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Job Description

AECOM Is seeking a Traffic Monitoring Center Lead/Specialist in Ocoee, Florida at the Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Traffic Management Center (TMC). The candidate shall be qualified in all aspects of the Freeway Operations area and Control Room activities, as demonstrated through continued improvement by methods of evaluation and practical experiences including the department’s TMC operations certifications testing. A candidate placed into this classification will be required to assist the TMC Shift Supervisors with identified special projects, including training and special event coordination. These roles may have a specialization in leadership of operational staff, training curriculums & activities, quality control & assurance functions, and/or construction & mobility management functions.

The responsibilities of the Traffic Monitoring Center Lead/Specialist include:

• Works under limited supervision performing both simple and potentially complex tasks.

•Takes lead role in work-flow coordination.

• Monitoring the roadways, including detecting, confirming, updating, and responding to scheduled and unscheduled traffic events and congestion with ITS devices such as closed-circuit TV, detectors, etc.

• Act like an emergency dispatcher within a control room environment dispatching Road Rangers via a two-way radio system to assist motorists, respond to events and other activities that require timely and efficient responses.

• As directed, communicates with managers, operations/project managers and department lead to provide status updates, ascertain needs within the control room operation and provide solutions to issues.

• Supports the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

• Assist in the research and development of presentations, technical memos and studies.

• Attend internal and external meetings to represent the Transportation Management Center.

• Actively reviews maintenance and operational activities for accuracy and appropriateness, providing guidance and feedback to staff as needed.

• Mentors current staff and new hires on procedures and policies.

• Assume operations leadership role in absence of supervisor/manager.

• Contribute to accurate and timely after-action reports for high-impact incidents and events.

• Work on special assignments, tasks, reports and presentations.

• Perform other duties as needed by turnpike leadership and onsite management/supervision.

• Assists with special event planning and setup.

• Effectively supports the recruitment, selection, on-boarding and training/mentoring process for employment candidates.

• Advise and assist with TMC outreach within the community and client stakeholder networks.

• Provide leadership & direction to TMC staff members to support & assist them in carrying out their assignments.

• Monitor performance data, including dashboards, performance measures reporting and other resources to support operational improvements and staff development.

• Develop and update training materials

• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• HS/GED Equivalent + 2 or more years prior experience as Traffic Monitoring Operator or other relevant experience.

• Must be able to synthesize information from multiple, diverse, and simultaneous inputs.

• Must pass a state and federal criminal history/security background check; must also successfully complete Florida Department of Transportation fingerprint-based screening.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time monitoring Intelligent Transportation Systems such CCTV camera displays, meters, law enforcement radio broadcasts, answering/responding to calls and communicating to staff or partner agencies.

• Constantly operate a computer and other monitoring equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Associates degree or greater in a relatable discipline; or practical experience in a similar role; 1+ years working in a leadership capacity; experience in traffic management or emergency services.

• Ability to work calmly and accurately under pressure.

• Effective oral and written communications skills for in-person, radio, and phone conversations.

• Experience in leading, mentoring, and evaluating personnel.

• Effective communication, organizational, and people skills.

• Proficient use of computers, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and audio/visual equipment.

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

• This position does not include relocation benefits.

• This is an onsite position.

• This is NOT a remote position but located on the client site locations.

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Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $22.00/hour - $25.00/hour.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10113805

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Operations & Maintenance

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Field Services LLC