Title: Electronics Manager - Intelligent Traffic Systems

State Role Title: Electronics Manager I

Hiring Range: $72,181 - $117,294

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Fredericksburg District Office

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

What drives you? Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for YOU!

VDOT’s Fredericksburg District has exciting an opportunity available in its Traffic Engineering Department. We are seeking qualified candidates to fill an Electronics Manager – Intelligent Traffic Systems vacancy. This position oversees the installation and maintenance of Traffic Signals and ITS devices to include network, communications, equipment specifications development, procurement, testing, changeable message signs, highway advisory radio, CCTV cameras, traffic detectors, etc. They will lead a team of contracted and state force technicians to diagnose and repair devices to support District Operations and TOCs.

Required skills for job & position:
• Knowledge of mathematics as applies to transportation studies
• Ability to analyze various data and draw logical conclusions
• Knowledge of the design of computer hardware and software systems, telecommunications, and network configurations
• Knowledge of basic principles and practices of data collection and transportation survey procedures
• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices to a variety of engineering projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering processes and system analysis
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities
• Thorough knowledge of computer and communication technologies associated with transportation systems
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations and VDOT policies, procedures, and standards related to electrical and electronic devices, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations
• Demonstrated ability to apply systems engineering technical principles and practices to a variety of complex projects
• Ability to supervise staff and programs
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, problem solving and effective decision making
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to manage electronic and information technology systems projects

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Experience applying federal and state regulations related to electrical and electronic devices, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in the areas of electrical and electronic systems analysis and maintenance
• Knowledge of the design of computer hardware and software systems, telecommunications and network configurations
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing
• Experience maintaining detailed and accurate records
• Experience supervising staff and programs to include the ability to plan, coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments and competing priorities

Additional Considerations

• IMSA level II Traffic Signal Technician or related field experience
• Project management experience with electronic or information technology systems
• Experience with traffic management systems. Supervisory experience involving oversight of technical work groups
• Experience with ITS and Systems Management maintenance and operations to include computer and communication technologies associated with transportation systems
• A combination of training, experience or education in Traffic Signal Technology, Traffic Engineering, Electronics or related field desired

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp

VDOT employees have shared Values and a Code of Ethics. http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp Your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

This position is classified as “essential” to emergency operations and is expected to work outside of normal work hours, on weekends and holidays during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.

"VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands."

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability Program, a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching, Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, tuition assistance, wellness programs, etc.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the state recruitment platform (PageUp). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your application account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application/resume, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information or attach a resume. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Priya Paranthaman

Email: priya.paranthaman@vdot.virginia.gov