Traffic Operations Specialist | 901801

As a Traffic Operations Specialist contractor with our Columbus, Ohio client, you will have the opportunity to become an expert in traffic operations using an advanced software platform to manage and report critical road incidents. You will learn valuable software system skills that help save lives and improve transit service in the Columbus, Ohio Region.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work independently with little daily supervision.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work in a team environment.
• Follow defined processes and quickly grasp new software solutions.
• Report and demonstrate effectiveness of software to real world situations and end user experiences.
• Computer systems skills with the capability to operate multiple software packages.
• Coordinate with partner agencies and involved stakeholders to develop consistent report formats that will benefit said parties for planning and operations activities.
• Provide clear and concise Quality Control and Assurance (QC/QA) feedback.
• Monitor system resources to quickly detect and identify incident or hazardous conditions.
• Assist Radio Room with other duties as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Associate and/or bachelor’s degree or higher in related field is a plus.
• 1 year of experience as TMC operator is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skills in interpersonal relationships and ability to work well within a diverse group.
• Ability to clearly communicate written and verbal information.
• Ability to write reports, and correspondence.
• Attention to detail and ability to articulate information to representatives and client organization management
• Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to coordinate real time activities and priorities.
• Ability to work alternate work schedules and be on-call as necessary
• Ability to use freeway management and other traffic control computer applications.
• Preferred - Experience in a public safety, emergency management, transportation dispatch or similar environment, familiarity with Regional DOT Interstates and local roadway.
• Preferred - Experience in highway/transportation planning, emergency management, system analysis or quantitative analysis of transportation/highway systems or demonstration of equivalent strategic planning operations.

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