Traffic Systems Analyst

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
2901 West Durango Street (Show on map)
Mar 31, 2025
Posting Date 03/31/25 Application Deadline 04/05/25 Pay Range $63,750 - $107,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About the Position The Traffic Systems Analyst works in a state-of-the-art Traffic Management Center (TMC) to improve traffic flow by using cutting-edge Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and bridging the gap between traffic signal operations and maintenance. In this role, high importance is placed on using today's traffic signal equipment and technology, ITS, Automated Traffic Signal Performance Metrics (ATSPM), and other data to predict traffic conditions and keep traffic moving efficiently. This position has a high standard for customer service and will work directly with the public to address arterial congestion. This position will act as the liaison between the traffic signal operational and maintenance technical leads for ITS and traffic signal technologies. About Us We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; Or Four years of professional pre-registration civil engineering experience; Or Four years of experience leading and performing senior-level technical engineering work Certification as an Engineer-In-Training may substitute for the experience An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire We Also Value Self-motivated with the capability to operate, in real-time, several ITS and traffic management systems Ability to serve as a liaison between the traffic signal operational and maintenance technical leads for ITS and traffic signal technologies Experience in real-time operations and working in a Traffic Management Center focusing on arterial management, traveler information, and incident management Experience with using Synchro, Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM), and Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) Experience in capturing data sets from ITS and traffic management systems and platforms Experience in programming and operating traffic signal equipment Experience in writing and reviewing design reports and plans Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Signal Timing Manual Knowledge of Federal, State, and County policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances related to traffic engineering Job Contributions Review the operation of traffic signals in real-time by implementing and modifying traffic signal timing, vehicle detection, and other traffic signal systems from the Traffic Management Center (TMC) for improving traffic flows, reducing delay and travel time, and mitigating queuing based on monitoring the tools within the TMC Recommend and implement traffic signal controller parameter settings based on operational and high-resolution performance data needed to support ATSPM and other ITS systems; monitor and troubleshoot traffic signal and equipment health and adjust controller parameter settings Coordinate with multiple groups within the Traffic Operations Branch, including the Traffic Management Center and Signal Maintenance groups, and outside traffic signal manufacturers support teams to coordinate, communicate, and execute operational strategies and guidance. This position will program traffic signal controller parameters for achieving advanced signal timing initiatives as set forth by the Arterial Operations Program Monitor and analyze arterial traffic flows focused on nonrecurring congestion, special events, and incident-related scenarios using ITS tools, social media, modeling using Synchro and other traffic signal timing software, automated traffic signal performance metrics, and travel time mapping tools. Prepare implementation plans based on analysis findings Compile, interpret, analyze, and calculate field investigation data for traffic signal and traffic congestion concerns; make logical recommendations based on findings; execute solutions; and communicate with the public regarding traffic signal operational inquiries Review traffic signal warrant studies and engineering plans for compliance with standards and guidelines Act in the role of Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) Coordinator for the AZTech region. Facilitate the management of transportation corridors as a system rather than using the more traditional approach of managing roadways as individual assets Other job duties as assigned Working Conditions Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware Computer, monitors, and cell phone Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Synchro, ITS systems and Traffic Signal Controllers Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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