Traffic Data Collection Technician (Seasonal)

Are you ready to be a part of the City of Medford's Traffic Data Collection efforts? We're seeking two (2) seasonal Traffic Data Collectors to join the Public Works Department's Traffic Engineering Division . If you're reliable and detail-oriented, we want you on our team!
Key Responsibilities:
Accurately install Data Collection devices in the roadway.
Collect count data with precision and attention to detail.
Drive to and between multiple work locations using a City vehicle.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid driver's license. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Successful completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrate good written communication skills and perform detailed note taking.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to follow oral, written, and drawn instructions.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Relate to the public in a positive manner.
• Work for extended periods of time in various weather conditions including weather extremes.

Available Schedule:

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

INCLUDED BENEFITS:

• Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7

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Essential Functions of the Position:

• Accurately install Data Collection devices in the roadway.
• Perform testing to ensure equipment is in working order.
• Work primarily outdoors in Right of Way areas.
• Drive City vehicle to multiple locations through City to set and retrieve collection devises.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Assist Engineering staff in a variety of daily tasks or special projects.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Competencies:
Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources, respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.
Active Listening - Effective performers offer their full attention when others speak. They listen actively, giving verbal and nonverbal cues of their interest. When the speaker has finished, they paraphrase what was said to ensure understanding.
Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.
High Standards - Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices, share them, and then improve upon them.
Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today's organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
This position works both outdoors and indoors. Exposure to potentially dangerous traffic environments when conducting field work. The office environment includes exposure to regular office noise and distractions, adequate lighting, and regulated HVAC systems in relation to temperature. Operates automobile to perform City-wide travel. May require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, weather, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, electric currents, or traffic hazards. May interact with public in course of duties.
Minimal physical effort required for work performed in the office; light to moderate physical effort required when moving equipment while conducting field work requiring an ability to move/transport up to 30 pounds as well as stoop, crouch, crawl and kneel to place equipment. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, depth, textures, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

IMPORTANT (Please read):

1. It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
2. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
3. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
4. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

1. Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
2. This position is open until filled. For first consideration, apply by April 10, 2024.
3. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
4. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Favorable driving record
• Physical examination
• Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.

Employment Type: Seasonal (less than 6 months) up to 40 hr/wk