21413 - Eng Plng and Traffic

Assist in the development, evaluation, and viability of conceptual solutions to congestion and safety issues including, but not limited to traffic forecasting, traffic safety analysis, traffic operations analysis, innovative roadway design, planning-level estimation, public outreach, consultant management, and stakeholder management. Provide technical advice, guidance and training regarding assigned engineering program areas. Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations. Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering program area. Effectively manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs.

How you will contribute:

Analysis and Technical Reporting: Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.

Communication: Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.

Engineering Process Management: Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Manage Assigned Activities: Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.

Project Engineering: Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.

Special Assignments: Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.

Teamwork and Customer Service: Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values, and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.

Transportation Planning Studies: Conduct, manage and/or participate in transportation planning studies including corridor studies, access management studies, intersection studies, interchange studies, etc. Collect and analyze data and provide recommendations for transportation deficiencies. Develop alternative solutions and provide solutions. Prepare public information gathering surveys and/or participate in public engagement meetings.

What will make you successful:

Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.

Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.

Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to evaluate and develop innovative solutions for transportation planning and mobility initiatives.

Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources.

Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.

Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.

Ability to read and understand highway construction plans.

Knowledge engineering specifications and standards.

Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.

Knowledge of principles of roadway capacity analysis and safety analysis impacting roadway designs.

Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.

Knowledge of travel demand modeling and traffic forecasting.

Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.

Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs.

Skill in using Highway Capacity Software, Synchro/Simtraffic, SIDRA, and VISSIM.

Skill in using data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI.

Skill in using probe data tools such as STREETLIGHT and INRIX.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.

Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.

Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and complete multiple assignments within scheduled timeframes.

Knowledge of principles of roadway capacity analysis and safety analysis impacting roadway designs.

Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.

Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications.

Understanding of traffic engineering and transportation planning principles and practices.

Additional Considerations:

A combination of training, experience or education in civil engineering, traffic engineering, transportation planning or related field desired.

Ability to evaluate and develop innovative solutions for transportation planning and mobility initiatives.

Engineer in Training (EIT) license.

Experience in using data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI.

Experience in using probe data tools such as STREETLIGHT and INRIX.

Experience using traffic analysis software (Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, Sidra, and VISSIM).

Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.

Understanding of travel demand modeling and traffic forecasting.

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Competency Model

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
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Physical Requirements

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer. 
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• Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
• DMV Record Check
• Work History Verification
• References
• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screen