TRAFFIC
TECHNICIAN III
1603
Under
general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for the
supervision of complex technical assignments relating to traffic engineering
studies and design. Assignments are received orally and in writing and are
general in nature, affording independent judgment. Supervision is 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
complex field studies of traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals,
lighting conditions and other factors affecting traffic safety;
Reports
on adequacy of signs, pavement markings and width of roadways;
Assists
in the preparation of routine contract plans and specifications for traffic
control markers;
Prepares
estimates & submits recommendations on amount of money due contractor each
month;
Supervises
Traffic Technician Is and Traffic Technicians II in the inspection and
installation of traffic counters;
Supervises
the inspection and layout 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
Thorough knowledge of equipment
used for traffic counting and speed measurement; thorough knowledge of the
theory of traffic and transportation planning; thorough 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 oral and written directions; ability to plan and supervise the work
of a sub-professional and technical staff in a manner conducive to high morale and
efficiency; 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 five (5) years of sub-professional experience in the field of
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
One
(1) year of permanent competitive status as a Traffic Technician II.
R3/19/90
Competitive