This is paraprofessional engineering technician work that includes a considerable amount of computer and networking efforts. Work assignments involve coordinating with Information Technology (IT) and traffic signal maintenance staff, to manage and modify traffic communications network. The employee troubleshoots issues with equipment in the field and configures both hardware and software elements of the traffic network. Position includes design and construction project management, including responsibilities for bidding and managing budgets. Work is performed independently but assistance and direction are routinely provided by supervisors.

The day and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employees Council

• Works with Engineering, Maintenance and IT staff to develop and maintain the City’s traffic signal communications network.
• Responsible for trouble shooting connectivity issues in the traffic signal communications network. Work includes:
  • Setting up IP addresses
  • Configuring modems and switches
  • Maintenance of field hardware
• Extensive coordination with IT staff for system modifications and maintenance
• Coordination with consultants, contractors and traffic signal maintenance staff
• Works with Engineering staff on:
  • Ensuring traffic engineering projects stay within the proposed budget guidelines
  • The designing and construction of traffic engineering related projects
  • Development of Request for Proposals for design and services
  • Design and construction of traffic engineering related projects
  • Budget management of various projects
• Coordination with IT staff on management of GIS layer for traffic system infrastructure
• Responsible for maintaining traffic system central management program
  • Setting up signalized intersections into the traffic system program
• Coordination with IT staff on the maintenance of the traffic engineering server
• Responsible for the optimization of traffic signal timings
• Responsible for the coordination of traffic signals along a corridor
• Modeling of City’s signal and road network in the traffic modeling program
• Oversee documentation of as?built records for traffic signals and communications network

• Familiarity with coding and network communications, including configuration of Local Area Networks (LANs), Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, modems, routers, switches, etc.
• Familiarity with Synchro for use of determining preliminary traffic signal timings
• Working knowledge of basic engineering principles that apply to assigned work
• Ability to use ATMS.now, Synchro, Metrocount, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Laserfiche, Adobe, scanner and other electronic software and equipment
• Ability to determine, search for and coordinate with appropriate personnel in other internal and external organizations
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees, representatives of outside agencies and the public
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license
• Ability to read plot plans and legal property descriptions, and to record data
• Ability to pass a background check to receive access to police records
• Ability to lift and carry bulky objects which weigh up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk constantly for up to two hours
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain, to climb steps, and to bend, twist, turn, squat, kneel, grasp and reach as needed to perform job duties
• Ability to tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with urban exhaust
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Sub professional experience working with Information Technology (IT) related services, as an IT specialist and/or network engineer, or graduation from an accredited course in information technology plus sub?professional engineering experience is preferred. Experience with traffic signal operations and traffic engineering project management and principles is advantageous. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and pre?employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

(Last Updated 1/21/2015)

CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years' employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee's option as scheduled with the supervisor.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.

5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.

6.LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.

7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.

8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE – This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make pre-tax deductions for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
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