ATMS Coordinator (Signal Timing Coordinator)

Seminole-Count; Five Points (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole County is seeking a skilled technician to coordinate and monitor traffic signal systems, including design, implementation, and timing adjustments. The role involves maintaining the timing database, monitoring Bluetooth-based travel times, and responding to citizen and consultant inquiries regarding signals.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED with at least five years in electronics, knowledge of traffic signal timing, and IMSA certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5 years of experience in electronics.
• Knowledge of electronics principles and traffic signal timing concepts.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design, implementation, monitoring of signal system software and timings.
• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust as needed; maintain timing sheet database.
• Monitor reports for growth and congestion trends using Bluetooth travel time system.
• Attend training to maintain IMSA certifications for signal-related credentials.
• Oversee and inspect installations by contractors; ensure proper operation of signal systems.

Skills

Electronics theory

Traffic signal timing knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Tru-Traffic

ATMS.now

Synchro

Job description

Coordination of work involving design, implementation, monitoring signal system software, signal timings, traffic adaptive systems, modification of traffic signals, traffic signal systems, and communication networks or any other duties related to the signal timing and preventative maintenance area. Monitor traffic conditions and make any adjustments as needed. Maintain and provide current timing sheet database for customers as requested. Monitor monthly reports to show growth and congestion trends using Bluetooth travel time system and Seminole County Corridor Performance Dashboard. Attend any training opportunities in order to maintain adequate TARP points for IMSA certifications for all signal certifications.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.**

**Additional compensation based on licensure.**

Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Monitors the County’s 900 MHz radio system, signal system software (ATMS.now), travel time maps, video cameras and the 911 Fire Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) at all times for calls that can be handled remotely.

Develops, implements and project manages signal and signal system timings from the TMC or field as needed. Review and provide feedback to supervisor for signal operating plans before installation.

Checks communication equipment relating to traffic control equipment and report any issues to the appropriate personnel. Assists with and inspects new installations by contractors as needed.

Maintains a current timing sheet database.

Organize timing software files used to maintain and make timing adjustments as well as filter out old unused data.

Responds to citizens, engineering consultants and legal officials concerns relating to traffic signals or timings.

Working overtime required and may be asked to carry on-call signal pager on a rotational basis.

Additional Duties

Performs other related work as required.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

High school diploma/GED and five (5) years’ experience in the field of electronics.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Knowledge of the principles and theory of electronics.

Understanding of the standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the electronic trade.

Familiarity of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electronic and electrical trade.

Knowledge of overhead regulatory and advisory signs and the tools and apparatus necessary for their installation and maintenance.

A solid understanding of the engineering principles of traffic signal timings and coordination.

Knowledge of NEC, NEMA and IMSA codes, requirements and functions.

Knowledge of the MUTCD and Florida Department of Transportation Standard specifications for road and bridge construction pertaining to traffic signals and traffic signal control devices and associated equipment.

Ability to use standard electronic test equipment.

Ability to learn techniques of traffic signal installation, maintenance and repair. Ability to read and interpret plans, sketches, and blueprints for use in the planning and installation of traffic signals.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to oversee, plan, and implement major programs and services for the organization.

Ability to regularly make decisions that could lead to major community or organization consequences if failure to make the appropriate decision occurs.

Ability to perform work that encompasses advanced technical, scientific, legal, or mathematical concepts

Must possess IMSA Work Zone Safety Certificate, IMSA Level I Signalization Certificate, and IMSA Level II Signalization Certificate. IMSA Level III signalization certificate desirable.

Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems, computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.

Knowledge needed to operate more complex and technical computer applications, such as Tru-Traffic, ATMS.now and Synchro.

Ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools, medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers, and heavy or complex machinery, such as Lift trucks, construction equipment, or Bucket trucks.

Must possess the ability to create and guide implementation of capital improvement plans or programs, create plans for and guide implementation of major construction projects, and create plans for and guide implementation of new technology systems.