Traffic Control Technician - State of Pennsylvania : Job Details

THE POSITION

Are you eager to kickstart your career with the Department of Transportation? We are currently seeking a candidate for the position of Traffic Control Technician. This entry-level role involves performing various technical tasks and collecting data for traffic studies, safety protocols, and signage. In this position, you will have the opportunity to contribute to important projects that enhance road safety and traffic management. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring that our transportation systems operate smoothly and efficiently. If you are ready to take the first step in your professional journey and make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of transportation!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will undertake technical responsibilities related to the creation and execution of solutions addressing traffic control issues, including speed limits, passing zones, accident analysis, and assessments of traffic patterns. Your role will involve ongoing evaluations of traffic routes during both daytime and nighttime to pinpoint safety issues. You will engage in various activities such as conducting traffic studies, counting vehicles, reviewing signage, and assessing pavement markings. Additionally, you will be responsible for reviewing Highway Occupancy Permit (HOP) applications and evaluating traffic signals to ensure compliance and safety.

Your contributions will be essential in enhancing traffic management and safety measures, ultimately leading to improved roadway conditions. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and resolving traffic-related challenges through thorough analysis and collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

* Full-time employment

* Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

* Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Indiana.

* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

* One year of experience as an Engineering Technician; or

* Three years of experience performing transportation engineering technical assignments, such as traffic control data collection, highway sign surveys, traffic signal inspection, materials sampling, testing, or inspection, construction inspection, bridge inspection, survey work, utility relocation, roadway programs management, or roadway materials control; and graduation from high school; or

* One year of experience performing transportation engineering technical assignments, such as traffic control data collection, highway sign surveys, traffic signal inspection, materials sampling, testing, or inspection, construction inspection, bridge inspection, survey work, utility relocation, roadway programs management, or roadway materials control; and an Associate's Degree in the field of mathematics, statistics, or a civil engineering technology; or

* An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

* You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.

* You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

* If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

* Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

* Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

* Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

* Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

* Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

* Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

* You must provide complete and accurate information or:

* your score may be lower than deserved.

* you may be disqualified.

* You may only apply/test once for this posting.

* Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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* Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Engineering Technician for one or more years full-time?

* Yes

* No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing transportation engineering technical assignments, such as traffic control data collection, highway sign surveys, traffic signal inspection, materials sampling, testing, or inspection, construction inspection, bridge inspection, survey work, utility relocation, roadway programs management, or roadway materials control?

* A. 3 years or more

* B. 2 but less than 3 years

* C. 1 but less than 2 years

* D. Less than 1 year

* E. None

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How much college coursework have you completed in the field of mathematics, statistics, or a civil engineering technology?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.

* A. Conferred bachelor's degree or higher

* B. 120 credits or more

* C. 90 but less than 120 credits

* D. 60 but less than 90 credits

* E. Conferred Associate's degree

* F. 30 but less than 60 credits

* G. Less than 30 credits

* H. None

06

CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

* Yes

07

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INVENTORY MANAGEMENT Updates, reviews, and maintains sign inventory databases and spreadsheets for all signing changes. Creates and runs reports and extracts lists to determine what signs should be replaced. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

* A. I have experience independently updating, reviewing, and maintaining sign inventory databases and spreadsheets; and I have experience in creating and running reports related to sign inventory.

* B. I have experience updating, reviewing, and maintaining sign inventory databases and spreadsheets. I do NOT have experience in creating and running reports from those systems.

* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to database management, spreadsheet applications, or information technology software.

* D. I have no experience or education related to this work behavior.

08

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

* The actual duties you performed related to inventory management.

* Your level of responsibility.

09

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

* College/University

* Course Title

* Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CREATES NOTIFICATIONS OR REQUESTS FOR SIGNS Creates notifications or requests for the installation/removal of traffic signs providing guidance to sign foremen on the work needed to be performed at specified locations. This includes requests for immediate action for bridge weight limit and overhead clearance sign issues. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

* A. I have experience creating notifications or requests for the installation/removal of traffic signs including requests for immediate action for bridge weight limit and overhead clearance sign issues. I have provided guidance to sign foremen on the work needed to be performed.

* B. I have experience creating notifications or requests for the installation/removal of traffic signs including requests for immediate action for bridge weight limit and overhead clearance sign issues. I have not provided guidance to sign foremen on the work needed to be performed.

* C. I have experience creating notifications or requests to have highway maintenance work performed but NOT for the installation/removal of traffic signs.

* D. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

* The actual duties you performed related to creating notifications or requests for signs.

* Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - FIELD SURVEYS Performs field surveys and inspects all signs, and ensures that signs match the current sign inventory. Documents all missing or damaged signs to be repaired or replaced. This includes performing nighttime surveillance, to review nighttime retro-reflectivity on signs, delineation, and pavement markings. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

* A. I have experience independently performing field surveys, inspecting all signs and ensuring that signs match the current sign inventory, and documenting all missing or damaged signs to be repaired or replaced. I have performed nighttime surveillance, to review nighttime retro-reflectivity on signs, delineation, and pavement markings.

* B. I have experience independently performing field surveys, inspecting all signs and ensuring that signs match the current sign inventory, and documenting all missing or damaged signs to be repaired or replaced. I have not performed nighttime surveillance to review nighttime retro-reflectivity on signs, delineation, and pavement markings.

* C. I have experience under the guidance of those more experienced than I in the inspection of signage to ensure missing or damaged signs are repaired or replaced.

* D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings, Traffic Sign Retro-reflectivity, or Traffic Engineering and Operations.

* E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

* The actual duties you performed related to field surveys.

* Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

* College/University

* Course Title

* Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - CUSTOMER SERVICE Interacts with the public, coworkers, or other personnel to answer questions and provide technical information on the placement of signs and rules and policies which pertain to requests for new signs verbally and by email. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.

* A. I have experience interacting with the public, coworkers, or other personnel to answer questions and provide technical information on the placement of signs and rules and policies which pertain to requests for new signs verbally and by email.

* B. I have experience interacting with the public, coworkers, or other personnel to answer questions and provide technical information on the placement of signs and rules and policies which pertain to requests for new signs verbally, but not written responses by email.

* C. I have experience interacting with the public, coworkers, or other personnel to answer questions and provide technical information on the placement of signs and rules and policies which pertain to requests for new signs by email. I do not have experience interacting with the public verbally to provide this information.

* D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications, English, nonfiction writing, public relations, conflict resolution, or technical writing.

* E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

* The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

* The actual duties you performed related to customer service.

* Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

* College/University

* Course Title

* Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

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