PRINCIPAL TRAFFIC ANALYST

Code: 02859 Local Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, has charge of the work programs and staff of the Traffic Survey Section; does related work as required.

Examples of work

• Plans and directs the work of Clerk Enumerators and Traffic Analysts of varied grades in field investigations related to proposed traffic control plans and regulations.
• Reviews proposed traffic ordinances, resolutions and regulations to determine conformance to traffic engineering principles and practices; prepares recommendations.
• Reviews reports and proposals prepared by traffic survey staff for completeness and accuracy; provides recommendations.
• Provides assignments and instructions to staff and supervises the performance of their work.
• Conducts field investigations of traffic conditions.
• Plans and conducts surveys of traffic including Through Streets, One-way Streets, Parking Practices, Speed and Driver behavior practices.
• Assigns and supervises the investigations of efficacy of operation of several types of traffic regulatory and control methods and devices.
• Prepares and reviews investigation reports.
• Prepares statistical and other reports of traffic conditions, problems and plans.
• Supervises the maintenance of records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

Five (5) years experience in engineering, drafting or traffic control work or in responsible traffic investigation work from the point of view of traffic regulations and control.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in NJ only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of and familiarity with the laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to traffic regulations and controls and the problems of highway traffic regulations in New Jersey.
• Knowledge of the varied types of devices, equipment and methods used in traffic controls.
• Knowledge of the equipment, devices and procedures used to conduct traffic investigations, surveys and studies, including studies of speed, driver behavior, parking and other related studies.
• Knowledge and familiarity with statistical theory, methods and practices used in traffic survey.
• Ability to provide assignments, instructions and supervise employees.
• Ability to read and interpret traffic control and regulation laws and apply them to specific situations.
• Ability to meet with the public and representatives of other governmental agencies regarding traffic problems and regulations.
• Ability to conduct field visits, inspections, surveys and studies involved in the investigation and analysis of traffic control problems.
• Ability to prepare correspondence.
• Ability to prepare statistical analyses and presentations of data and prepare reports of traffic control and regulation problems.
• Ability to supervise the maintenance of the records and files.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute education at an accredited college or university for the experience as indicated on a year for year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.