TRAFFIC TECHNICIAN III (SR-13) [1 vacancy]

City and County of Honolulu•Oahu, HI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Transportation Services, Transportation Performance & Development Division, is hiring for a Traffic Technician III in Honolulu. This position conducts transportation and traffic studies, collects and compiles traffic data, investigates traffic-related concerns, and assists with the review of street improvement plans and more complex transportation studies.

Requirements

Citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience, which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, may be substituted for education.
Three years of survey and/or data collection, tabulation, and analysis work experience. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of basic research, survey methods, and statistical procedures.
Knowledge of basic research and survey methods.
Knowledge of statistical procedures.
Ability to conduct research and statistical studies.
Ability to collect, classify, and analyze statistical data applicable to traffic operations such as vehicle speeds, spacing and acceleration.
Ability to prepare tables, charts, graphs and maps.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to learn and understand traffic ordinances, rules, regulations and standards.
Ability to operate equipment used in collecting traffic data.
Ability to understand the basic objectives of traffic design and planning.
Possession of a valid, appropriate driver's license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

Nice To Haves

Computer experience using word processing, spreadsheet, and/or AutoCAD software.

Responsibilities

Conduct traffic studies and surveys involving traffic volume, turning movements, pedestrians, vehicle speeds, parking, transit, accidents, and other transportation conditions.
Install, operate, adjust, remove, and clean traffic counting equipment used to collect field data.
Compile data collected through automated traffic counters, field observations, research, and personal contact.
Assist with investigations involving traffic signals, stop controls, crosswalks, parking changes, turning restrictions, lane-use changes, and other traffic issues.
Prepare maps, charts, graphs, tables, reports, recommendations, and parking layouts using Microsoft Office and traffic survey software.
Assist with temporary roadway work zones by placing traffic cones and directing motorists using signs and hand signals.