Signal Operations Supervisors manage the signal and ITS design or timing section, plan, direct, coordinate, and review the daily work plan for the group’s activities, assign work activities and projects, monitor work flow, review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures, and meet with staff to identify and resolve problems. Supervisors also supervise the preparation of preliminary and final designs, and design criteria for signal, ITS and lighting systems, the preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports for public works projects and utility improvements, and the preparation of preliminary and long range plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, detail final construction plans, specifications, and agreements. Lastly, Signal Operations Supervisors coordinate contracts, designs, and new construction with private and government agencies, and monitor the work of consultants and construction contractors to ensure compliance with contract provisions and scope of work.
Environment
Signal Operations Engineer
Signal Operations Engineers undertake and review traffic signal schemes from inception to operation, including site surveys, design, installation, validation, scope, design, and manage the implementation of traffic signal systems. Signal Engineers also assist traffic signal workers in installation, modification, maintenance and repair of all types of traffic signals, actively participate in the technical functions of the Electrical Section, with a particular focus on improving the current traffic signal systems, manage contracts, and carry out technical specification writing and tender analysis. Lastly, Signal Operations Engineers ensure all traffic signal projects are completed on time, within budget and as per specifications, ensure traffic signals are functional at all times practical, develop the technical solution for a situation using fundamental principles and theory, and identify technological solutions pertaining traffic signals for suitability.
Urban Planning Assistant
Urban Planning Assistants develop planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans and programs and regulations, review or assist in the review of moderately difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations, and prepare and present detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies. Planning Assistants also collects a variety of statistical data and prepare reports and maps on topics such as census information, land use, tax base data, and occupancy rates. The position also includes valuing or assisting in the evaluation of zonings, ordinance amendments, site plans, special use permits, variances and other proposals. Finally, Urban Planning Assistants acts as liaisons between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans, and assist in resolving citizen and customer issues.
Transportation Mobility Coordinator
Transportation Mobility Coordinators promote the enhancement and facilitation of access to transportation services, including the integration and coordination of services with all agencies. Coordinators also support state and local coordination planning and policy bodies such as regional partnering agencies and funding partners. This position includes the development of coordinated transit services as appropriate, within the region and supporting operational planning for the acquisition and implementation of ITS technologies to help plan and operate coordinated systems. Lastly, Transportation Mobility Coordinators gather and analyze data to evaluate intermodal transportation service options for persons with disabilities, the elderly and others who are transportation disadvantaged to design the most efficient and cost effective option possible.
Director Transit & Shared Mobility
The Transit & Shared Mobility Director sets strategic and tactical directions for the Transit & Mobility Division and serve as the single point of accountability for all Transit & Mobility activities. The Director also manages and directs the work of teams that are responsible for advancing transit, parking and mobility programs including planning, policy development, program management, data analysis, communications and outreach. The position involves establishing work plan goals, set priorities, and determine deadlines with all work groups on a variety of high-profile, time sensitive projects, working in partnership with regional, state and federal agencies to define transit service and mobility programs, ensuring that outreach and collaboration within the department and with partner agencies is proactive and comprehensive, and providing oversight for transit and parking infrastructure design and construction. Finally, the Transit & Shared Mobility Director serves as technical expert and key participant on highly sensitive and visible issues, including non-standard and creative design solutions, right-of-way allocation, and prioritization and funding strategies to advance departmental priorities.
ITS Technician
ITS Technicians implement, analyze, configure, install, operate, monitor, document, and maintain Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) as well as fiber optic communication, closed circuit television networks, and parking and traveler information systems. Technicians identify and resolve operational problems. utilize tools and metering instruments, and operate vehicles and other power driven equipment. Lastly, ITS Technicians inspect and monitor contract work and assist the public with questions and complaints on traffic related issues.