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Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer

Arlington County VA41 open roles

Pay
$83,158 – $128,877 a year
Where
Arlington, VA, United States
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Your applicationOpen nowIntelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) EngineerArlington County VA · Arlington, VA, United States

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Arlington County VA postings stay open a median of 14 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.3%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 57.8%60 days
This job: posted 9 days ago

Arlington County VA median: 14 days open

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Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Traffic Systems Engineer to join our team! The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) team within the Transportation Engineering and Operations (TEO) Bureau focuses on the design, analysis, and operations of traffic signals, streetlights, and ITS. This position is a unique opportunity to apply new technologies to transportation infrastructure to improve safety, operations, and efficiency. This position will work with the County’s Department of Technology Services (DTS) to apply principles of information technology in conjunction with traffic engineering concepts to transportation systems.

Responsibilities

Major Job Duties:

  • Serving as operational lead on ITS efforts such as traffic camera deployment, count station site selection and installation, roadside assembly installations and management (such as school beacons, Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons, speed feedback signs), and other device management systems;
  • Creating or delivering tools that will improve ITS device monitoring and maintenance tracking;
  • Developing and implementing policies, performance measures, and standard operating procedures (SOP's);
  • Coordinating with County IT department (DTS) for fiber related tasks, such as servers, switches and other ITS devices;
  • Coordinating with Arlington Public Schools (APS), state agencies, and utilities/telecom companies for management of the various ITS;
  • Researching new ITS technologies, and conducting benefit cost analysis to identify program development directions including completing systems engineering analysis;
  • Developing and maintaining ITS asset database using OpenGov and managing operational workflows;
  • Assisting with strategic planning efforts including budget preparation and funding requests; and
  • Performing other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Experience collaborating with a wide variety of technical disciplines to implement solutions;
  • Experience reviewing, analyzing, and describing technical data in writing and orally; and
  • Knowledge base in both transportation and information technologies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (systems, civil, electrical, computer, etc.), Computer Science, or related field;
  • This is a multigrade position and the candidate’s experience, education, and achievement of competencies will determine the applicable multi-grade rating as well as the progress through the career ladder;Engineer I:No experience is required. Engineer II:Significant professional-level work experience post Bachelor's OR considerable professional-level engineering work experience post Bachelor's plus at least 1 of the required certifications listed below. Engineer III:Progressively responsible significant professional-level engineering work experience post Bachelor's OR Significant professional-level engineering work experience post Bachelor's plus at least 2 of the required certifications listed below.

Substitution(s): For Engineer levels II and III, some certification can be substituted for the experience requirement on the following basis:

  • Engineer II: 1 year of experience can be substituted for one of the following certifications/trainings:Arlington County Project Officer; VDOT Advanced Work Zone certifications; or Completion of 40 hours of FHWA, VDOT, NACTO, ITE, or UVA-TTA training.
  • Engineer III: 2 years of experience can be substituted for tow of the following certifications/trainings:Arlington County Project Officer; VDOT Advanced Work Zone certifications; Completion of 40 hours of FHWA, VDOT, NACTO, ITE, or UVA-TTA training.
  • Experience may not be substituted for the Engineering Degree requirement. A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for one year of engineering experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following:

  • Experience with traffic management operations and planning, including ITS deployment;
  • Knowledge of IT topics such as data management, security and networking, firmware/device configuration, etc.; and/or
  • Professional Engineering License.

Special Requirements

  • Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
  • Driver's License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.
  • Resume Requirement: A complete application includes a resume. Please attach your resume to the application and verify that the details of your application provide further evidence of your experience and qualifications as displayed on your resume.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.

Additional Information

Work hours: Position is full-time onsite, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility and telework options pending supervisor approval.

Work Schedule: This position is classified as essential and must be available to work as needed to support emergency operations. This may include working certain holidays, snow events, or emergency activations.

The official title of this position is Engineer I, Engineer II, or Engineer III. Salary ranges for each level are as follows:

  • Engineer I: $83,158.40 - $128,876.80
  • Engineer II: $87,318.40 - $135,324.80
  • Engineer III: $96,304.00 - $149,240.00

Employees that are registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) will be eligible for a pay premium of $2,600 annually.

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

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