ITS Analyst I or II - Dallas District

Texas Department of Transportation • Mesquite, TX

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About The Position

Develops and revises new and existing intelligent transportation system(s) (ITS). Performs responsible technical work including the analysis, design and implementation of automated traffic management systems. May be responsible for administering information resources and telecommunication hardware/software located within an Intelligent Transportation Operations Center. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties for an ITS Analyst I and II:
Develops ITS which includes writing design documentation and methods, preparing work diagrams and data flow charts, evaluating systems hardware and software, analyzing user requirements, testing software and performing field tests.
Stays current with all purchasing/inventory processes and documentation to include shipping and receiving.
Keeps abreast of new technology to improve current and projected systems.
Prepares and presents demonstrations on ITS.
Provides technical assistance and support for ITS.
Provides training to users regarding ITS.
Researches and evaluates vendor supplied hardware and software.
Reviews and monitors contracts related to ITS.
Reviews traffic management plans and inspects project sites to ensure compliance with system requirements.
Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed.
Writes or revises specifications, amendments, and contract provisions related to ITS.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Additional Duties for an ITS Analyst II:
Consults users as the primary source of contact for ITS development and support.
Coordinates and assists ITS designers and districts on system applications for software and hardware.
Provides expert technical assistance and support for ITS.
Provides technical direction in the analysis and design of ITS.
Provides training to users regarding ITS.
Researches, evaluates and recommends vendor supplied software and hardware.

Requirements

• ITS Analyst I: Education: Bachelor's Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
• Experience: 1 year experience in system analysis, design, computer programming. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
• ITS Analyst II: Education: Bachelor's Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
• Experience: 3 years experience in system analysis, design, computer programming. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Considerable knowledge of: Communicating effectively, Intelligent transportation and traffic management systems, Applicable computer programming techniques and languages
• Some knowledge of: Contract development and oversight, Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment, Analyzing and organizing business and technical data, Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems, Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others and safe working environment
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Extensive knowledge of: Systems development using analysis, design and documentation methodologies, Applicable computer software applications and hardware, Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external, Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Must be able to report for duty during inclement weather conditions. Must be able to work weekends and holidays when required.
• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries

Nice To Haves

• Specific experience in: Installation and maintenance of electrical systems which include both Voltage AC (VAC) and Voltage DC (VDC), Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) terminology, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Develops ITS which includes writing design documentation and methods, preparing work diagrams and data flow charts, evaluating systems hardware and software, analyzing user requirements, testing software and performing field tests.
• Stays current with all purchasing/inventory processes and documentation to include shipping and receiving.
• Keeps abreast of new technology to improve current and projected systems.
• Prepares and presents demonstrations on ITS.
• Provides technical assistance and support for ITS.
• Provides training to users regarding ITS.
• Researches and evaluates vendor supplied hardware and software.
• Reviews and monitors contracts related to ITS.
• Reviews traffic management plans and inspects project sites to ensure compliance with system requirements.
• Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed.
• Writes or revises specifications, amendments, and contract provisions related to ITS.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Consults users as the primary source of contact for ITS development and support.
• Coordinates and assists ITS designers and districts on system applications for software and hardware.
• Provides expert technical assistance and support for ITS.
• Provides technical direction in the analysis and design of ITS.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends vendor supplied software and hardware.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level