Traffic Counter

JOB TITLE:

Traffic Counter - part time

JOB CLASS NUMBER:

HRL542

PAY GRADE:

H03

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME:

Traffic Administration

REPORTS TO:

Traffic Operations Technician

SUPERVISORY WORK:

none

SUMMARY

Under general direction, this position works with the traffic counting program for the City of Amarillo and Federal Highway Administration and is partially responsible for the collection, compilation, and analysis of all traffic volume data. This position also handles citizen requests and complaints concerning sight restrictions, traffic signs and pavement markings.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes citizen complaints and requests by phone, email or in writing dealing with Traffic Operations; and responds to the complaints or requests in a timely manner.

• Daily reports, time sheets and transferring all information to computer program

• Trim trees according to Sight Restriction Program

• Sets traffic counters for all counts

• Pick up and deliver speed trailer as assigned

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent. Must be enrolled in college courses. Experience in using computers and related software applications is preferred. A valid Texas driver's license is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES.

• Ability to use a computer for work processing and spreadsheet purposes.

• Thorough understanding of general office and filing procedures

• Ability to exercise professional telephone etiquette and take accurate messages.

• Ability to write legibly.

• Ability to review Traffic accidents

• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a calculator, copier, and multi-line telephone system.

• Ability to perform multiple tasks accurately and efficiently on a consistent basis.

• Ability to handle stress due to heavy telephone and radio interruptions, irate public calls, and emergency situations.

• Ability to use a traffic counter and radar gun.

ADA PROFILE

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is also required to balance, crouch, feel, finger, handle, pull, push, reach, speak, stand, stoop, talk, see, and walk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and preform repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Hours will be set by school schedule. Required to work in all weather condition, in and around traffic. This is a part time position, not eligible for benefits.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.