Traffic Inspector I

Salary: $41,048.00 - $47,391.00 Annually Location : Towson, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 10. Department: PUBLIC WORKS: BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION Opening Date: 09/10/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Pay Schedule I, Grade 22, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Transportation. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotion candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note : Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. Examples of Duties Job Purpose Under general supervision, inspects and analyzes local traffic conditions. Conducts counts, surveys, studies, and related traffic control investigations. Essential Job Duties Inspects and analyzes local traffic conditions and data. Conducts traffic counts, surveys, and studies. Investigates field conditions, and determines the need for new traffic control installations, or the modification or replacement of existing installations. Investigates complaints and reports of potential traffic hazards. Reviews work zone traffic control. Conducts neighborhood traffic management studies. Prepares reports and summarizes statistics regarding findings. Prepares sketches of existing conditions and proposed traffic control changes such as channelization plans and signal and marking plans. Prepares and writes traffic legislation proposals. Initiates and prepares work orders. Makes field inspections to ensure work was completed in accordance with prepared plans and specifications. Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent. Plus Two years' experience in traffic operations, subprofessional engineering, surveys, and/or a related field. Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education in one of the fields listed above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Ability to inspect and analyze local traffic conditions Ability to conduct traffic investigations, counts, and surveys Ability to investigate potential traffic hazards Ability to determine the need for new traffic installations and the modification or replacement of existing installations Ability to prepare traffic legislation proposals Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and sketches of traffic plans Ability to conduct neighborhood traffic management studies Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and co-workers Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic management Knowledge of traffic rules, regulations, and ordinances Knowledge of traffic control procedures, devices, and installations Knowledge of the principles and practices of conducting traffic investigations, counts, and surveys Skill in inspecting and analyzing local traffic conditions Skill in conducting traffic investigations, counts, and surveys Skill in investigating potential traffic hazards Skill in determining the need for new traffic installations and the modification or replacement of existing installations Skill in preparing traffic legislation proposals Skill in preparing reports, presentations, and sketches of traffic plans Skill in conducting neighborhood traffic management studies Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( ) Mail or deliver documents to ATTN: Traffic Inspector I Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 Failure to submit proof of professionalLicenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Employees must maintain required licenses and certifications throughout the course of employment. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification entails the performance of physical activities such as walking and standing. Duties may require exposure to traffic and frequent travel between work sites. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Salary Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification. Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Educational Assistance 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. 01 The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions. 02 Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. 03 Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government. Yes No 04 Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions. Yes No 05 Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement. Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Driver's License Learners Permit I do not have a driver's license. 06 Select the option that best describes your education and experience. Failure to submit proof of Education may result in your application not being considered. Master's degree in engineering or a related field. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. AA degree in engineering or a related field. High School or an appropriate equivalent and at least two (2) years' experience in traffic operations, subprofessional engineering, surveys and/or a related field. 11th grade and at least four (4) years' experience in traffic operations, subprofessional engineering, surveys and/or a related field. 10th grade and at least six (6) years' experience in traffic operations, subprofessional engineering, surveys and/or a related field. Not Applicable. I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience. 07 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in traffic operations, subprofessional engineering, surveys and/or a related clude the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this you chose "Not Applicable" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" in the space provided. 08 If you are substituting education for experience, select the choice that best describes your university or college education major field of study. You must attach your proof of education to the application Master's degree in engineering or a related field. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. AA degree in engineering or a related field. Not applicable: No university or college education. 09 Do you have work experience conducting traffic counts, surveys, and studies? Yes No 10 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have conducting traffic counts, surveys, and clude the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question. 11 Do you have experience preparing and/or writing traffic legislation proposals? Yes No 12 Do you have experience investigating complaints and reports of potential traffic hazards in a Traffic Engineering environment? Yes No 13 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have investigating complaints and reports of potential traffic hazards in a Traffic Engineering environment. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question. 14 Do you have experience making field inspections to ensure work was completed in accordance with prepared plans and specifications? Yes No 15 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have making field inspections to ensure work was completed in accordance with prepared plans and the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question. 16 Do you have experience conducting neighborhood traffic management studies? Yes No 17 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have conducting neighborhood traffic management studies. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question. 18 The work of this classification entails the performance of physical activities such as walking, bending, stooping and standing. Duties require exposure to traffic and frequent travel between work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment? Yes No 19 Field investigations may involve exposure to inclement weather. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment? Yes No 20 Employees must maintain required licenses and certifications throughout the course of employment. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment? Yes No 21 Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment? Yes No 22 I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. 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Created: 2024-10-29