Technical Analyst, Traffic Operations

**Job Description**:
**Technical Analyst, Traffic Operations**

**Public Works - Transportation**

**Contract Full-Time; 13 Months**

**Salary Range: $71,690 - $89,613 per annum**

**Work Mode**: Hybrid *_see below for more details about this work mode._

**Location**:10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

**Hours of Work**:35 hours/week

**_The role_**_:_**

Reporting to the Supervisor of Traffic Operations, the Technical Analyst is responsible for addressing and analyzing traffic engineering related concerns and requests, including but not limited to signage, pavement markings, traffic control devices and by-law related requests (speed limits, truck restrictions and prohibitions, turning restrictions etc...).

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What you will do in this role_**_:_**
- Respond either verbally or in writing to enquiries from Council and from the public relating to traffic operation matters.
- Liaise with local and regional staff, the public, lawyers, enforcement authorities, contractors, consulting firms and politicians.
- Observe the operation of traffic and traffic control devices and recommend changes in pavement marking, traffic control, signage etc. based on observations.
- Monitor, analyze and review traffic count data.
- Assist in Regional Education and Outreach programs.
- Review and provide comment on consultant engineering submissions.
- Identify intersections which are to be included in the Capital Works Traffic Signal Program.
- Determine requirements for traffic and pedestrian control, signal phasing and timing.
- Review functional plans to ensure necessary geometrics, signing and pavement marking requirements are met for capital projects.
- Provide Traffic Engineering input into the E.A process, Master Plans and other planning initiatives.
- Identify intersections which are to be included in the capital construction program.
- Determine necessary lane configurations to improve overall traffic operations.
- Co-ordinate traffic comments for Capital Projects and Planning projects.
- Prepare the manual count and radar study programs, analyze data and recommend improvements.
- Prepare specialized construction sign and detour layouts as required and recommend necessary revisions in the field.
- Provide guidance and assistance to students.
- Review posted speed limits, truck prohibitions.
- Recommend the purchasing of new or updated equipment for the use of traffic studies.
- Conduct research to improve processes and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**_ What the role requires_**_:_**
- Successful completion of a degree or diploma in Transportation/Civil Engineering Technology.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years relevant and progressive experience related to the management of a Regional road system.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Background in urban and Regional planning would be an asset.
- Demonstrated skills in project management and traffic development.
- Excellent communicator via written work and presentations.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the HTA and other relevant legislation, Planning Act, ITE, OPSD, TAC, OTM, HCM, and other related design and engineering standards and manuals.
- Experience using Synchro, Arcady, MS Office and TES Software.
- Polished understanding of the EA process.
- Extensive knowledge of design standards, related codes, regulations, tendering/contract process and contract administration.
- Polished skill set that includes negotiating, planning, public relations and problem solving.
- Valid G driver’s license (in good standing) and access to own transportation.
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan (effective start date)
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis (where applicable) up to 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- **Work Mode & Job Location**:In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 10 Peel Centre Dr, Brampton, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

**Hours of Work**:35 hours per week

**Interview**: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

**As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.**

About Us:
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. The Region of Peel delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 17