Engineering Technician DCL (Traffic)

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Engineering Technician DCL (Traffic)

Salary

$4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly

Location

Lake Charles, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

07/165522/DCL/04.24.2024-KL

Department

DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division

District 7- Lake Charles

Opening Date

04/24/2024

Closing Date

5/3/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental Information

DISTRICT 07 - UNIT 002 – TRAFFIC

JOB NUMBER: 07/165522/DCL/04.24.2024-KL

POSITION NUMBER: 165522

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN DCL- TRAFFIC

http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

**Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed State application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official State application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS – DISTRICT TRAFFIC EXPERT

Three (3) years of experience in a traffic related field, such as signs, stripping, or signals.

Function Statement:

The overall function of this position is to serve as an expert in District Traffic Matters and as a primary assistant to the Assistant District Traffic Engineer. Represent DOTD to local, state, and federal government officials. Serves as a technical expert, advisor or consultant to other agency staff, consultants or contractors in the highly technical engineering specialty of traffic operations. This position is located in the District 07 Unit 002 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Assistant District Traffic & Operations Engineer (Engineer 6). The incumbent must be self-motivated and independently perform highly complex and technical assignments requiring the demonstrated ability to interpret, select, adapt and apply diverse engineering guidelines, precedents, principles and practices to normal, non-routine, or highly specialized situations. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as to maintain the following licensing and operate the following equipment:

Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities: Work may involve bending, stooping, lifting, or climbing; may be required to work in high places. May include reading and sending e-mail using Outlook. Proficient knowledge of basic computer software, such as Excel, Word & Microstaion, as well as, all applicable traffic software. This includes, but is not limited to: TraxPro, STARnext, PETRAPro, and AutoTurn.

Required License: Louisiana Class “E”

Drug Testing required: N/A

Types of equipment used for the job: May be required to use desktop computer, laptop computer, distance meter, radar speed gun, retro-reflectometer, cell phone, volume traffic counters, manual movement counters, and traffic camera.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

25% Oversees and assist in data collection needed for traffic studies such as traffic counts, manual counts, site distances, and all other field data required by the Assistant District Traffic & Operations Engineer. Exercises functional supervision over lower level technician(s) engaged in analyzing crash data, preparing collision diagrams, and compiling crash data for traffic safety engineering activities in District 07 (Allen Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis)> Reviews work to ensure completeness and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment in the interpretation of traffic data such as inconclusive or conflicting police and witness statements. Analyzes data and makes recommendations to the Assistant District Traffic Engineer as to the appropriate traffic control remedial measures.

Maintains an accurate inventory of all traffic recording devices; ensures that appropriate maintenance is performed to keep equipment in proper working order. This task requires a comprehensive understanding of the manufactured components and operational methods of these devices.

Prepares and/or reviews traffic control plans in accordance with DOTD Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) plan sheets and the guidelines set forth in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

20% Is responsible for the District’s Highway Beautification and Outdoor Advertising Programs. Provides guidance to permit applicants to assist them in the permitting process. Reviews, processes, accepts, or denies permits and applications along with fees. Applies guidelines from FHWA and ensures annual inventory of outdoor advertising devises is completed thoroughly and in a timely manner. Corresponds with land owners and sign owners to resolve any illegal outdoor advertising devices, identified within the District. Conducts and reviews the work of lower-level technicians engaged in various activities of the said programs. Maintains detailed records of applications (complete or incomplete), denials, and approvals. Must keep up-to-date with all applicable Federal and State laws and local zoning ordinances.

Enforcement of the Federal Highway Beautification Act (Title 23, Ch 1, United States Code 131) rests with the Department of Transportation and Development through the provisions of Louisiana Revised Statute 48:461. This law relates to the control of outdoor advertising, signs, and junkyards along the interstate and other primary roadways. The program is administered by the District Traffic Engineering Offices of DOTD.

Assist in the Interstate Logo Signing Program by reviewing site plans, making recommendations for the placement or relocation of logo signs. Note, the District’s current Interstate Logo Signing Program is managed and administered by others.

20% Analyzes information gathered and recommends traffic control and capacity improvements in accordance with applicable State laws, Department procedures as defined in the Engineering Directives and Standards Manuals, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and the Highway Capacity Manual.

Uses TAS (traffic Analysis Software) to prepare reports for the review of the District Traffic Engineer. These reports may be/are used by State and/or local police in determining fault in traffic crashes on state maintained highways.

