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Job Opportunity: Maricopa County - ITS Technology Engineer

Posted by azite on Apr. 28, 2023  /  Arizona Section Notifications, Arizona Section Job Postings  /  Subscribe 0

Job Opportunity

Maricopa County - ITS Technology Engineer 

Posting Date

04/28/23

Application Deadline

05/14/23

Pay Range

$65,312 - $92,352 annually

The pay range listed above reflects the FULL pay range for this position. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department

Transportation

About the Position

The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Technology Engineer has a passion and aptitude for new and emerging technology and incorporating it within MCDOT. In this role in the Traffic Technology Branch, you will be responsible for the development, testing, and implementation of various ITS and Connected Vehicle (CV) technologies, including communication, detection, and signal control systems. You will also be responsible for managing associated projects and providing support for the MCDOT SmartDriveSM Program, the Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Lab, and the continued development and expansion of these efforts with our regional partners.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

• Perform work with a greater purpose

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System

• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

• Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here

We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in an ITS-related field, such as Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Systems Engineering or a related field

• Two years of professional pre-registration experience in Civil, Traffic, or Transportation Engineering, traffic signal operations, timing, maintenance, or ITS

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

• Certification as an Engineer-in-Training may substitute for the aforementioned experience

• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Experience with directly managing and programming ITS devices through various application and command-line interfaces and protocols

• Experience with ITS Operations, specifically involving field equipment deployment, operations, and maintenance and their use by Traffic Management Center staff

• Experience with multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders on local and regional implementation projects

• Experience in project administration and delivery of federally-funded grants related to ITS and TSMO strategies, ensuring compliance with all Federal requirements

• Ability to research new technologies and develop testing, evaluation, and implementation plans

• Ability to be self-motivated, taking on a significant level of responsibility while managing multiple complex projects at once

• Strong writing and research skills in support of grant development opportunities and proposal submission

• Ability to present complex technical information to a variety of audiences clearly and effectively

Job Contributions

• Management of the MCDOT SmartDriveSM Program and TSMO Lab, including modeling and analyzing performance

• Project administration, management, troubleshooting, and delivery of New and Emerging Technology and Connected Vehicle-related projects

• Research and test new and emerging technologies and opportunities to partner with vendors and local agency partners through AZTech and other organizations

• Design ITS infrastructure improvements using new technology

• Coordination with other TSMO Branches and MCDOT Divisions on technology deployment and implementation opportunities

• Represent MCDOT on ITS technical committees

• Pursue grant funding opportunities and proposal development and submission, including technical analysis

Working Conditions

• Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware:

• Computer, monitors, and cell phone

• Bluebeam and Microsoft Office

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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