Senior Traffic & Mobility Operations Coordinator

WSP in the U.S.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Traffic Operator in Newark, NJ. The role involves coordinating with Port Authority staff, engineers, and law enforcement to manage traffic operations and safety during day-to-day and incident scenarios.

Responsibilities include monitoring mitigation measures, communicating with agencies, and maintaining SaabSafe logs while leveraging the TACTICS platform for traffic signal control. A strong emphasis on safety and policy compliance is expected.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in traffic operations/traffic management field.
• Background in traffic operations with related field experience.
• Past coordination with operations staff, technicians, engineers, and/or law enforcement on work assignments.
• Ability to read a map and be familiar with major highways in the NY/NJ region; familiarity with Port Authority facilities and how they connect with roadways.

Responsibilities

• Monitor traffic mitigation measures at airport terminals.
• Coordinate with PAPD and Landside Operations.
• Interact with Port Authority staff and other agencies during day-to-day operations and major incidents.
• Complete SaabSafe Module and maintain necessary logs of information.
• Oversee shift continuity and briefings between shifts personnel.
• Support incident response and learn the TACTICS platform for traffic signals.

Skills

Traffic operations

Map reading

Coordination with agencies

Stakeholder communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

TACTICS platform

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Traffic Operator in Newark, NJ. The role involves coordinating with Port Authority staff, engineers, and law enforcement to manage traffic operations and safety during day-to-day and incident scenarios.

Responsibilities include monitoring mitigation measures, communicating with agencies, and maintaining SaabSafe logs while leveraging the TACTICS platform for traffic signal control. A strong emphasis on safety and policy compliance is expected.