Traffic Operations Specialist

Title: Traffic Operations Specialist

State Role Title: Program Admin Spec II

Hiring Range: $70,349 - $114,317

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Richmond District Office

Agency Website: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/jobs/default.asp

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

What drives you? VDOT is looking for an individual driven by aiding in the safety, security and emergency management of VDOT’s roadways. Are you interested in supporting the management of Virginia safety operations? If so, we have something for you at VDOT.

VDOT Richmond District, Traffic Operations Management Team is excited to announce they are seeking an experienced self-starter to serve as their Traffic Operations Specialist. The position will assist in managing operations programs for the maintenance and operations of the Traffic Operations Center (TOC) and Safety Service Patrol Program (SSP). You will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of complex traffic incident response, emergency weather operations and special events; and lead VDOT staff and contractors in performing activities outlined in contract documents. Selected candidate will participate in the development and execution of critical emergency and special event plans; and lead/oversee TOC and SSP operations during severe inclement weather events and emergency operations. Position will assist in managing operations program for the maintenance and operations of the TOC and SSP programs and their associated Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS); provide direct support to the Program Manager by independently monitoring traffic operations contracts and providing guidance and direction to contractors; interpret and analyze policies/directives related to TOC and SSP operations; to develop standard operating procedures (SOP’s); and to deliver effective operations programs. Monitor compliance with established SOP’s, provide statistical data and prepare reports on district operations for the agency and stakeholders. You will effectively communicate key information to stakeholders to include VDOT staff, other local, state and federal agencies on matters related to complex VDOT traffic plans, critical response to incidents and TOC and SSP Operations. Position may serve as Point of Contact (POC) for Program Manager in his absence.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

"In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your resume."

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• Knowledge of transportation engineering, systems engineering or business management
• Knowledge of contract management and policy interpretation
• Ability to work, make sound independent decisions during critical emergency situations and time sensitive activities
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to include presentations to managers for project updates and traffic plans
• Ability to manage multi-disciplinary contracts and lead agency/contract staff within a diverse workforce
• Ability to solve analytical problems related to program operations and implementations.
• Knowledge of traffic operations, emergency response and coordination of highway incidents
• Valid driver’s license required

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of traffic operations, transportation applications and strategies for effective operations of TOC and SSP to include incident and special event management
• Experience in using and operating an Advanced Traffic Management System, Workzone Management Software and Intelligent Transportation System
• Experience working in a 24-hour operations environment
• Experience overseeing the work of others and making assignments
• Experience with contract management
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and procedures related to incident management
• Training in FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
• Ability to obtain VDOT Basic Workzone Certification within 12 months

Special Instructions

Fingerprint based background check, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Position is designated as essential to support emergency operations and may be required to work outside normal work hours to ensure the safety of the traveling public. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your resume.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp.

Contact Information

Name: Rebecca.Emory@vdot.virginia.gov

Phone: (804) 401-0234

Email: rebecca.emory@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.