Traffic Operations Center Specialist

Duties include monitoring and operating the Traffic Operations Center; managing the central traffic signal system Maxview; maintaining wireless communications, traffic monitoring cameras, and central video management system; providing traffic engineering support; updating traffic count database with counts from the traffic control system; and managing citywide traffic signal operations and timings. This position will work with the signal technician staff to prioritize and monitor work to address maintenance issues; providing direction and answering questions; assisting with traffic switches, signal controller programming and activations, traffic signal updates, and traffic network equipment configuration and installation.

The equivalent to an Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of study and three years of related work experience required, in addition to knowledge of Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) and Traffic Signal Timing Manual. Must have or be able to obtain within a specified timeframe, a Class A CDL license, IMSA Signal Technician II Certification, and IMSA Work Zone Safety Certification. Must have sufficient familiarity with traffic controller and signal system software, vehicle detection and network equipment configuration software, CityWorks, Synchro, ArcMap / ArcGIS, as well as various database programs.

Schedule frequently includes extended shifts and evening and weekend hours. A résumé must be submitted with application.

PAY GRADE GG19 / FULL PAY RANGE $27.22 - $38.38 PER HOUR

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The Traffic Division plans, operates and maintains the transportation systems within the city of Irving in a safe, efficient and proactive manner.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented.

The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community.

The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19, 2023 THROUGH JULY  31, 2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!

• Individuals hired into this position will receive $1000 after their first 30 days of employment provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.

• Employees that successfully complete their 6-month orientation period will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000 provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.

• Employees that successfully complete one year of employment without

documented attendance or disciplinary issues will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000.

• The maximum amount of hiring incentive that an individual employee may receive is $3,000.