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Job Description
CLOSING DATE:OPEN UNTIL FILLED
This position may be underfilled at the Engineer Technician I level, Grade 17.There is a non-competitive promotional opportunity to an Engineer Technician II , Grade 18.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION :
MCDOT's mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County.MCDOT supports its residents, commuters and visitors with transit options and infrastructure that provides seamless transportation services to the public.
ABOUT THE JOB :
MCDOT seeks an Engineer Technician I to join its Traffic Signal Engineering team.This position will be based within the Division of Transportation Engineering and Operations (DTEO) , under the Transportation Management Section .
This is entry-level traffic engineering technician work of a paraprofessional nature. Work focuses on constructing, modifying, and maintaining traffic signal devices and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices as part of the County's Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS).
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING :
The person in this position will perform a variety of work in an office setting as well as in the field at traffic signals and construction sites.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepares traffic signal documents including but not limited to signal pole locations, traffic signal indication location and configuration, traffic signal phasing, timing and sequence, pavement markings, and intersection-related signing.
- Conduct traffic evaluations and field investigations to review traffic safety and/or operational improvements requests.
- Coordinate and inspect the installation and modification of traffic control devices
- Prepare work orders to arrange installation and modifications of traffic control devices.
- Coordinate work activities with the Transportation Management Center (TMC), the Technical Center, and other work units within MCDOT.
- Review and submit comments regarding traffic signal plans offered by the Maryland State Highway Administration and engineering consultants for the County or developers based on the department's guidelines and principles and the guiding principles as presented in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Answer telephone inquiries, letters, and emails, and respond to other agency/citizen requests related to assigned projects and programs.
WHO WE ARE SEEKING :
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem-solver who can create innovative solutions. Good organizational skills are essential to tracking and managing projects. Good interpersonal and communication skills are a significant advantage to a person in this position. Computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office applications, are desired, along with good customer service skills to help resolve residents' concerns.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
This position
REQUIRES the possession of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license and the ability to drive a county vehicle to visit sites for fieldwork such as investigations and surveillance and to perform other work at locations outside the office such as field meetings and traffic signal inspections.
The individual selected for this position will be considered an Essential Employee and overtime work will be required. Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave .
This position will be assigned to work at the Public Safety Communication Center (PSCC) and will require a criminal record check/background investigation.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
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The anticipated salary range in hiring for this position is:
- Engineer Technician I - $54,027 to $69,468
- Engineer Technician II - $56,220 to $72,453
Additional Employment Information
OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.
Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to ...@montgomerycountymd.gov . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference .
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at19A-12 of the County Code . Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from theEthics Commissionwebsite.
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE :
If filled at Engineer Technician I :Considerable (three (3) years) experience in an applicable technical field that has required the application of principles of physical science and mathematics to assist engineers in solving civil, traffic or environmental engineering problems.
If Filled at Engineer Technician II :Thorough (five (5) years) experience in an applicable technical field that has required the application of principles of physical science and mathematics to the solution of civil, traffic, fire protection or environmental engineering problems.
ALL LEVELS - EDUCATION : Completion of high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland.
ALL LEVELS - EQUIVALENCY : An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
ALL LEVELS - LICENSE : Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.
Preferred Criteria
There are no Preferred Criteria Assessments .All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications.Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated "Qualified," placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview.Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a "Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
- Experience using computers, computer applications, and the internet.
- Oral and written communication.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume .
Minimum Salary 56220
Maximum Salary 88686
Currency USD