TRAFFIC
TECHNICIAN II
1602
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under general
supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for moderately complex
technical assignments relating to traffic engineering studies and design. Assignments are given orally and in writing
and are general in nature, affording some opportunity for the use of
independent judgment. Supervision is
frequently exercised over sub-professional personnel. Work is subject to review in process and upon completion by
traffic engineering personnel. Does
related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Conducts field studies of traffic
volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, lighting conditions and other factors
affecting traffic safety;
Observes and reports on adequacy of
signs, pavement markings and width of roadways;
Supervises the installation of traffic
counters;
Performs inspections and layouts of
the installation of traffic control devices;
Prepares plans, diagrams, maps, charts
and graphs;
Performs mathematical computations for
the utilization of data.
FULL
PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge of equipment used
for traffic counting and speed measurement; good knowledge of the theory of
traffic and transportation planning; good knowledge of the techniques used in
field surveys and the translation of gathered data into the form of diagrams,
maps, charts and graphs; ability to make mathematical computations; ability to
use drafting instruments; ability to understand and carry out directions;
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a standard senior high
school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years
of sub-professional experience in traffic engineering, highway planning,
transportation planning or the administration of traffic safety programs.
NOTE: Relevant additional education will be
substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
PROMOTIONAL
Two (2) years of permanent competitive
status as a Traffic Technician I.
R3/19/90
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive