Intelligent Transportation Systems Supervisor

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department.

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This essential position supervises the ITS technicians that conduct a variety of maintenance work related to the support of the DelDOT's traffic signals and ITS equipment. Installs, maintains, modifies, adjusts, test, troubleshoots, and/or repairs traffic control signals and related communication and ITS field devices. Responds to emergency situations (including nights, weekends, and holidays) to assist with repair and maintenance of traffic systems. Follows applicable safety procedures when working in traffic. Must be able to use equipment such as bucket trucks, cable locating instruments, and electrical test equipment. Must be physically able to lift materials such as pedestrian signal poles, junction well lids, and other traffic signal equipment.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of intelligent transportation systems equipment. 
   
• Repairs copper-wired, fiber-optic, and wireless communication systems related to intelligent transportation systems equipment.
   
• Tests intelligent transportation systems equipment using detection software and a variety of testing devices such as multi-meters, meggars, GPS equipment, and oscilloscopes. 
   
• Interprets blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams for the purpose of diagnosing intelligent transportation systems equipment. 
   
• Applies the standards, principles, and practices of the department safety manual, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and the National Electrical Code. 
   
• Responds to emergencies relating to problems and situations involving intelligent transportation system equipment. 
   
• Transfers data to and from field unit devices such as traffic signal controllers, piezoelectric axle sensors, and automatic data recorders into a computer database. 
   
• Detects, locates, and marks out underground utilities. 
   
• May perform field counts for traffic control and timing. 
   
• Operates motorized equipment such as an aerial lift device with extended arm for purposes of repairing and replacing intelligent transportation systems equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Intelligent Transportation Systems Technician Supervisor
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: 

1. Six months experience in designing intelligent transportation systems configurations, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
2. Three years experience in constructing intelligent transportation systems configurations by interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
3. Three years experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing intelligent transportation systems equipment.
4. Six months experience in interpreting the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) requirements.
5. Six months experience in interpreting the National Electrical Code.
6. Knowledge of contract management and control which includes ensuring compliance with terms of contracts; negotiating changes to existing contracts.
7. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
8. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. 

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. 

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.