What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intelligent Traffic Systems Maintenance Specialist position at VA Dept of Transportation?
Title: Intelligent Traffic Systems Maintenance Specialist
State Role Title: Program Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: $75,977 - $123,462
Pay Band: 5
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Maintenance Training Academy
Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
VDOT’s Fredericksburg District has exciting an opportunity available in its District Operations Department. We are seeking qualified candidates to fill an ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) Maintenance Specialist vacancy. The ITS Maintenance Specialist ensures adequate conditions and availability of ITS assets. They oversee all ITS maintenance program activities and ensure proper execution of activities in accordance with performance criteria. They identify, assess and direct life cycle replacement and upgrade projects to include assessment of new and emerging technologies and applications. they oversee and monitor field maintenance including contractor performance and resolve utility conflicts and claims.
This position must participate in the ITS/Traffic Signal 24/7 on-call rotation.
Required skills for job & position:
- Ability to work independently to set priorities, schedules, resolve issues and make decisions
- Knowledge of systems engineering processes and systems analysis
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Skill in problem resolution
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to gather and analyze data and reach sound, logical conclusions
- Ability to apply system engineering technical principles and practices to complex tasks
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include automated financial management programs
- Ability to plan, coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities
- Knowledge of 24-7 system operations and maintenance
- Knowledge of network configurations and IP based communication and equipment
- Knowledge of system and communication technologies associated with transportation systems
- Knowledge of electrical, electronic systems maintenance, design, and troubleshooting
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid driver's license
- Knowledge of systems engineering processes and systems analysis
- Ability to apply system engineering technical principles and practices to complex tasks
- Knowledge of network configurations and IP based communication and equipment
- Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing
- Ability to plan, coordinate, prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities
- Knowledge of electrical, electronic systems maintenance, design and troubleshooting
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of systems and communication technologies associated with transportation
- Skill in contract monitoring
- Knowledge of 24-7 system operations and maintenance
- Ability to compile and develop financial components of budgets into contracts
- Skill in design, installation and maintenance of fiber optic communications systems
- Experience in traffic management systems
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp
VDOT employees have shared Values and a Code of Ethics. http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp Your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.
Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
This position is classified as essential to emergency operations and will be required to work outside of normal work hours, on weekends and holidays during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability Program, a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching, Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, tuition assistance, wellness programs, etc.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the state recruitment platform (PageUp). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your application account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application/resume, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information or attach a resume. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
Contact Information
Name: Priya Paranthaman
Email: priya.paranthaman@vdot.virginia.gov
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $75,977 - $123,462
