Engineering Technician 5

The overall function of this position is to assist the Assistant District Traffic Operations Engineer in fulfilling the duties of the District Traffic Section. This position is located in District 04, Unit 002, and reports directly to the Assistant District Traffic Operations Engineer. The incumbent must be self-motivated, able to perform duties with minimal supervision, and capable of interpreting unforeseen conditions as they arise. The incumbent will also participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend continuing education classes and conferences as necessary to support the successful performance of required duties. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx •This vacancy is a promotion open to current DOTD employees only and may be filled by a detail to special duty. •This is a promotional opportunity for DOTD employees only. Possession of a high school diploma or GED plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; OR Eighteen semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

Conducts traffic studies and collects, processes, and analyzes traffic data to evaluate roadway safety, traffic flow, and capacity needs. Prepares traffic engineering reports and correspondence and makes recommendations for improvements such as traffic signals, speed zones, signage, pavement striping, and roadway capacity changes. Performs field observations, traffic counts, speed studies, and crash data reviews to assess traffic conditions and support engineering decisions in a high-traffic work environment. Assists with reviewing project plans, permits, and traffic control devices to ensure compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and departmental policies. Supports traffic safety and program administration activities, including overseeing the district Outdoor Advertising Program, assisting with safety projects, processing permits, and performing additional duties as needed, including emergency or disaster response.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

This vacancy is a promotion opportunity open to current DOTD employees only and may be filled by a detail to special duty. Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

DOTD EMPLOYEES

Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM #59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience sections of the application. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Brandon Greco Engineer 6 318-549-8310 "The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type." Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here .