Reference #: 4432334
THE POSITION
As a shift supervisor in the District Regional Traffic Management Center, you'll keep the region moving safely and efficiently through the coordinated use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), improved communications, and incident management techniques. This is accomplished through the monitoring of video from closed circuit TV and making independent decisions during traffic incidents regarding proper incident management procedures such as activation and content of ITS devises and communication with incident stakeholders. Apply today to join the team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will supervise the Regional Traffic Management Center operators. This includes supervision of daily work activities, providing necessary training to operators, conducting performance reviews, and approving or disapproving leave requests. Perform the necessary administrative activities associated with shift staffing schedules.You will monitor CCTV, 800 MHz radio communications, police and fire scanners, incident detector devices, and assess current roadway conditions for traffic, weather, and overall operations. You will determine the area of influence of an incident and then provide traveler information by activating Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) devices, dynamic message boards, and variable message boards. Utilize various ITS software packages and programs. You will report and notify necessary maintenance personnel of highway incidents or weather conditions that may present an imminent danger to the public.Additionally, you will manage Service Patrol Vehicle activities by directing them to incidents and tracking or logging their subsequent actions. This includes notification to the State Police of vehicles that must be removed that are abandoned in locations that may pose a safety hazard to the traveling public or impede emergency response vehicles. Activate Amber Alerts when initiated by the Pennsylvania State Police or PennDOT (EPLO). Create an action event plan for special events.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of experience as a Regional Traffic Management Center Operator; or
Two years of experience evaluating and coordinating information related to traffic data, incidents or conditions.Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contac us at [email protected].
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.