Determine appropriate speed limits, advisory speeds for curves, proper roadway signing, and roadway striping on state maintained highways. Lay out striping and determine striping quantities for construction projects. Advise and/or supervise other agency staff such as electricians with signal installations and modifications, striping crews with roadway striping, and sign crews with proper signage installations or other traffic control devices.

10% Receives and responds to traffic related inquiries and requests from the general public under the direction of the Assistant District Traffic & Operations Engineer. Responds to these requests by using an extensive knowledge of Department standards and policies to provide the information requested in accordance with Department policies and procedures.

10% Inspects newly installed traffic signs and signals to ensure compliance with the current Louisiana Standard Specification for Roads and Bridges publication, project plans, and contract documents. Notifies legal section of problems or nonconformance; recommends corrective action.

5% Oversees and assist in maintaining current and historical records of traffic signs and signals, speed limits, pavement marking, etc. Records are maintained in TAS database. These records are essential in both ensuring correct work force implementations of traffic control device plans and for legal matters such as damage claims involving the Department.

5% Provides expert testimony in legal proceedings involving traffic matters such as crashes, traffic counts, the outdoor advertising and junkyard programs, etc.

5% May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Name: Benjamin Boudreaux

Job Title: Engineer 6

Number: 337-437-9100

“The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.”

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus five years of sub-professional engineering experience.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.

College training will substitute for a maximum of four years of the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience, provided that six semester hours of each thirty are in one of these specialized fields: architecture, cartography, chemistry, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, geography, geology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math or physics.All specialized coursework must be in the same specialized field. A combination of coursework from different fields will not be accepted.

Full time training in sub-professional engineering from a trade school or technical institute will substitute for the required experience on a month for month basis for a maximum of one year of experience.

Completion of a two year course of study in a sub-professional engineering curriculum from a trade school or technical institute will substitute for two years of the required experience.

A baccalaureate degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction management or construction technology will substitute for all of the required experience.

Possession of an engineer intern certificate will substitute for all of the required experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Because these positions require specialized areas of knowledge, supplemental qualification requirements are established for each position.

NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Job Concepts

Function of Work:

To perform highly complex and technical assignments requiring the demonstrated ability to interpret, select, adapt and apply diverse engineering guidelines, precedents, principles and practices to non-routine, highly specialized situations; to serve as a technical expert, advisor or consultant to other agency staff and/or consultants or contractors in a highly technical engineering specialty or program function.

This job is designated a Dual Career Ladder job as defined in Civil Service Rule 1.14.1.1, requiring performance of higher level, more complex duties and possession of advanced, specialized skills. A Civil Service Commission approved agency policy is required prior to implementation.

Level of Work:

Expert.

Supervision Received:

Broad from an Engineer 5 or higher or comparable level professional manager of the agency served.

Supervision Exercised:

May exercise functional or regulatory supervision on a project or programmatic basis.

Location of Work:

May be used by any State agency.

Job Distinctions:

Differs from Engineering Technician 5 by level of complexity, agency's recognition as section/district technical expert in specialized area and/or by requirement for extensive training and experience in a highly specialized field.

Differs from Engineering Technician 6 or 7 by the absence of supervisory responsibilities as well as by DCL policy requirements for supplemental qualifications and PPR ratings.

Examples of Work

Utilizes a substantial knowledge base of experience and training to perform the most complex duties of a specialized engineering nature. Provides guidance and technical training to agency personnel in other sections/districts.

Provides assistance and technical advice on non-routine, sensitive issues in area of expertise to professional engineers and agency executives.

Serves as an agency representative in meetings with local, State and federal government officials and elected officials; prepares important written reports or makes important oral presentations to outside entities.

Serves as a court-recognized expert witness.

Independently plans, prepares, accomplishes and/or monitors progress of agency programs and projects of substantial scope and importance to the agency.

Oversees the development of modifications to sophisticated engineering computer systems and software programs.

Develops new procedures/guidelines by utilizing the latest technology available in a specialized area; provides expert, technical advice to engineers and contractors regarding procedural, project or plan revisions.

Evaluates new concepts and procedures; establishes standards or policies that serve as agency-wide directives.

Manages a technical program with statewide responsibilities and impact; provides expert advice and guidance to field personnel; resolves field problems; approves field recommendations, thereby ensuring compliance with regulations and policy.

Provides unique solutions to non-routine problems; delivers analysis of data in completed format ready for inclusion in reports or presentations.

Analyzes complex designs, providing engineer with detailed analytical comments and recommendations; prepares and submits evaluations of consultants' or contractors' performance.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

• Mardi Gras,

• Good Friday,

• Memorial Day,

• Independence Day,

• Labor Day,

• Veteran's Day,

• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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