Digital Imagery Supervisor (TPS2)

Description

• Coordinate, organize, schedule, and monitor SRview video logging, sight distance surveys, and culvert inspections.
• Perform quality assurance checks on data through analysis and summarization to ensure the deliverance of high-quality products.
• Manage planning and scheduling of routes to be filmed.
• Supervise, lead, train, and direct technicians in all tasks.
• Work with technical support staff to test and evaluate new equipment and technology that will enhance finished products for users and customers.
• Review data collection requests, prepare and deliver cost estimates of requested data collection, and schedule data collection.
• Process and perform quality assurance checks of incoming data before distribution.
• Act as remedy support for SRview.
• Download and process video files retrieved from surveys and handle customer requests for all digital imagery surveys.

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One (1) year as a Transportation Planning Specialist 1, Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Planning Technician 3, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent classification in city or county agencies.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Effective communication skills, including communicating with customers and staff from all DOT offices through both written and oral forms.
• Skills to use standard office software (such as e-mail, timekeeping applications, etc.) and specialized software for digital imagery data collection.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to extract precise information from complex documents and technical manuals.
• Ability to move and transport up to 70 pounds of materials and equipment over difficult terrain, in and out of manholes and culverts.
• Ability to traverse up and down ladders, work in confined spaces, and use a respirator when required.
• Ability to work outside in snowy, wet, cold, or hot and humid conditions.
• Ability to travel extensively while fulfilling schedules that require being away from home the entire workweek during a large portion of the year.
• Ability to drive for extended periods; up to 2-3 hours without stopping, 10 hours per day.

• One (1) year of experience supervising, training, and field crews in the operation of video logging, culvert inspection, and sight distance survey equipment used by the Transportation Data, GIS & Modeling Group.
• Experience using Washington State Highway Log, survey grade GPS systems, vehicle-mounted Distance Measuring Instruments, and HD cameras and interface these in mapping the Washington State Highway System.
• Experience using SRview software and hardware to input, analyze, and validate data obtained from video logging.
• Washington State Flagger certification.
• Knowledge and experience using the Washington State M54-44 Traffic Control Design Guide.
• First Aid training.
• Confined space training.
• WSDOT GPS certification.
• Knowledge and skills implementing OFM M53.50 manual/Use of State Vehicles and WSDOT manual M3032.06 the employee's responsibilities to operate a state motor vehicle.
• Knowledge and skills in the use of HPMS Reports and Annual Traffic Reports, for locating traffic count sites, highway direction, annual average daily traffic at sites, and using Distance Measuring Instrument.

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• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position requires statewide travel weekly; travel is a normal part of the job.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• This position performs fieldwork in adverse weather conditions and varying temperatures and humidity levels. The work performed may also include traversing steep slopes and uneven surfaces, in confined spaces, repetitive physical movements, repetitive motions during SRview imagery collection, and/or culvert inspections.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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