Traffic Analyst I
13 days ago
Alpharetta
Job Description That is a comprehensive job description. I have reformatted it for better readability, scannability, and organization, breaking down the large sections into clear bullet points and headings. Since you are in Talent Acquisition for American BOA, this improved format should be helpful for presenting the role to candidates. ???? Traffic Analyst I Job Description???? Job Summary This position performs technical and administrative functions in support of traffic management activities within the Transportation Department. The role involves collecting field data, observing traffic conditions, and assisting the Traffic Analyst II with gathering and analyzing data for traffic engineering studies. ✨ Essential Job Functions1. Data Collection & Management * Conduct and Compile Traffic Counts: Collect and compile various field data, including speed counts, tube counts, traffic counts, and Average Daily Traffic (ADT) counts for traffic signals and general studies. * Equipment Operations: Set up and manage equipment to conduct counts, transferring data to and from counting devices. * Reporting: Maintain data files for future use and submit comprehensive reports to management, state, and county agencies as required. * Accident Report Review: Download, sort, organize, and review all traffic accident reports. Notify staff promptly of any listed damage to city infrastructure. * Video Monitoring: Monitor, video record, count, and collect data for all major intersections, including setting up temporary cameras and occasional on-site vehicle counting. Maintain an inventory of all city-wide counts. 2. Traffic Systems Monitoring & Improvement * Driver Feedback Signs: Manage the driver’s feedback sign program, maintaining a rotational schedule to move signs across the City. Conduct and analyze before-and-after speed studies. * Identify Trouble Spots: Observe problematic areas within the traffic and transportation system and recommend design improvements to the supervisor. * Study & Analysis: Conduct studies of stop signs and create collision diagrams and condition diagrams for High Accident Locations. * Field Work & Remediation: Photograph traffic accident sites and transportation issues. Submit work orders for readily observable remedies. 3. Safety & Professional Development * Safety Compliance: Strictly follow all safety procedures, report unsafe activities and conditions, utilize safety equipment, and monitor the work environment to ensure the safety of employees and the public. * Continuing Education: Maintain a current, comprehensive knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes, and regulations. Conduct research on new issues, methods, equipment, and trends. Participate in continuing education, professional affiliations, meetings, and training. 4. Administrative Support * Inventory & Supplies: Monitor inventory levels and ensure an adequate supply of materials for work activities; initiate requests for new or replacement items. * Communication: Communicate with the supervisor, other employees, departments, and the public to coordinate work, exchange information, and resolve problems. Respond to requests for service or assistance. * Documentation: Prepare and process various forms, reports, correspondence, time cards, and other documentation. * Technical Operation: Operate a personal computer and general office equipment, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, AutoCAD, or other system software. ???? Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience * Required: High School Diploma or GED. * Preferred: One (1) year of traffic engineering analysis experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Licenses or Certifications * Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)CategoryRequired AbilitiesTechnicalKnowledge of and ability to utilize AutoCAD, GIS, Excel, Outlook, and HDM programs. Ability to operate equipment, machinery, and tools necessary for essential functions.AnalyticalAbility to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, and fractions) and interpret graphs.JudgmentAbility to exercise independent judgment and creativity in evaluating information against measurable criteria and in applying principles of rational systems to interpret instructions.CommunicationAbility to provide guidance and interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards. Ability to communicate orally.⚠️ Work Environment and Physical DemandsPhysical Demands * Activity: Light to medium duty work involving exertion of very moderate effort. * Movement: Requires combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and moderate to extensive walking along roads or surveying areas. * Lifting: May involve lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds), with occasional assistance required for equipment weighing 50-75 lbs. * Other: Tasks may require extended periods at a keyboard. Must be able to perceive and discriminate colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues. Work Environment * Work is regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including: dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, heat, humidity, sun, rain, temperature and noise extremes, and traffic hazards. Note: The City of Roswell, Georgia commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees.