Transportation Management Center Operator I

Pasco Police Department • Full-time • New Port Richey, FL, US • 5d ago

General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT CENTER OPERATOR I!

Performs semi-skilled technical work in various phases of a Transportation Management Center (TMC). The primary tasks for this position are operation, implementation, and modification of Transportation systems to ensure traffic is flowing efficiently throughout Pasco County.

Essential Job Functions

Responds to malfunctions reported by Citizens and the TMC system, review current conditions, and coordinate with Traffic Signal Technicians to perform repairs.
Assists in programming Traffic Signal controllers.
Assists in maintaining computerized databases of traffic signal timings.
Assists in maintaining and updating the School Flasher timings.
Assists in updating the Digital Message Signs with safety messages and incident management messages.
Monitors system capacity and flow, identifies, and reports/repairs minor communications/computing system problems.
Updates the Asset Database Files when changes have been made in the field to timings, equipment, and other various aspects.

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.
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.

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 high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. One (1) year of experience required in the field of Transportation engineering, including but not limited to modification of signal timing plans, programming traffic signal controllers, and maintenance of traffic signal systems. One (1) year of experience as a Traffic Signal Technician, at any level, including maintenance and operation of Traffic Signal equipment.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must possess a valid IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level I certification. Must obtain FDOT Intermediate 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.

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