Traffic Management Center Technician

Job Description:

Traffic Management Center Technician

Description

THE POSITION

**Although there is a salary range for this position, the candidate hired into this position will be hired at the bottom of the salary range. ** **

This recruitment will be used to establish an open competitive and promotional eligibility list that may be used to fill this vacancy and vacancies occurring in this classification for a minimum period of six (6) months. All communication with applicants will be via email. Applicants must provide a current and valid email address when applying.

RTC Department of Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Performs a variety of technical traffic operation and engineering support functions in the Southern Nevada Traffic Management Center to include traffic and incident management support, construction traffic management, and special event traffic services.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Working Conditions: May work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to a high school diploma and three (3) years of demonstrated technical engineering experience or traffic operations experience

Licensing and Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Driver's License at time of application.

Background Investigation: Employment with the Regional Transportation Commission in this position is contingent upon the completion of a comprehensive background investigation, including qualifying education/experience verification, social security trace, criminal history records review, and driving history record check.

Required Forms:

1. RTC Application On-Line Profile - Follow all the instructions on the application to include any education and experience that would qualify you for this position.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Candidates should ensure they highlight any of the following professional experience they possess on their applications/resumes:

•Ability to use various software applications for operations, reporting, presentation development and record keeping

•Demonstrated experience in incident management related work

•Demonstrated understanding of traffic operations

•Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills as it applies to traffic, incident, and event operations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical ability to perform office and related work, including operating computers and office machinery; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 25 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Monitors traffic cameras of freeways and arterials; notifies appropriate agencies, responders, the public and RTC staff of events/incidents. Creates, edits and displays messages on electronic Dynamic Message Signs to include incident traveler information, lane operations, construction mitigation and regional Amber Alert notification. Implements pre-defined timing pattern changes due to construction or incident events that have traffic impacts. Assists in calculation, research and composition traffic and safety data. Monitors, creates, updates and archives traffic signal timing plans for signal coordination. Participates in internal and external meetings to discuss, clarify and resolve subject areas and projects. Operates a variety of office equipment, to include computers and associated software (e.g., Intelligent Transportation Systems software). Provides information and assistance to internal and external customers as required including the media. Provides information to media relative to traffic incidents. Other duties as assigned.

GROUP INSURANCE - Health and dental insurance is available at a minimal expense to eligible employees, spouses and dependents. The RTC pays the monthly life insurance premium for eligible employees.

SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY INSURANCE - Eligible employees are covered by a Workman's Compensation Program in accordance with the provisions of the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NRS Chapter 616) and the Nevada Occupational Diseases Act (NRS 617).

LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE - The RTC pays a monthly premium toward a long-term disability plan for eligible employees.

VACATION - Vacation leave accrual is based on length of RTC employment. Initial accrual is at the rate of 3.08 vacation hours for each biweekly pay period.

SICK LEAVE - Eligible employees accrue 3.7 hours of sick leave for each biweekly pay period. Employees completing 10 years of service accrue an additional .92 hours of sick leave per biweekly pay period.

MISCELLANEOUS LEAVES - Court leave, military leave, parental leave, leave without pay, blood donor leave, education leave, and RTC promotional/transfer application examination leave are available (upon approval) for eligible permanent employees.

RETIREMENT - Full-time employees become a member of the Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System under an employer paid plan.

LONGEVITY PAY - Effective July 1, 2021, permanent employees who have completed 5 full years of creditable service with the RTC are entitled to a one time longevity payment in addition to their base salary. Longevity is paid annually, in a one time lump sum amount, at the rate of .57 of 1% at 5 years.

CREDIT UNION - RTC employees and their families are eligible to join the Clark County Credit Union.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT - Eligible employees may be awarded tuition reimbursement upon successful completion of pre-approved, job related courses.

FMLA - Employees who have worked for the RTC for at least one year, and have worked at least 1,250 hours over the preceding 12 months are eligible for the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act.

Closing Date/Time: 11/14/2024 6:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$55,868.80 Annually