Incident Responder (Multiple Positions) (Limited Duration)

State of Oregon

1d•$4,312 - $5,988•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for two incident responders to join our team in Milwaukie! In this role, you will actively assist in maintaining safe and efficient travel on Oregon roadways as you patrol the Portland metro area in a specialized emergency vehicle. You will initiate and clear traffic obstructions and will act as an on-scene commander at incident sites, interacting with private, public and commercial vehicle operators daily. This is a limited duration appointment that is expected to end on or before 6/30/2027. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible and have a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential to become permanent. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Requirements

Two years of experience related to the duties of the position.
One year of this experience must include public safety or transportation related experience.
Valid US driver license and an acceptable driving record.
Maximum 45 minute response time to 2440 SE Stubb St., Milwaukie, Oregon 97222 for emergency call-outs.

Nice To Haves

Experience using tools to create a safe space for emergency responders during an incident.
Experience working under tight timelines and frequently changing priorities.
Experience working with the public in emotionally charged situations.

Responsibilities

Provide minor road service assistance to motorists, clear disabled vehicles from travel lanes and coordinate tow requirements.
Identify traffic hazards, develop removal plan, coordinate safe expeditious hazard removal, clear hazardous road conditions from travel lanes and provide immediate response to any incidents or hazardous situations that jeopardize the safe and efficient movement of traffic.
Develop and implement emergency traffic controls that safely optimize traffic movement through or around the incident location.
Provide on scene leadership in situation assessment, traffic control and coordination of activities in adherence to the Incident Command System.
Prepare and process motorist assistance logs, incident reports, damage claims and other documents required for incident investigations.
Oversee removal of wreckage and debris and coordinate clean-up activities.
Initiate emergency road closures caused by weather or other natural disasters and coordinate with the Transportation Management Operations Center and highway maintenance operations to restore safe conditions.
Maintain equipment, shop facilities, vehicles and tools in clean and serviceable condition.
Participate as part of our team and establish and actively maintain professional working relationships with customers and coworkers.