Note:  If the selected candidate is moving from a non-safety-sensitive job to a safety-sensitive job and/or moving from a non-physically demanding job to a physically demanding job, a drug test and/or a physical exam will be required.

The traffic systems operator assists in operations of computer traffic surveillance and control systems to provide traffic control for urban freeway and arterial traffic.    Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.  High School Diploma or GED.  Must have computer related skills and ability to perform on computer related software applications: such as word processors, databases, and web based applications.  One year of experience in routine or special maintenance with some experience in traffic control situations and/or positions involving dispatching.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Special Working conditions/Job Characteristics:

Monitoring system resources and computer applications to quickly detect and identify incidents or hazardous conditions along the interstate and disseminating information regarding incidents, coordinating with emergency response units, and maintaining a working knowledge of computer system applications and procedures.

The ability to work flexible hours, rotating shifts, and or on-call support to meet the demands of the traffic operations center, which will include night and weekend hours.

The positions is a 3rd shift position, which will require overnight work and may include weekend hours.

Requires substantial hours of computer monitoring.

Note: Outside candidates will be considered at the same time.

The Missouri Department of Transportation promotes an equal opportunity workplace that includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise disabled applicants and employees.  Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.

Application with resume and college transcript must be postmarked by March 28, 2005.