Highway Traffic Data Collector - various locations available!

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Statewide, NE Hiring Rate: $16.277 Job Posting: JR2025-00015714 Highway Traffic Data Collector - various locations available! (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 05-07-2025 Job Description: The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has an exciting opportunity for a self-starting, detail-oriented individual to work as a Highway Traffic Data Collector. You’ll have the unique opportunity to work independently and autonomously as you travel Southeast Nebraska (state vehicle provided) performing skilled work in surveying vehicular and pedestrian traffic movement. We’ll train you to use counting, classifying, and monitoring equipment to collect traffic data integral to highway planning and/or traffic engineering studies. At NDOT, we reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • State-matched retirement contribution of 156% • 13 paid holidays • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately • Military leave • Tuition reimbursement program • Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government • 79% employer-paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service • Training and Development based on your career aspirations • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship • Employee Assistance Program • Fun, inviting teammates • Free parking Pay rate for this position is $16.277/hr. JOB DUTIES: This position annually collects 1/3 of the portable count data collected across the state. Distribute traffic counters, set operating parameters, and measure/collect and/or retrieve via automated equipment. Examine field data for accuracy and validity, prepare, code, and enter field data for processing, and prepare/maintain necessary records and reports. Create a schedule in advance for the data collection period. Determine dates and specific locations for collections. Make reservations for overnight stays as needed. Collect traffic data from selected sites across the state using portable data collection equipment. Read and determine the usability of data collected and whether or not to reset/redo. Download data to PC, quality check data before formatting into a report, and upload documents to retention system. May conduct special studies (e.g., radar, rest area, pedestrian, high crash location, etc.) on an infrequent basis. Operate state-owned vehicle and determine the most economical route to the identified location and the safest place to park on location so as not to interfere with other drivers’ view and ensure your own safety. Perform other duties as assigned. We are open to hiring in any location in Southeast Nebraska where we have an office! Office locations: Lincoln, David City, Wahoo, Seward, Greenwood, Palmyra, Auburn, Nebraska City, Tecumseh, Falls City, Beatrice, Dorchester, Fairbury, Pawnee City, Omaha, Fremont, Blair, Elkhorn, Gretna, Plattsmouth. Requirements/ Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High school education or equivalent, plus one year of satisfactory work experience. Must possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications: Good driving record. Other: Extensive statewide overnight travel is required. Work schedule may involve ten-hour or other extended workdays. Regular and reliable attendance is required. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES: Will provide training! Upon completion of training, you will possess knowledge of the operation and maintenance of traffic counters and methods used in field studies of traffic classification. Knowledge of: Use/operation and maintenance/repair of equipment used in traffic data collection. Methods used in field studies such as radar speed studies, school crossing studies, parking studies, and manual counting of vehicle volume. Vehicle types. Software applications used in data collection. Field data preparation for computer processing. Skill in: Selection of appropriate sites for the installation of traffic counters. Installing traffic counters. Operating a motor vehicle in the performance of speed test runs on curves and other segments of highway. Ability to: Make efficient use of time in scheduling/performing data collection. Collect, quality check, organize, and report statistical information. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. 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