Traffic Data Collection Engineer (Civil Engineer V)

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relating to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/or maintenance work; and perform related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Please note - due to the operational/field nature of this position, the selected candidate should expect to be on site or in office 5 days per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily functions of the Statewide Traffic Data Collection (TDC) Section in accordance with the FHWA's Traffic Monitoring Guide. This includes the scheduling and implementation of the coverage, ramp, and special counting programs. Ensure that all counts from this program are uploaded into MassDOT’s traffic data platform (MS2). Provides quality assurance/quality checks (QA/QC) on all data before it is made available to the public.

• Project manager for the Statewide Telemetry Program Support Services contract, contract # 116428. Ensures invoices are processed in a timely manner, provides guidance and direction to the consultant.

• Project and database manager for MassDOT’s traffic data platform (MS2). Shows proficiency and understands all aspects of MassDOT’s traffic data platform (MS2).

• Project and database manager for the turning movement database (Miovision). Ensures all turning movement count data is uploaded into MS2.

• Responsible for developing and managing the State Planning and Research (SPR) TDC Program using the online portal that tracks staff reporting and yearly budget for TDC expenditures.

• Responsible for moving vendor created maintenance management database for continuous count stations into VueWorks to track maintenance activities at all permanent count stations.

• Coordinates the work activity necessary to complete project related requests for traffic data, including analysis and finalization of data and preparing correspondence to the originating unit.

• Coordinate with MassDOT GIS group and the TDC consultant to maintain Active Traffic Count Station Application.

• Liaison between other MassDOT business units in the development of transportation plans by reviewing requests for data and presenting ways to fulfill the requirements needed to get the requested results. This includes reviewing plans, presenting recommendations with follow-through to the presentation of data.

• Assists in the processing of Vendor purchase and payments. Shows proficiency in filling out the required financial forms and processes required to procure and extend vendor contracts. Keeps accurate, up to date records on all vendors, vendor purchases and payments. Processes vendor purchases and payments using MMARS.  This includes encumbering funds, creating payments and modifications for equipment, supplies and services.

• Responsible for implementation of special count field operations and ordering Turn Studies through Vendor’s web site. Responsible for uploading all special counts and vendor counts into MassDOT’s traffic data platform (MS2).

• Responsible for all QA/QC checks and resolving any issues that arise with continuous count station data and the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) and Travel Monitoring Analysis System (TMAS) data submittal.

• Trains staff in proper traffic data collection techniques and analysis procedures. Makes sures all Standard Operator Procedures (SOP) and guidelines are kept up to date. Develop any missing SOPs and guidelines.

• Ensure that field crews are adequately trained in Work Zone safety as it pertains to the TDC section. Works with Safety Team to provide yearly training to field staff on Work Zone safety for count installations and removals and field maintenance of TDC cabinets.

• Represents MassDOT in the TDC area at meetings. Is a subject matter expert in Traffic Data Collection. Interacts with other sections, vendors, and equipment providers on TDC issues to make sure all needs are met.

• Recommends and approves equipment needs, new systems and stays up to date on traffic data collection techniques, including loops, radar, cameras and other technologies that come on the market. Interacts with vendors on the procurement, testing, and evaluation of products to ensure that desired results are being achieved. Develop special provisions and standard details for new equipment. Works with specifications unit to develop standard provisions for all TDC related equipment.

• Ensure all vehicle maintenance issues are resolved and that all SOP's in relation to vehicles are met and that all staff are using vehicles appropriately.

• Handles payroll matters for TDC group including overtime approvals and leave.

• Reviews the performance of employees in immediate reporting relationships by adhering to the guidelines of the Employee Performance Review System (EPRS) to ensure increased communication and successful implementation of the system. Resolves all personnel matters where they arise.

• Oversight of the WIM Station installation project, including the data capture for HPMS and ensuring that data is shared with partners sections and agencies (Permits, RMV and MSP). 

Unit E Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. 

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. 

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.     

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.    

Applicants must have at least (A) six years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials, of which (B) at least four years must have been in a professional capacity, and (C) of which at least two years must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience, and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I.    An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology** may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II.   A Bachelor's degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology** may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III.  A Graduate degree with a major in civil engineering** may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

**NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines, such as construction, survey, hydraulics, design, transportation, structural, soils, sanitary, environmental, drafting, highway, architectural, mining, airport and materials.

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. No substitutions will be permitted for the required (C) experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.

• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.

• For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.

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