Develops and revises new and existing intelligent transportation system(s) (ITS). Performs responsible technical work including the analysis, design and implementation of automated traffic management systems. May be responsible for administering information resources and telecommunication hardware/software located within an Intelligent Transportation Operations Center. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists with planning and scheduling the installation and testing of hardware/software and troubleshooting
  computer/telecommunication related problems.
• Coordinates project schedule for the installation, implementation and upgrade of systems.
• Develops ITS which includes writing design documentation and methods, preparing work diagrams and data flow charts,
  evaluating systems hardware and hardware, analyzing user requirements, testing software and performing field tests. 
• Provides technical assistance and support for ITS.
• Provides training to users regarding ITS.
• Reviews and monitors contracts related to ITS.
• Reviews traffic management plans and inspects project sites to ensure compliance with system requirements.
• Serves as a liaison with internal and external entities on information resources.
• Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 

1 year experience in system analysis, design, computer programming. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: 

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• Systems development using analysis, design and documentation methodologies
• Applicable computer programming techniques and languages
• Applicable computer software applications and hardware 
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities 
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems 
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that
  support business objectives and goals 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries