Transportation Specialist (Traffic Operations)

Job Summary


This Transportation Specialist position will work at the rapidly growing, dynamic team of professionals in District Department of Transportation's (DDOT) Multimodal Project Delivery Division (MDD) within the Traffic Safety Administration. As a member of the MDD team, the selected candidate(s) will be a key contributor in bringing transformative change to the Nation's Capital by advancing small to medium scale projects, enhancing safety for all pedestrians and roadway users. This will make an immediate impact on the safety and mobility of our transportation network and help make DC's Vision Zero and MoveDC goals a reality.

Duties and Responsibilities


The incumbent of this position serves as advisor to the Deputy Associate Director and the Associate Director, Operations Administration and other high-ranking officials on comprehensive traffic planning processes. Plans may contain many variables and complex technical traffic planning questions. Develops, 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. Prepares reports in graphic form.

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.


Qualifications and Education


Undergraduate 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.

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Specialized 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.


Work Experience (Preferred) : Ability to read and interpret construction plans, traffic control plans, maps, and technical documents. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities with minimal supervision. Extensive experience monitoring project budgets, tracking expenditures, processing payments, or assisting with financial management activities. Knowledge of transportation, roadway, pedestrian, bicycle, traffic safety or public infrastructure projects and operations.


Four years of progressive experience as an engineer or a planner; 4-year degree can be substituted with 2-year post-secondary education leading to an associate degree or a certification plus 10 years of additional experience in the transportation engineering industry may be considered.


Licenses and Certifications


The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's permit to operate motor vehicles.


Work Environment


Work is performed in a combination of the office and field environments. The position requires regular visits to construction sites to conduct inspections and monitor work activities. Field work may expose the incumbent to traffic, heavy equipment, uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, noise, and dust. The incumbent may have contact with construction materials (soils, concrete, asphalt, steel, etc.).


Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Varies


Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-2101-13

Promotional Potential: No known promotion potential

Type of Appointment: Career Services Term Appointment

Collective Bargaining Unit: (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit (union) represented by AFGE Local 1975 and you may be required to pay union dues through direct payroll deduction.

Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.

Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an essential 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 operations, food distribution, and communication. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early.

Employee Benefits May Include:

DDOT 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 .)
• Complimentary Capital BikeShare Membership
• Free rides on DC Circulator buses
• Continued professional development, and professional growth through d.University, the in-house training available for all DDOT employees
• Flexible 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)

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.

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.