Traffic Specialist Position Available In Greene, Missouri

::: {tabindex=”0″}## Job Summary

• Why youll love this positionNote for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location:

Work location of Springfield, Clinton, Carthage, or Joplin will be considered.

• If selected for further consideration, you will be contacted to schedule an interview for July 10th, 2025.
• Why youll love this position:

The traffic specialist reviews and approves work relating to roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposed on department right of way, and performs inspections of projects to ensure compliance with specifications set forth in permits. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or senior level, based on your skills and experience.

This opening is for one of ourCAREER-LADDERpositions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.:::::: {tabindex=”0″}## Responsibilities

• What youll do
• Prepare and issue permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with designated project specifications and requirements
• Meet with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits
• Review and approve proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; make recommendation for modification; may coordinate permit work with other district departments
• Review work zone requests and approve or restrict work zone activity based on the impact to traffic and the community
• Conduct field inspections of projects and work zones, and perform measurements of traffic control devices to ensure compliance with departmental standards.:::::: {tabindex=”0″}## Qualifications
• All you need for successAll you need for success:

Minimum QualificationsTwo years of college or

Associate’s Degree:

Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field,ANDtwo years of experience with the department in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field,ORFour years of experience with the department in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related fieldSpecial Working Conditions

• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

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