TRAFFIC RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IV

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Traffic, has a full-time vacancy for Traffic Research Technician IV.

Summary:

To perform skilled technical engineering duties, including data collection from traffic monitoring, counting, classification systems. Performs technical and skilled work relative to the preparation of maps, graphics, reports, and other illustrative materials for projects or training.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate’s degree from a recognized college or technical institute with a major study in engineering, landscape architecture, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, agronomy, geology, soil science or earth science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Five years of experience as an Engineering Aide or Technician, two years of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Engineering Technician III. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: Valid Driver’s License

Other Requirements: Applicant’s Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) must meet the minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS : None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

Supervises the collection, editing, processing, and displaying of data on the N.H. transportation system for the bureau, department in accordance with federal requirements.

Responds to requests from government and private customers by providing data, reports, maps, and other graphic information.

Performs high level computer applications such as data processing, data manipulation, and report preparation using spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized software, to meet data requests and reporting requirements.

Ensures the verification of data collected to include checking the accuracy and completeness to ensure it is reliable and can be used for further analysis.

Prepares necessary reports, tables, and graphics as well as GIS overlays to communicate complex data in visual formats for project development.

Assist in the installation and maintenance and continuous modernization of highly technical field equipment.

Trains and supervises temporary employees as applicable for traffic data collection.

Support Regional Planning Commission and other agencies in their data collection efforts by training and providing technical assistance for traffic counting procedures and equipment maintenance.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Pamela Shore, Training and Recruitment Specialist, at (603) 271-8026 or at Pamela.A.Shore@dot.nh.gov

For further information please contact Lee Baronas, Administrator, at (603) 271-1680 or at Bureau54@dot.nh.gov .

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964