Traffic Permits & Field Compliance Specialist

State of Missouri; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) seeks a Traffic Specialist to review and approve roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposals on department right of way, and to inspect projects for compliance with permit specifications. Entry-level to senior levels are considered based on experience.

This CAREER-LADDER opening offers advancement without competitive interviews as you learn and gain experience, potentially promoting to higher levels over time.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or an Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field.
• Four years of experience with the department in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and issues permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with project specs.
• Meets with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits.
• Reviews and approves proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; coordinates permit work as needed.
• Reviews work zone requests and approves or restricts work zone activity based on traffic and community impact.
• Conducts field inspections of projects and work zones and measures traffic control devices to ensure compliance with standards.

Education

Two years of college or Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field

Four years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field

Job description

Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) seeks a Traffic Specialist to review and approve roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposals on department right of way, and to inspect projects for compliance with permit specifications. Entry-level to senior levels are considered based on experience.

This CAREER-LADDER opening offers advancement without competitive interviews as you learn and gain experience, potentially promoting to higher levels over time.