signal systems?
Ten or more years of experience Nine years but less than ten Eight years but less than nine Seven years but less than eight Six years but less than seven Five years but less than six Four years but less than five Three years but less than four Two years but less than three One year but less than two Less than one year of experience
06
Do you have experience working with Intelligent Traffic Management Systems and ITS center operations?
No Yes
07
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?
Yes No
08
Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).
Yes No
09
I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.
Acknowledged Declined
10
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.
Yes No
11
Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?
Yes No
12
Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less) 13
How did you hear about this position?
Billboard Facebook Friend/Family Referral Indeed Job Fair LinkedIn Magazine publication Pasco County employee Pasco County Traffic Sign Utility bill insert Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com Other
14
If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. Required Question
$70,010.00 - $98,015.00 Annually Location :
New Port Richey, FL Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
13453-0925 Department:
Engineering Services Division:
Traffic Operations Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous Salary Range:
$70,010.00 - $98,015.00 Pay Grade:
P44 (Exempt position) Salary Disclosure:
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
General Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TECHNICAL SPECIALIST II!
The Technical Specialist II - Signal Timing performs technical and supervisory work in various phases of a Transportation Management Center (TMC). The primary task for this position is for the specific implementation and modification of signal timing plans for the signal systems controlled by Pasco County. Essential Job Functions
Designs and optimizes traffic signal timings and phasing plans to maximize efficiency and minimize delays. Performs modifications and upgrades to traffic signal controller databases using system software and traffic modeling using Synchro and Tru-Traffic software. Monitors system capacity and flow, identifies, and reports/repairs minor communications/computing system problems. Diagnoses incidents and provides coordinated quick responses to traffic and incident problems by working closely with appropriate agencies. Maintains computerized databases of traffic signal timings. Evaluates system-wide signal interconnect network expansion feasibility along arterials and collectors. Performs engineering review and data analysis, develop engineering reports and associated documents (work orders, traffic regulations, signal operating plans, benefit/cost analysis, etc.). This includes field assessments, application of engineering principles and judgment to identify operational and safety deficiencies and the development of appropriate remedial action. Prepares plans and documents for the Traffic Operations Manager to sign and seal engineering as required. Provides review comments on plan submittals generated by the Department and other entities. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices. Knowledge of traffic operations analysis and study techniques. Knowledge of FDOT Design Standards. Knowledge of traffic signal timing and phasing. Knowledge of the operation of an adaptive traffic control system utilizing CENTRACS, or the ability to learn the task. Knowledge of the use of Synchro, or the ability to learn the task. Skill in effective oral and written communications. Skill in use of personal computers and ability to use Microsoft Office® (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook). Skilled in interpreting and disseminating traffic engineering-related data. Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret engineering data. Ability to manage workload to produce on time resolutions to problems. Ability to effectively supervise others. Minimum Requirements PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, stooping, sitting, and bending. Requires the operation of a motor vehicle or small truck. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and three (3) years of experience required in the field of Transportation engineering, including but not limited to development of signal timing plans, programming traffic signal controllers, and design and maintenance of traffic signal systems required. Experience working with Intelligent Traffic Management Systems and ITS center operations is preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must obtain FDOT Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
ADA STATEMENT:
A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:
Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORK PLACES FOR 2021
Benefits include:
Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid holidays Group insurance Tuition reimbursement Deferred compensation Medical leave pool Annual medical leave buy-back Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.
Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions. 01
I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.
Acknowledge Decline
02
Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?
Yes No
03
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related engineering field?
No Yes
04
Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?
GED High School Associate degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the above
05
Which best describes the years of experience you have in transportation engineering, including but not limited to development of signal timing plans, programming traffic signal controllers, and design and maintenance of traffic signal systems?
Ten or more years of experience Nine years but less than ten Eight years but less than nine Seven years but less than eight Six years but less than seven Five years but less than six Four years but less than five Three years but less than four Two years but less than three One year but less than two Less than one year of experience
06
Do you have experience working with Intelligent Traffic Management Systems and ITS center operations?
No Yes
07
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?
Yes No
08
Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).
Yes No
09
I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.
Acknowledged Declined
10
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.
Yes No
11
Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?
Yes No
12
Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less) 13
How did you hear about this position?
Billboard Facebook Friend/Family Referral Indeed Job Fair LinkedIn Magazine publication Pasco County employee Pasco County Traffic Sign Utility bill insert Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com Other
14
If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. Required Question