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Working Title: Data Collection Technician

Job Class: Transportation Generalist

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 05/21/2024

• Closing Date : 05/28/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Metro / Program Support

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $23.34 - $29.28 / hourly; $48,733 - $61,136 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area : Traffic Engineering - Program Support

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position was previously posted and is being reposted for additional applications.

This position will perform various types of traffic studies by using comprehensive software programs, electronic counting devices, radar detection, and video cameras which are all used in gathering, processing, and analyzing traffic data as assigned within the Metro District Traffic Data Collection Unit.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and prioritize data collection activities independently with the appropriate state and local government agencies.

• Program, synchronize and install electronic counting devices, video equipment, and radar equipment to collect traffic data.

• Review collected data for discrepancies and errors.

• Process collected data using comprehensive software programs such as Centurion Parks, PetraPro, CountPro, and CountCam data analysis & reporting software, Word, Excel, and other pertinent documentation.

• Build and provide complex traffic study reports.

• Effectively communicate with customers explaining the evaluated collected traffic data in written or oral format.

• Review two-year cycle data collection locations and maps with prior year locations and maps for accuracy.

• Schedule, map and prioritize data collection locations per cycle increments.

• Train new students in gathering and the evaluation of traffic counting technology.

• Perform activities required to investigate tort claim against MnDOT and reporting and recording the outcome of the investigate.

Snow and Ice

Performs Snow & Ice duties such as:

• Maintains roadways for snow and ice control.

• Removes snow from roadways and shoulders.

• Opens and widens roadways of large accumulations of snow.

• Removes snow from rights of way or yards.

• Applies anti-icing and de-icing chemicals on stretches of highway under slippery conditions.

• Removes ice and material from culverts.

**The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with:

• A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no air brake restriction and tanker endorsement within 6 months is required. Training will be provided.

Exam Part 1:

• Six (6) months of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities (as listed in the examples of work) or related activities, AND six (6) months of experience in any of the following areas: road or bridge maintenance, construction, design, materials/soils, permits, signs, surveys, traffic engineering;

OR

• A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. Degree equivalencies include the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Exam Part 2: Math and Reading Assessment

• Receipt of a passing score of Level 4 or higher on the math portion of the computerized test and Level 4 or higher on the computerized reading test. [The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.] Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be contacted to test and may select a test site based on their geographic availability.

Physical Requirements

Pre-Employment Physical Exam for Transportation Generalist Senior or Transportation Generalist: A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into specific job classifications will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that the successful candidate must pass employer reference checks and a criminal history check prior to employment. The reference check and background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

• Pre-employment Physical

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.