Traffic Control Specialist Jobs

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation Engineering District 6-0 is seeking to fill a Traffic Control Specialist position within the District's Traffic Unit. If you are a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, is organized, and pays attention to details, this may be the position for you. Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Traffic Control Specialist performs as a direct assistant to the Traffic Studies Supervisor. This position emphasizes the performance and review of traffic studies including those for speed limits, multi-way stops, tum restrictions, truck restrictions, and establishment of one -way/two- way streets, passing zone and truck climbing lane studies, intersection and stopping sight distance and hazardous walking routes, mid-block crosswalk studies, and other operational safety investigations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days in a 2-week pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia, PA.
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• Full-time employment.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

• One year of experience in traffic control work; and a Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, civil engineering, or a closely related field; or
• One year as a Traffic Control Specialist Trainee; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Two years as a Traffic Control Technician; or

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You may be disqualified.
• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• Your results will be provided via email.
• Your score may be lower than deserved.

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