Texas Department of Transportation
Traffic Systems Admin I or II (Traffic System Maintenance Section Supervisor/Ass
Texas Department of Transportation, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Traffic Systems Admin I
Oversees a group of technical employees responsible for the analysis, design, construction, inspection, installation, timing, repair, maintenance and testing of traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and related components. Manages or supervises technical and administrative employees. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Traffic Systems Admin II
Oversees, manages and directs a large group of employees responsible for the analysis, design, construction, inspection, installation, timing, repair, maintenance and testing of traffic systems, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and related components. Work requires contact with governmental officials and the public. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties
Traffic Systems Admin I : Conducts on-site verification inspections of goods and services provided by vendors and contractors. Designs, builds, tests and installs specialized equipment which cannot be purchased from the signal equipment industry. Develops budgets and monitors stock accounts and equipment inventories. Develops short- and long-term plans for upgrading and modifying traffic signals, signs and illumination systems; coordinates with district design staff to develop solutions to traffic problems. Diagnoses, tests and repairs control systems, video systems and/or communication equipment including cable, short-haul modems, dial-up modems, radio transmitters, receivers and multiplexing equipment. Ensures proper traffic control procedures and safety precautions are used at construction sites to preclude traffic congestion and accidents; identifies utility locations and directs use of proper equipment. Plans and schedules repairs, inspections, installation and future modifications on electronic equipment and systems and associated hardware and software; coordinates with public/private entities. Tests new traffic signal equipment such as intersection monitoring equipment, intelligent transportation systems and time-based coordinated systems by operating and burning in system at shop, inspecting wiring and checking solder connections. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Traffic Systems Admin II : Directs inspection of the work of traffic systems and ITS technicians. Investigates background of public complaints concerning traffic signal and illumination problems; recommends solutions and provides information on progress to solve problems. Monitors training of traffic technicians/specialists in traffic technology and various aspects of traffic systems, including electronics and the use of technical data to repair equipment. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Traffic Systems Admin I Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 2 years construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic systems maintenance/management, transportation engineering, design, or related experience. (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. Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Traffic Systems Admin II Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 3 years construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic systems maintenance/management, transportation engineering, design, or related experience. (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. Must have 2 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies
Traffic Systems Admin I : Extensive knowledge:
The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Considerable knowledge of:
Budgeting methods and procedures
Proficient skill in:
Supervising technical staff Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Other Attributes:
Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability
Traffic Systems Admin II : Includes all competencies listed for Traffic Systems Admin I as well as: Extensive knowledge of:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Proficient skill:
Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Traffic Systems Admin I and II : Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation\'s Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. 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. Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
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Oversees a group of technical employees responsible for the analysis, design, construction, inspection, installation, timing, repair, maintenance and testing of traffic systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and related components. Manages or supervises technical and administrative employees. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Traffic Systems Admin II
Oversees, manages and directs a large group of employees responsible for the analysis, design, construction, inspection, installation, timing, repair, maintenance and testing of traffic systems, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and related components. Work requires contact with governmental officials and the public. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties
Traffic Systems Admin I : Conducts on-site verification inspections of goods and services provided by vendors and contractors. Designs, builds, tests and installs specialized equipment which cannot be purchased from the signal equipment industry. Develops budgets and monitors stock accounts and equipment inventories. Develops short- and long-term plans for upgrading and modifying traffic signals, signs and illumination systems; coordinates with district design staff to develop solutions to traffic problems. Diagnoses, tests and repairs control systems, video systems and/or communication equipment including cable, short-haul modems, dial-up modems, radio transmitters, receivers and multiplexing equipment. Ensures proper traffic control procedures and safety precautions are used at construction sites to preclude traffic congestion and accidents; identifies utility locations and directs use of proper equipment. Plans and schedules repairs, inspections, installation and future modifications on electronic equipment and systems and associated hardware and software; coordinates with public/private entities. Tests new traffic signal equipment such as intersection monitoring equipment, intelligent transportation systems and time-based coordinated systems by operating and burning in system at shop, inspecting wiring and checking solder connections. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Traffic Systems Admin II : Directs inspection of the work of traffic systems and ITS technicians. Investigates background of public complaints concerning traffic signal and illumination problems; recommends solutions and provides information on progress to solve problems. Monitors training of traffic technicians/specialists in traffic technology and various aspects of traffic systems, including electronics and the use of technical data to repair equipment. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Traffic Systems Admin I Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 2 years construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic systems maintenance/management, transportation engineering, design, or related experience. (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. Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Traffic Systems Admin II Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 3 years construction, electronic troubleshooting, electrical construction/installation, electromechanical, traffic systems maintenance/management, transportation engineering, design, or related experience. (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. Must have 2 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies
Traffic Systems Admin I : Extensive knowledge:
The relationship of traffic control equipment to the operation of a traffic management system Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Considerable knowledge of:
Budgeting methods and procedures
Proficient skill in:
Supervising technical staff Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Other Attributes:
Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability
Traffic Systems Admin II : Includes all competencies listed for Traffic Systems Admin I as well as: Extensive knowledge of:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Proficient skill:
Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Traffic Systems Admin I and II : Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation\'s Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. 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. Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
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