Transportation Specialist (Traffic Operations)

Job SummaryThis position is located the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). The District Department of Transportation's mission is to equitably deliver a safe, sustainable and reliable multimodal transportation network for all residents and visitors of the District of Columbia.This Transportation Specialist position is located in the Strategic Initiatives Branch (SIB) within the Traffic Safety Administration (TSA). This position will support TSA’s goal of improving multimodal safety in the District of Columbia by advancing safety improvements, multimodal engineering initiatives, and asset management across the District. The position will contribute to the agency’s work on the High Injury Network (HIN), safety program evaluation, and traffic safety infrastructure management.Duties And ResponsibilitiesDevelops, reviews, analyzes and provides recommendations on the impact and relationships of different physical, economic, social, and functional elements of traffic projects and probable/possible effects on the surrounding community. Participates in negotiations for and administration of contracted work efforts and develops Statements of Work (SOW). Conducts continuing survey and data monitoring to ensure all contracted work conforms to current DDOT/TOA acquisition policies.Performs expert transportation planning duties associated with investigating and analyzing street traffic conditions to determine the need for traffic control measures including traffic engineering studies, warrant analysis, sign maintenance requests, traffic impact studies, traffic calming, parking signs, studies and regulations, residential permit parking, work zone safety, maintenance of traffic plan reviews, traffic control plans (TCP) approval inspection, and special event traffic control. Incumbent reviews street improvement plans to determine the need for traffic control devices; prepares plans, specification and estimates for installation of traffic signal systems.Qualifications And EducationUndergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.orSpecialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.Licenses and CertificationsThe incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver’s permit to operate motor vehicles.Work EnvironmentThe work is performed in the normal office setting and in-the-field, when investigating and analyzing street conditions. Field work may bring the incumbent to construction sites and in contact with construction materials (soils, concrete, asphalt, steel, etc.).Other Significant FactsTour of Duty: VariesPromotional Potential: No known promotion potentialType of Appointment: Career Services – Term ApptPay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-2101-13Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is covered under collective bargaining union and subject to union dues through payroll deduction.Position Designation: This position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Security Sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an emergency employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12. As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Employees are required to work rotating shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Employees are considered emergency personnel and are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.Benefits May IncludeDDOT is an employer of choice for any job seeker who has passion, energy, and enthusiasm about our city. Employee benefits include:Health and life insurance benefits and retirement benefits (More information about these benefits is available on the D.C. Department of Human Resources (DCHR) website at www.dchr.dc.gov.)Complimentary Capital BikeShare MembershipFree rides on DC Circulator busesContinued professional development, and professional growth through d.University, the in-house training available for all DDOT employeesFlexible work schedule (team and role dependent)Employer assisted housing loan program, providing payment and/or closing cost financing for first-time home buyers (restrictions apply) EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.