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Description The Hennepin County Public Works Transportation department is seeking a Traffic Data Collection Supervisor to join the Traffic Operations division. This position will be responsible for performing traffic data collection, performing traffic engineering and analysis, and managing the traffic counting program. Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, and remote as job duties require. There is no public transportation to the facility in Medina. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but may vary depending on projects. About the position type: This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of the Public Works department to apply. Limited duration employees are not eligible. This position is internally classified as an Engineering Technician, Supervising. Click here to view the job classification specification. In this position, you will: * Manage and supervise the county's traffic counting program as required by MnDOT and county data collection guidelines. * Perform field observations, traffic data collection, signal warrant analysis, and other transportation engineering related work. * Develop formal guidelines to assist staff with traffic engineering, transportation planning and operations activities. * Assist with the preparation of applications to secure external funds. * Write formal memos comprised of engineering content to inform decision makers. * Coordinate with internal and external clients and committees, including public and private agencies, and residents. * Supervise activities of transportation data collection unit and seasonal staff. Need to have: * One of the following: * Nine years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, construction inspection or other technical engineering work, two of which must have been as a lead worker providing work direction to other technicians. * Associate degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources management, construction inspection, or closely related field and seven years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work, two years of which must have been as a lead worker providing work direction to other technicians. * Bachelor's degree or higher in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources management, construction inspection, or closely related field and five years or more of experience in technical non-professional highway, land survey, geographic information systems application, or related engineering work, two years of which must have been as a lead worker providing work direction to other technicians. * Note: GISP Certification or LSIT (Licensed Surveyor in Training) may be substituted for 5 years of experience. Current Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 4 OR Licensed Land Surveyor (LS) may count for 8 years' experience. * A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit. * Ability to operate power tools, lift items weighing up to 50 pounds, work outdoors and around traffic in all types of weather conditions, and lift items weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations. Nice to have: * Experience: * Supervising, coordinating, and evaluating the work of technical staff. * Conducting traffic engineering and operations analysis and preparing traffic analysis reports. * Performing trip generation, traffic forecasts, safety analysis, traffic signal timing, traffic counting programs, and warrant analysis. * Using Synchro/SimTraffic, ArcGIS, CAD, and other spreadsheet, database, programming, and word processing packages. * Working with MnDOT State Aid's traffic counting. * Ability to: * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county, federal, state and city staff, public officials and the general public. * Demonstrate examples of exhibiting high levels of organization and attention to documentation needs. * Coordinate work with county and contract staff for successful project completions. * Communicate and present technical and sensitive information effectively, both verbally and in writing. * Read and interpret the MnMUTCD, MnDOT Standard Design Manuals and Technical Memos, construction plans, specifications, and other written forms. * Schedule, prioritize and balance several tasks. About the department: We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources. About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that elimination of disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. Watch this video for application best practices and tips. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a drug test that may include cannabis and/or a background check. If you have any questions, please contact: Lidy Vu #LI-DNI Why work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including: * Meaningful work * Public service * Competitive pay * Work-life balance * Generous benefits * Opportunities to grow * Commitment to your success By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents. Employee Benefits Summary Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility. If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here. 01 Are you a current regular or probationary employee of the Public Works department? Limited duration employees are not eligible. * Yes * No 02 This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, and remote as job duties require. There is no public transportation to the facility in Medina. Work hours will be Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but may vary depending on projects. This position requires a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit and access to reliable transportation to visit the job site in Medina. Click here to read about the County Permit Program. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements? * Yes * No 03 In which of the following areas do you have a college or technical degree? Check all that apply. * Civil engineering * Civil engineering technology * Construction inspection * Environmental engineering * Geography * Geographic Information System * Land surveying * Planning/urban planning, or urban studies * Water resources management * Other engineering related field * None of the above 04 Select the highest degree you have completed in the field(s) above. * Associate degree * Bachelor's degree or higher * None of the above 05 Describe your relevant education making reference to area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and credits/certificate(s)/degree(s) earned. If you do not have education relevant to this position, type "None" in the space provided. 06 Which of the following work do you have experience with? Check all that apply. * Construction materials testing * Geographic information systems application * Land survey * Road or bridge construction inspection * Technical non-professional highway * Other related engineering work * None of the above 07 How many years of combined experience do you have in the work you selected in the previous question? * I do not have this experience * Less than 5 years * 5 years or more, but less than 6 years * 6 years or more, but less than 7 years * 7 years or more, but less than 8 years * 8 years or more, but less than 9 years * 9 years or more 08 Describe your professional experience in the area(s) you selected above, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience or other related engineering experience work, type "None" in the space provided. 09 Do you have any of the following certifications? Check all that apply. * GISP Certification or LSIT (Licensed Surveyor in Training) * Current Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 4 * Licensed Land Surveyor (LS) * None of the above 10 Do you have at least two years as a lead worker providing work directions to other technicians or interns? * Yes * No 11 Describe your experience as a lead worker providing work directions to other technicians or interns, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type 'None' in the space provided. 12 How many years of experience do you have conducting traffic engineering planning and operations (i.e. traffic counts, forecasting, safety analysis, warrant analysis, operations, and simulation modeling)? * I do not have this experience * Less than 1 year * 1 year or more, but less than 2 years * 2 years or more, but less than 3 years * 3 years or more, but less than 4 years * 4 years or more, but less than 5 years * 5 years or more 13 Describe your experience conducting traffic engineering planning and operations (i.e. traffic counts, forecasting, safety analysis, warrant analysis, operations, and simulation modeling), referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided. 14 Which of the following software applications do you have experience using? Check all that apply. * Arc GIS * Microsoft Excel * Microsoft Outlook * Microsoft Word * MicroStation/Openroads Designer * Synchro/SimTraffic * Other * None of the above 15 If you checked "Other" in the previous question, please indicate the name of the related software. If this does not apply to you, type "None" in the space provided. 16 If you are a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and are applying for your first promotion after securing public employment, you are eligible to have five points added to your competitive promotional examination rating. 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