TRAFFIC SERVICES TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV)

Traffic Services Technician (Engineering Technician IV)

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Position Overview: This position is accountable for the development, coordination and evaluation of experimental traffic control products; the preparation and distribution of special Bureau of Operations maps, both on-line and hard copy; assistance with updating the Department of Transportation's (IDOT) on-line Road Construction Map; maintaining the Designated Truck Route Map; developing Illinois specific highway sign standards; issuing blanket bonds for access and utility permits; providing Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) support to the Bureau of Operations; assisting with traffic engineering studies; and publication and distribution of manuals, booklets, reports, policies, and maps for the Bureau of Operations.

Essential Functions: Maintains a personal working knowledge of traffic operations. Evaluates new traffic control device products for use in conjunction with traffic related problems. Develops and conducts detailed traffic control product evaluation studies related to traffic control devices. Recommends to the Engineering and Standards Unit Chief policy and procedural changes based on information gained from product evaluations and traffic engineering studies. Assists with updating the Illinois Department of Transportation's (IDOT) On-Line Road Construction Map and maintains IDOT's Designated Truck Route Map, Ensures the timely and accurate publication and distribution of Bureau of Operations' reports, policies, rules, manuals, etc. related to this position. Issues and tracks blanket bonds for access and utility permits. Maintains the Illinois Standard Highway Signs Book and IDOT Highway Signs Catalog with the latest Illinois standard highway sign designs. Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of engineering experience. OR Seven years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of Esri desktop and web-based software such as ArcMap and ArcGIS online. Working knowledge of SignCAD and MicroStation for Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD). Strong oral and written communication. Strong organization skills enabling effective prioritization, planning and management of tasks and projects.

Conditions of Employment: Requires a valid driver's license. Requires occasional travel to fields or district offices for traffic control device evaluation. Requires successful completion of a background screening. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Traffic Services Technician. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including: Monday-Friday work schedule Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling) Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Pension Plan (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare) Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764

Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation / Bureau of Operations

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