Automated Enforcment Camera Technician

Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation is seeking a Clerical Associate in the Automated Enforcement Unit to review, accept, or reject traffic violations captured by various cameras. You will assess red-light and speed camera footage, verify vehicle details, and ensure accuracy of Notices of Liability.

Responsibilities include QA of NOLs, following SOPs, and upholding policies while supporting City enforcement objectives and residency requirements.

Qualifications

• Four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.
• Typing speed of at least 100 keystrokes per minute.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of New York City Traffic Rules and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review, accept, or reject traffic violation notices issued by automated camera enforcement.
• Review camera footage to determine if a violation occurred and ensure vehicle details are accurate.
• Ensure Notices of Liability meet quality standards and follow unit procedures.

Skills

Typing 100 wpm

NYC Traffic Rules

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Clerical Associate or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Clerical Associate Exam # 3120.

Clerical Associate Level IVs (Camera Technicians) in the Automated Enforcement Unit are responsible for reviewing, accepting, or rejecting traffic violations (Notice of Liability) issued to motorists for infractions of the NYC Traffic Rules and Regulations, which are captured through an automated camera enforcement system. The Camera Technician reviews the red-light camera, bus lane camera, MTA bus-mounted camera, fixed speed camera, as well as mobile speed camera, and proposes violations on their desktop computer. It is the Camera Technician’s responsibility to determine if a violation has occurred. Using the preset guidelines, the Camera Technician reviews the Notice of Liability to ascertain that the vehicle has, in fact, violated the traffic law, that the vehicle’s description is accurate, and that the license plate is clear and legible and is assigned to the registered owner of the vehicle. In addition, the Camera Technician will review bus lane videos to determine that the vehicle in violation was, in fact, illegally using the bus lane or simply dropping off or picking up a passenger within a reasonable amount of time. The technician reviews the printed Notices of Liability (NOLs) for quality assurance. In addition, the Camera Technician is responsible for the accuracy of their reviewed NOLs and will be subject to random quality assurance tests while performing their tasks. The Camera Technician will follow all procedures and guidelines, standard operating procedures, and business rules as set forth by the Automated Enforcement Unit, as well as all policies set forth by the Department of Transportation.

• Unit: Automated Enforcement Unit
• Location: Various
• Hours/Shift: 35 HRS./TBD

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge and understanding of New York City Traffic Rules and Regulations

Additional Information: In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Clerical Associate or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Clerical Associate Exam # 3120. As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF.

CLERICAL ASSOCIATE - 10251

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.

Skills Requirement

• Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge and understanding of New York City Traffic Rules and Regulations

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.