DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address: 6200-SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE ADMIN
2302 W Durango Street
Phoenix AZ 85009

Salary: $ 101,700.00 - $ 106,700.00 
Anticipated Salary: $ 106,700.00

Grade: 27

Closing Date: May 23, 2025

This position is responsible for the efficient timing and phasing of traffic signals that are operated and maintained by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) as well as the supervision of assigned staff. This position also interacts directly with local agencies and other ADOT stakeholder to facilitate the effective operation of traffic signals across jurisdictional boundaries.

Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Develop traffic signal phasing and timing plans for various traffic flow conditions such as peak periods, off peak periods, special event, and traffic incidents. This includes data collection, analysis and computer modeling using various traffic signal optimizations programs, such as SYNCH RO & TRANSYNC.

Implement traffic signal timing plans and monitor performance. Implementation includes uploading of timing plans into the central Maxview /Kinetics. Monitoring included working in the Traffic Operations Center and making changes to signal timing or signal timing plans to reduce travel delay and congestion. This position will require some after hours and weekend remote signal timing for planned and unplanned closures.

Collaborate with local agencies and other intern a I ADOT stakeholders in the development and implementation of traffic signal timing plans to facilitate the effective coordination of traffic signal operations across jurisdictional boundaries. This includes development and execution of various Inter-governmental Agreements (as needed).

Research and develop traffic signal hardware and software specifications. Prepare various reports, plans, schedules and project needs statements in support of more efficient traffic signal operations.

Perform various personnel management duties, such as coaching, training, monitoring performance, performing appraisals, scheduling/assigning workload, and approving time.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge:
Knowledge of the MUTCD, ADOT Traffic Guidelines and Procedures
Fundamentals of traffic signal timing and basic principles of traffic safety
Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures related to program and department goals
Knowledge of budgeting and program administration Knowledge of traffic signal modeling software, SYNCH RO, TRANSYNC, and others
Knowledge or Google Suite

Skills:
Computer Skills related to central traffic signal systems software and traffic signal operations analysis software
Analytical skills related to traffic signal operations
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Skilled in preparing technical reports related to traffic signal operations
Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software

Ability:
Ability to make decisions related to traffic operations based on the best information available
Ability to effective communicate, cooperate and collaborate with the broad spectrum of stakeholders at both the technical and administrative levels
Ability to manage and engage with employees
Ability to identify, define, analyze and solve problems
Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

4 year college degree in civil engineering, systems engineering, electrical engineering, or closely related field. Registered as a PE.

(Minimum 15 years of experience working in traffic engineering performing traffic signal phasing, timing analysis and ITS implementation with progressively increasing responsibility and management may substitute for above requirements)

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Valid AZ Driver's License.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.